Charles Nelson Kent papers, 1864.

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Charles Nelson Kent papers, 1864.

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The collection contains an after-action report (2 pp.) of Kent's service at Newport, VT, following the St. Albans Raid in October of 1864. A typed transcription is available with the collection. Also included are biographical materials pertaining to Kent and associated with the writing of William Arba Ellis's published history of Norwich University.

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Norwich University, Kreitzberg Library

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Norwich University, Kreitzberg Library

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Kent, Charles N., 1843-1906

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Charles Kent, originally from Lancaster, NH, graduated from Norwich University in 1864. Later, he served the university as tutor in mathematics and military tactics. During the Civil War, Kent served in Company C, 17th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry, 1862-1863. He served as captain of the corps of cadets during their service at Newport following the St. Albans Raid. He married Julia Allen Draper in 1863 and the couple had eight children. From the description of Charles Nelson Kent ...