The life and adventures of James Todd, [ca. 1862?].

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The life and adventures of James Todd, [ca. 1862?].

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Autograph manuscript copy of a diary kept by James Todd, Nov 5, 1861-Jun 27, 1862, apparently transcribed by his friend, William C. Guirey. The diary contains brief entries concerning Todd's army enlistment in Sacramento, California, and his experiences in marching from California to Arizona Territory during operations of the California Column in the Civil War. Brief notes written and signed by Guirey are appended.

1 v. (90 [i.e. 91] p.) ; 19 cm.

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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United States. Army. California Column

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Todd, James, 1839-1862.

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James Todd was born in 1839 in New Orleans, Louisiana, and joined the United States Army, 5th California Regiment, in 1861. He was killed by Apache Indians while serving in Arizona Territory in September, 1862. From the description of The life and adventures of James Todd, [ca. 1862?]. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 86093592 From the description of The life and adventures of James Todd, [ca. 1862?]. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 702150215 ...

United States. Army. California Infantry Regiment, 5th (1861-1864)

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Guirey, William

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