William Trail, Jr. letter, 1865.

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William Trail, Jr. letter, 1865.

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The collection consists of one letter written September 4, 1865 by African American Civil War soldier, William Trail, Jr. to his brother David also a soldier serving in the War. William assures David of his well-being and inquires of David's health. He tells of their brother James' case of scurvy. He also tells of his military experiences and of news from home.

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Indiana Historical Society Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 8082158

Indiana Historical Society Library

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Trail, David

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United States. Army. Colored Infantry Regiment, 28th (1863-1866)

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Trail, William.

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William Trail, Jr. and his brothers, Benjamin, James, and David were soldiers in the 28th United States Colored Troops, Indiana regiment. David eventually served in the 14th United States Colored Troops. Benjamin and James did not survive the War. David returned to Indiana where he remained until his death in 1869. William, Jr. also returned to Indiana and farmed in Henry County. From the description of William Trail, Jr. letter, 1865. (Indiana Historical Society Library). WorldCat r...

Trail family.

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Trail, James.

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Trail, Benjamin F.

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Benjamin F. Trail, an African-American, served as a sergeant major in the 28th Regiment of the U.S. Colored Troops (Infantry), organized at Indianapolis, Indiana, December 24, 1863, through March 31, 1864. He served in Company C, and was killed in battle on July 30, 1864, during the siege of Petersburg. From the description of Family correspondence, 1863-1866. (Fisk University). WorldCat record id: 40139110 ...