E.E. Ellsworth autobiographical account, 1861.

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E.E. Ellsworth autobiographical account, 1861.

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Autobiographical account written by Ellsworth while accompanying President-elect Abraham Lincoln on his inaugural journey from Springfield, Ill., to Washington, D.C., in February 1861. Ellsworth describes his military career as founder of the 11th New York Infantry Regiment (also known as Ellsworth's Zouaves).

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Ellsworth, E. E. (Elmer Ephraim), 1837-1861

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United States. Army. New York Infantry Regiment, 11th (1861-1862)

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