Alonzo Ameli papers, 1861-1863.

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Alonzo Ameli papers, 1861-1863.

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Chiefly correspondence between Ameli and his brother, Peter Ameli, relating to Alonzo Ameli's Civil War service with the 5th New York Infantry Regiment, also known as Duryée's Zouaves (Duryea's Zouaves), chiefly in Maryland, Virginia, and the area surrounding Washington, D.C. Ameli describes camp life, movements of the regiment, and details of skirmishes and battles including the Battle of Big Bethel, Va., 1861. He provides his opinions on the Civil War, morale of the troops, and military leadership, especially that of George Brinton McClellan.

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