^ "' .. s* ^ ^^ 'o,\ ^*^ '"'*' l^^ o t. ' • o .^" >0^ ^, ^. ^^^^. , ^ 'o..- C . 0^^ ^^0^ ^ ^oV° = N ^ .-<£> ■n^ 0^ o^ ^--^ °^ \i o ** o •i^ .^^ il '. "V .'. -^^0^ -n-0^ / 17 GEORGE S. SCHMUTZ RFCORF) P"*'^'^*^' ^"^- I' l*^2d O. V. I.; enlisted . August 2, 1862 at Congress, Wayne Co. Ohio: age 16; 3 years; captured Sept. 24, 1864, in action at Athens, Ala.; in Cahaba Prison, Ala., from Oct. 5, 1864, to March 5; 186ii; exchanged April 22, 1865; survivor of Steam- er Sultana, when she exploded her boilers, on the Mississ- ippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, 1865; mustered out May 30, 1865, at Camp Chase, Ohio, by order of War Department. History of the io2d Regiment, O. V. I. Published and Compiled by GEO. S. SCHMUTZ, Co. I 1907 E^^5 ogJl PREFACE In writing- a History of the 102d Reg-iment, O. V. I., the writer is aware of the immense amount of labor invol/ed; but he is willing- to undertake it, because, if not done now, it will never be done. Others have attempted it and failed, not from want of encourage- ment, but from lack of securing the proper data. This attempt will be made with the data at hand, and with the help of comrades he hopes to make it as near perfect as possible. The writer acknowledges the assistance of Comi-ades E, F. Tag- gart, Akron, O., Dr. Geo. Mitchell, Mansfield, O., John Hudson, Millersburg-, O., Joe L. Hott, Mansfield, O., Lieut. George McCon- nell, Sullivan, O., James Marshall, Ontario, Ohio and othars. The writer received the material from Orderly James F. Hughes, Mattooon, 111., that was placed in his hands by Comrade Florien Guiaque, and was promised his assistance, but before he could render such help, he was called no answer the last roll-call, and accordingly we miss his assistance. The History will contain a complete Roster of the Regiment; a history of each company as far as it can be obtanied; a Field and Staff history; a history of the Medical Department; a history of the Quartermaster's Department, and reminiscences by many comrades. The compiler of this History wishes to thank all comrades for their valuable assistance, and hope thev may be rewarded in know- ing that they have assisted in making as good a history as could be g-otten up. GEORGE S, vSCHMUTZ, Compiler. SOME CAUSES LEADING TO THE REBELLION VER since the adoption of the American Constitution in 1787, which recognized the instinution of slavery, but left the question entirely with the States, the institution of slavery was a matter of contention between the North and South. Slavery wa« in operation io most of the states of the Union, but g-radually it was abolished in all of the States except those of the South. Then the bone of contention was the extension of slavery into the territories. The North opposed such extention and the South advocated it. No political party acutally advocated the en- lire abolition of slavery, but many compromises were effected. A great contention arose at the admission of nearly every State on the extention of slavery. The admission of Missouri in 1850 was brought about by the adoption of the Missouri Compromise, which admitted Missouri as a slave State, but prohibited slavery north of a certain degree north latitude. Now came the great question of the extention of slavery in the territories. The South claimed the right for a slaveholder to take his slaves into a territory and that he could not be molested by the General Government. The North contended that the Con- stitution did not permit slavery in any territory until the territory was admitted as a State, and then the question was to be submitted to the vote of the people ot thai territory. Up to the political campaign of 1860 no serious difficulty was anticipated, but the trouble was brought near by the split in the Democratic party in their National Convention of 1860 at Charles- ton, S. C. The Northern Democrats, after the Southern delegates had withdrawn from the Convention, nominated Stephen A. Doug- las, of 111., and the Southern Democrats adjourned to Baltimore, Maryland, and nominated John C. Breckenridge. of Ky. The Republicans nominated Abraham Lincoln, of 111. The Re- publican platiorm did not attack the institution of slavery in the States where it already existed, but strongly contended against the further extention into the territories. The election of Abra- ham Lincoln was the result of the great political conflict. The hot-headed vSoutherners would not submit to the rule of the people, and nearly all the slave States seceded by the act of the several States, led by South Carolina. These acts of secession was mostly accomplished before the inauguration of Lincoln on March 4, 1861. Thus, in short, was the great conflict of the Rebellion brought on, and was the means of calling into existence the organization of the 102d Regiment, O. V. I., of which this will be a history of their services, their marches, their battles and languishing in Southern prison pens. FIRING UPON FORT SUM PIER. Great excitement was caused in the North at the news of the firing on Ft. Sumpter early in 1861, and at the call of the Presi- dent for 75,000 volunteers, the Northern boys responded to the call, and in a short time the call way filled, and soldiers were soon on the march into Virginia. The following is the call of the Governor of Ohio for her quota of 300,000 soldiers called for by President Lincoln. ExKCUTivE Office, Columbus, Ohio, ) July 3, 1862. \ Fellow Citizens: Another appeal to your patriotism has be- come necessary. The enemies of our Government, now assembled at Richmond in hostile array, largely outnumbered any disposable forces at the President's command. The army under General McClellan has been driven back, mere- ly by ihe force of overwhelming numbers rnpidly concentrated there. Additional forces are alone necessary to hold the important po- sitions already gained and speedily crush the rebellion aL all points. Liberally and gallantly as Ohio has heretofore responded to the calls of the President, he has ever been assured, and he has but to know that further aid was needed from us, to insure a prompt answer to any further calls he might make upon us. This knowl- edge we now have, and the call has also been 'nade. And now, citizens of Ohio, one and all, shall the call be respond- ed to? Something' whispers me that, with one voice, 3'ou say it shall be answered. Arouse, then, and let every man be able to say that he has done his duty There is work for all to do. The aged can stimulate the young; the wealthy contribute to the wants and necessities of the desti- tute; and the ladies, who have already done so much and whose kind hearts which will prompt them in the continuance of their work, can encourage by their noble example both old and young- in the performance of their noble duty. What is wealth or even life worth, if, to preserve either, we have to confess to the world that .ve are not able to maintain our glorious government. Gallant and noble recruiting officers, for the organization of new regiments and the filling up of those .already in the field, will be appointed in all portions of the State and specific instructions given them. The enlistments will be for three years or during the war. I cannot at this time indicate the number of troops wanted from Ohio, but can safely say that the Government A^ill accept all who may ofter themselves within the coming forty days. Promptness and vigiJlance are indispensable. Forty thousand recruits within the time indicated would be of more service than twice that number at a later period. The gallant men of the State may rely upon my best endeavors to discharge the highly responsible duties devolving upon me with an eye single to the preservation of our Government, and with the sincere hope and belief that, Nvhen the struggle of life is over, my children can claim for me an honest and faithful per- formance of duty. Invoking the smiles of our Heavenly Father upon our good work, I am your humble servant, DAVID TODD, Governor. OFFICERS OF THE io2d REGIMENT O. V, I. In accordanc with the request of the Governor, the Military Commission of Ashland, Wayne and Richland, met in Wooster, on Tuesday, July 15, 1862, to determine what gentlemen should be nominated for appointment as officers of the 102p Regiment. Judge Wm. Given, of Wooster was named for Colonel, and Mr. George H. Topping-, of Ashland, Major. The nomination of Lieut. Colonel was referred to the Military Committee of Holmes, which was not present. Mr. John W. Burkman, of Richland was recommended for Adjutant. Rev. Hugh L, Parrish, Chaplain; Mr. W. R. Bricker, Surgeon, and Mr. George Mitchell, as Assistant Sursreon. JUDGE WM. GIVEN FOR COLONEL The nomination of Judge Wm. Given for Colonel of the 102^' Regiment, to be raised in Richland, Holmes, Ashland and Wa\ '■ will give great satisfactio''j. The Judge is well known through v the counties as a brave man and a perfect gentleman, who is de- voted heart and soul to the cause of the Union. If the Judge re- ceives a Colonel's commission we are confident the regiment ^vip i-e far more easily raised than it would be if any other gentleman re- ceived the appointment. RECRUITING FOR THE io2d REGIMENT. Officers for the three companies to be raised in Wayne county have been commissioned as follows, and are now recruiting: Captain— J. P. Stout. First Lieutenant — Silais P. Kenton. Second Lieutenant Harrison H. Rowe. Known as Co. F. Captain — James H. Robison. First Lieutenant — Jesse Y. Ross. Second Lieutenant — Benton Beerbower. Known as Co. I. Captain — Jonas D. Elliott. First Lieutenant — Edward W. Bradley. Second Lieutenant. — James McNulty. Known asCo. H. The following is taken from a Wooster paper relative to the re. cruiting of the Wayne companies: Captain Stout's Company. Captain John Stout, with a company of one hundred and twenty men, reported at Mansfield Friday, Aug-ust 7. The thanks of our citizens are due to Captain Stout, and the officers associated with him, for their energies in recruting^, having- given to Old Wayne the honor of reporting the first full company for the regiment to be commanded by Colonel Given. Captain Elliott's Company. The company of Captain Elliott's numbering one hundred and thirty men reported a few hours after Captain Stout's was full. The officers of this company deserve great credit for the energies displayed by them in recruiting. Lieut. Bradley especially de- serves praise, as he labored with the most indefatigable industry t(> fill up the ranks of the company. Captain Robison's Company. Captain Robison's company is ready to go into camp. The company was full shortly a:ter Elliott's, and we understand the Military Commission prohibits Captain Robison and his officers from enlisting after they had the names of about sne hundred and fifteen men on their rolls. OFF FOR CAMP MANSFIELD. Three companies of Wayne county volunteers left Wooster Wed- nesday August 20th, 1862 for Camp Mansfield, the rendezvous of Col. Given's regiment. An immense crowd of citizens were at the depot, and the boys departed from their homes amid the hearty cheers of their friends and with the best wishes o: every loyal heart in Old Wayne. 9 PRESENTATION OF HORSE TO COLONEL GIVEN As will be seen by the correspondence which lollovvs, Mr. Cham- pion R. Kinney, of Canaan township, lately presented Colonel Given, of the 102d Regiment, with a beautiful horse. Such marked liberality is commendable, and it could not have been put to a better use than it has been by Mr. Kinney — that of paying- to Col. Given, who has made many and great sacrifices in following the noble impulses of his patriotism. Canaan, O., August 16, 1862. Col. Wm. Given— Dear Sir: Permit me, as your friend, to ex- press to you in this note, my admiration of t'jat patriotic impulse of yours by which you have been induced to exchange your distin- guished and lucrative position, as an incumbent of the Judicial Bench, for the toils and dangers of the weary marches and bloody battle fields, which rise in prospect before you. I can assure you, from my knowledge of the sentiments of your numerous friends, professional and unprofessional, that while your departure from the sphere of your past usefulness, in the Law, is a subject ot common regret, there is a universal apprecia- tion of the self-sacrificing and gallant spirit which dictates your course. May success attend you and the honors and distinction of the field, which I am sure you will win in the support of 3'our country's cause in this time of its grief and peril, be added to your well-won civil honors. As you are about to depart to the field of your military labors, I beg you to accept, as a testimony of my regard for and confidence in you, the horse which I send you with the bearer of this note. I believe that upon his back you will find yourself as well mounted as any of your compeers or enemies, and that by his various qual- ities he will be found adapted, as a war horse, to all the uses to which you will need to put him. Permit me to enjoy the pleasure of the reflection that this small present to you will also inure, in its effect, as the contribution of a citizen's mite to the glorious cause of the Union. Respectfully your friend, CHAMPION R. KINNEY. 10 COLONEL GIVEN'S REPLY. WoosTicK, O., Aug-ust 16, 1862. Champion R. Kinnky, Esq.. — Yonr note and the splendid horse you so generously presented to me were received to-day. You will please accept ray most profound thanks for the very kind sentiments of your letter. In my career on the Bench, I endeav- ored to do my duty, and yet, teeling- conscious that I often failed, (for " to err is human,") it is g-ratlfying- to read such sentiments of approval from one whose g-ood opinion I so highly esteem, and whose many acts of personal kindness, heretofore, give full assur- ance of sincerity now. Your present of the beautiful and powerful horse lays me under a debt of gratitude which will never be forgotten while memory lasts. I appreciate it for its intrinsic value, and because it came from a reliable friend, and an honorable and irenerous neighbor, but above all, for that true and active patriotism which prompted your act, for I will not do you the injustice to regard it as a gift exclusively to myself, but as a donation to the service of the coun- try, in this hour of its necessities and trials, which justly entitles you to the regard of every friend of the glorious cause to which you have so liberally contributed. Rest assured, I shall do my best to employ the gift for the purpose you intended it, and in so doing, my highest hope is, that I may render our good and beloved Government some useful service, in aiding to overcome and crush out the most causeless, corrupt and wicked rebellion that ever blackened the history of our race. Myself and the horse shall be devoted to the cause of the Union until either we, or treason shall go down. With my best wishes for your prosperity and happineas of yourself and excellent family, I remain, yours truly. WM. GIVEN. THE COLONEL'S HORSE STOLEN. In this connection it may be well here to state that this beautiful horse was stolen at Clarksville, Tenn., by some supposed rebel bushwhackers and never was recovered, though everv effort was made, but of no avail. Constant Markle Co. I and another comrade, dressed in citizenv^ clothes, traced the horse for twenty-five miles and finally thought 11 they had located him in a hollow, and reported the case to a force of abort 75 cavalrymen, who were afraid to go down from fear of an ambush. The Colonel was compelled to fall back on his "shell-bark" pony, which had so well sustained the Colonel's hostler Sam Mann. The Editor. ORGANIZATION OF COMPANIES B AND K, io2d O. V. I. THE C^LL Two Hundred Recruits Wanted tor the io2d 125 Dollars Bounty. Recruiting Office Over the Times Office Men of Ashland county, your country is in great danger and is calling- on you for assistance ! Shall it be given? The time of self-government is about to be solved. Are you willing to hear it pronounced a failure? If not, come to its support. Every one should take this appeal home to himself, not asking which one of my neighbors can go, but can I go myself? What can I do to assist the Government that has protected my life and my property, and then do what you can. Will you stand idly by and see the Government for which your fathers died, fall to pieces and not lend a helping hand to save it? Do you think it worth saving? Let every man, woman and child in the country go to work earnestly and faithfully for the cause. Let every one that cannot go him«elf procure a substitute, but volunteer if you can, and do so immediate- ly. In this wav our quota will soon be filled, and we will escape the 12 proposed drafting- and its attending disgrace. We are expected to furnish troops for the 102d Regiment now being organized at Camp Mansfield, Ohio, and the required number must be raised either by VOLUNTEERING OR DRAFTING. The enlistment will be for three years or during the vvar, unless otherwise discharged. Each recruit will be clothed, subsisted and draw pay from the date of enlistment. As soon as a company is formed eacJa recruit will receive $25.00 of his bounty money from the Government, $25.00 from the Millitary Commit- tee, and one month's pay in advance, making in all $65.00. At the end of the war he will be entitled to the remaining $75.00 of his $100.00 bounty and 80 acres of land. JOHN McNAUL, W. A. BEER, J. R. FOLWELL. M. J. SLOAN, HOLIDAY AMES, Recruiting Officers, Co. K. Recruiting Officers, Co. B. ASHLAND COUNTY MILITARY COMMITTEE. The following citizens compose the Military Committee of this Ashland county: Geo. H. Topping, Chairman, John D. Jones, W. H. H. Potter, W. A. Roller, John Scott, Jr., H. Ames, L. Jeff Sprengle. Application for recruiting in this county must be made to this committee. MILITARY AND PERSONAL On Tuesday (July 14, 1862,) the County Military Committee of this Military district composed of Ashland, Holmes, Richland and Wayne met at Wooster to transact business in reference to the 102d Regiment required to be raised in this district. The work has been g-one into with vigor, and as a worthy member of the Wayne county committee remarked, "those who are not prepared to bleed at the nose must be prepared to bleed at the pocket," a good suggestion. Let every loyal man who loves his country above party, prepare himself to make sacrifices either by going into the service himself, or furnish the money for liberal bounties to those who will go. We have no time to delay in this work ; let every man feel himself called upon to rally to the support of the Govern- ment. The meeting recommended as regimental officers, Hon- Nm. Given, of Wayne, for Colonel; , of Holmes, Lieut. Colo- nel; George H. Topping, of Ashland, Major; Hugh L. Parrish, of Richland, as Chaplain. The other officers were not named. J. D. Jones and John Scott, Jr.. were appointed members of the Regi- mental District Committee, to whom all communications in refer- ence to regimental appointments from this TAshland) county must be addressed. OFF FOR CAMP MANSFIELD All volunteers for the two companies now organizing in Ashland county are required to meet at Ashland on Monday evening or Tuesday morning next (August 18 or 19, 1862.) prepared to start for camp at Mansfield by 9 o'clock of that morning. By order of Recruiting Officers. ORGANIZATION OF COMPANIES A ANDG, ic2d O. V. I. From the Tlolmes County Farmer we notice the first mention of Co. A, Captain Huston. Judcre Huston has been commissioned a Captain to recruit a 14 company in this county, and will proceed to work immediately. The Judge is so well and favorably known that we apprehend bis company will be quickly filled. CAPTAIN HUSTON'S COMPANY John Castor and John Eberhardt have been commissioned for Lieutenants in Capt. Huston's company. They are both g-ood men. A HANDSOME OFFER A g-entleman in Mansfield offers a bounty of one hundred dollars to the first company in camp for the 102d Regiment. We would be pleased to see the Holmes county boys take that pile. ATTENTION Captain Harpster will be in Napoleon on Saturday, August 2, to recruit soldiers for the 102d Regiment, O. V. I. FOR CAMP. August 14. The camp at Mansfield is not yet in order to receive the volunteers of the 102d Regiment. Fifteen men of each com- pany are detailed to go to Mansfield to-day to aid in fixing up the barracks. The remaining volunteers will leave here on Tuesday next. OUR COMPANIES ARE FULL. Holmes county has promptly responded to the call of the Gov- ernment. Capt. Huston's company is full, so also is Capt. Harp- ster's. They, however, will accept a few more men. OFF FOR CAMP. The companies raised in this, Holmes, county for the 102d Reg- 15 iment will leave on the noon train to-day (Aug-ust 24) for Camp Mansfield. We wish all the men a profitable and pleasant time and a safe return. ORGANIZATION OF COMPANIES C, D AND E, io2d O. V. I. COMPANY D. Through the courtesy of Mr. M. L. Miller, we arc permitted to give an account of the organization of Co, D. Mr. Zoda and Mr. Woolf were in the employ of Mr. Miller, who was anxious to have his employes take important positions in his country's defense. Mr. Miller made a trip to Columbus and secured commissions for Mr. Zoda and Mr. vVoolf. Zoda and Woolf went to svork to recruit a company, and met with inditferent success, until Mr. Miller also took a hand at the work. He offered ever}' man who enlisted in the company a five dollar bill. Mr. Miller was very pi-operly regarded as the "father" of Co. D. At one meeting, they secured twent}' names and Mr. Miller planked down $100. Company D went into camp at Mansfield with the following offi- cers: Captain — Aaron E. Zoda, died Feb. 21, 1865, at Louisville, Ky., of wounds received Sept. 24, 1864. in action at Athens, Ala. Captain^ — William H. McMonigal, promoted from 1st Lieutenant and Adjutant, April 8, 1865. 1st Lieutenant — Gaylord Thomas, resigned Feb. 18, 1865. 1st Lieutenant — (justavus Woolf, promoted from 2d Lieutenant. 2d Lieutenant — James P. Douofal. COMPANY C. Company C was raised principally in Mansfield and the immedi- ate vicinity by the efforts of George H. Bowman, William C. Scott and others. The company went into Camp Mansfield oflRcered as 16 follows; Captain — George H. Bowman. 1st Lieutenant— William C. Scott. 2d Lieutenant^John Saltsg"aber. Promotions will be found in the Roster of Compan}- C. COMPANY E. Company E was raised in and near Belleville by A. W. Loback, James Riddle and Samuel B. Donel, and went into Camp Mans- field with the following- officers: Captain — Augustus W. Loback. 1st Lieutenant — James Riddle. 2d Lieutenant — Samuel B. Donel. Promotions will be found in the Roster of Company R. REBEL LITERATURE. The following- is a veritable copy of an epitaph on the headboard of a rebel soldier, prepared by a "literary lady:" "Here lize a strainger braive, Who dide while fitia the Suthern Confederacy to save; Peice to his Dust." "braive Suthren frend, from iland 10, you rieched a Gloryus end." "We place these jQcwers above a straing-ers hed In honor of the shiverlus ded." Sweet spirit rest in heven Therl be no Yankis there." VvlLLiAM GIVEN Rpr^ORF) Colonel, 102d Regt. O. V. I.; enlisted August 18, 1862; age 43: 3 years; Brevet Brig. General March 13, 1865; mustered out with regiment June 30. 1865. ROSTER io2d Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry FIELD AND STAFF Mustered in Sept, 6, 1862, at Covington, Ky., by P. H. Breslin, Captain 18th Infantry U. S. A. Must .red out June 30, 1865, at Nashville, Tenn., by Johu T. Morris, Captain and A. C, M. 1st Division, 4th Army Corps. William Given, Colonel, 43, enl. Aug-. 18. '62. Brev. Brig. Gen., Mar. 13, 65; mustered out with the regiment June 30, '65. Absolom Baker, Lt. Col., 47, enl. Aug. 11, '62, Resigned Feb. 12, '63, on Surgeon's cenificate of disability. George H. Bowman, Lt. Col. 23, July 22, '62. Promoted from Cap- tain Co. C March 6, '63; discharged March 4, '64. Jonas D. Elliott, Lt. Col. 22,. July 23, '62; promoted to Major from Captain Co. H March 6, '6 3; Lieut. Col. April 23, '64; died Oct. 13, '64, of wounds received Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala John Huston, Lt. Col. 41, July 15, '62; promoted to Major from Cap- tain Co. A April 23, '64; Lieut. -Col. Feb 10, '65; mustered out with regiment June 30, '65. George H. Topping, Major, 47, Aug. 14, '62; resigned Mar. 25, '63. Alexander V. Patterson, Surgeon, 31, Aug 25, '62; mustered out with the regiment. George Mitchell Assistant Surgeon. 24, Aug. 9, '62; mustered out with regiment. George W. Sayers, Ass'f.., Surg. Sept. 12, '62; Died Dec. 26, '62 at Bowling Green, Ky. Aaron J. Irwin, Ass't. Surg. March 30, '63; promoted to Surg. 2d Regiment, Tennessee Mounted Infantry, April 18. '64. 18 John W. Beekman, Adjutant, 41, July 23, '62; promoted to Maj. i20th O. V. I Sept. 8, '62 Frank Ward, Adj. 28, Aug-. 25, '62; never reported to regiment. William H. McMonigal, Adj. 32, July 30, '62; promoted to Sergt. Major from pri. Co. F Aug-. 18, '62; to 1st Lieut, and Adj. Sept. 8,' 62; Ciptiin C ). D Apr. 8. '65. William H. Rutter, Adj. 23, July 26, '62; promoted Sergt. Major from Serg-eant Co. A Nov. 2, '62; 2d Lieut. Co. A Feb, 22, '63; 1st Lieut, and Adj. Apr. 8, '65; mustered out with reg-iment. Emanuel Hade. R. Q. M. 43, July 23, '62; transferred to Co. C May 12, '63. DeWitt C. Connell, R. Q. M. 31, Aug. 12, '62; Promoted to 2st Lieut. Co. I from Q. M. Serg-t. Feb 26, '63; 1st Lieut, and Regt. Quar- master to date from April 17, '63. John Castor, R. Q. M. 26, July 19, '62; appointed from 1st Lieut- Co. A Sept. 18, '64; promoted to Captain Co. A April 23. '64. Edwin Farmer, R. Q. M. 19, Aug. 13, '62; appointed from 1st Lieut. Co. A. Feb. 21, '65; mustered out with regiment. Hugh L. Parrish, Chaplain, 49, Aug. 3, '62, Appointed Sept. 6, '62- resigned June 4, '63. John C. Duncan, Sergt. Major, 26, Aug. 5, '62; promoted from Sergeant Co. A Feb. 22, '63; to 2d Lieutena nt Co. F Sept. 8, 'b4. John F. Hudson, Sergt. Major, 19, Aug. 13, '62, promoted from Corporal Co. G Nov. 1, '64; mustered out with regiment. Robert Colburn, Q. MS. 40, July 17, '62; promoted from private Co. C Feb. 1, '63; mustered out with regiment. Joseph L. Hott, Com. Sergt. 20, Aug. 4, '62; promoted from private Co. ; returned to Co. C Feb. 1, '63. William Nickolson, Com. Sergt. 35, Aug. 1, '62; promoted from private Co. C Feb. 1, '63; mustered out with regiment. Hamilton McClurg, Hosp, Steward, 22, Aug. 14, 62; mustered out with regiment. Jeremiah D. Miller, Principal Musician, 23, Aug. 6, '62; promoted from private Co. F Aug. 7, '63; reduced to ranks and assigned to Co. F Jan. 14, '63. Andrew J. Hammond, Principal Musician, 37, Aug. 11, '65; pro moted from Musician Co. D Sept. 1, 63; mustered out with regt- Emuel G. Richards, Prin. Mus. 1, Aug. 14, '65; promoted from Corporal Co. A, July 15, '63, mustered out with regiment. 19 COMPANY A. Mustered in Sept. 6, 1862, at Coving^ton, Ky., by P. H. Breslin, Captain 18th Infantry, U. S. A. Mustered out June 30, 1865. at Nasiiville, Tenn. , by John T. Morris, Captain and A. C. M. 1st Division 4th Army Corps. John Huston, Captain, 41, July 15, '62: promoted to Major April 33, '64, John Castor, Captain, 26, July 19, '63; appointed 1st Lieut. July 23, '63, Regt. Quartermaster Sept 18, '64; promoted to Captain Apr. 23, '64; mustered out with company. Edwin Farmer, 1st Lieut. 19, Aug-. 13, '62; promoted from 3d Lieut- Co. C Oct. 12, '64, appointed Regt. Quertermaster B^eb. 2, '65. Robert Sands, 1st Lieut. 37, July 24, '62; promoted from 3d Lieut. Co. F to date Sept. 8, '64; mustered out with company. John Eberhardt, 2d Lieut. 36, July 33, '62; resigned Feb 23, '63. William H. Rutter, 2d Lieut. 23, July 26. '(,2', promoted to Sergt. Major from Sergt. Nov. 2, '62; 2d Lieut. B"eb. 22, '63; 1st Lieut- and Adjutant, April 8, '05. James E. Anderson, 1st Sergeant, 24, July 18, '62; discharged April 26, '65, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. David Henderson, 1st Serereant, 21, Aug-. 9, '62; appointed from Sergeant May 1, '65; mustered out with company. Benjamin F. Wade, Sergeant, 25, Aug. 8, '62, captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; perished by explosion of steamer Sul- tana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 37, '65. John Longenecker, 26, Sergeant, 23, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with company. John C. Duncan, Sergeant, Aug. 11, '62; appointed from Corporal Nov. 2, '62; promoted to Sergt Major Feb. 22, '63. Ezra Crawford, Sergeant, 32, Aug. 11, '62; appointed from Corpo- ral Feb. 22, '(J3; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala. , exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Robert A. Boling, Sergeant, 22, Aug. 1, '62: appointed from Corpo- ral May 1, '65; mustered oui with company. Thomas Johnston, Sergeant, 23, Aug. 9, '62; appointed from Cor- poral May 1, '65; mustered out with company. Jacob S. Newcomer, Sergeant, IS, Aug. 4, '62; appointed from Cor- poral May 21, '65; mustered out with company. William K. Mitchell, Corporal, 22, July 26, '(.2. LeviStrock, Corporal, 23, July 29, '62; died June 10 '63 in hospital at Clarksville, Tenn. Emuel G. Richards, Corporal, 21, Aug. 14, '62i appointed Nov. 2, '62, promoted to Principal Musican July 15, '63 20 Joseph H. Cole, Corpora], 23, Aug. 8, '62; appointed March 16, '63; mustered out with company. William Laug-head, Corporal, 25 July 26, '62; appointed' July 1, '63; mustered out with company. Ephraim T. Gleason, Corporal, 36, Aug-. 9, '62; appointed July 20, '63; mustered out June 15, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. David Craven, Corporal, 18, Aug- 6, '62; appointed July 20, '63; mustered out with company. Hiram Fishburn, Corporal, 28, Aug-. 5, '62; appointed May 1, '65, mustered out Vv'ith company. Rufus Swinehart, Corporal, 19, Aug-. 15, '62, appointed March 1, '65, mustered out with company. Robert McClure, Corporal, 19, Aug:. 9, '62, appointed May 21, '65, mustered out with company. Abraham Rohrer, Corporal, 21, Aug. 8, '62, appointed June 9, '65, mustered out with company. Croco H. Crawford, Corporal, 27, July 30, '62, appointed March 16, '63, wounded Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala,, mustered out June 8, '65, at camp.Dennison, O. by order of War Department. Atkinson, Joseph E., Private, 40 Aug-. 6, '62, discharg-ed Aug-. 25, '62 at Mansfield, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Beving-ton, Josiah S., Private, 18, Aug-. 13, '62, mustered out with company. Bitner, James A., Pri. 19, Aug-. 6, '62, mustered out v^'ith company Castor, Cscar E. Pri, 18, Dec. 29, '63, transferred to Co. A. 189th O. V. I. July 12, '55. Claney, Robert S. Pri. 23, Aug-. 9, '62, mustered out with company Cole John W. Pri. 18, Feb. 24, '64, detached as telegraph operator at Tunnel Hill, Ga., mustered out July 26, '65. at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Crocker, John, Pri. 18, Aug. 11, '62, discharged Aug. 26, '62, by civil authority. Culberson, Jacob N. Pri. 30 Mch. 30, '64, trans, to Co. A 189th O. V. I. July 12, '66. Cullers, Jehu, Pri. 21, Aug. 7, '63. discharged Sept. 10, '62, at Bowling Green, Ky. on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Daniels, Thomas. Pri. 30, Aug. 15, '62, Wounded Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens. Ala. mustered out with company. Daniels Alexander, Pri. 23 July 29, '62, mustered out with company Davidson, James, Pri. 29, Aug. 5, '64, mustered out with company Dorsey, Seth, Pri. 19, July 26, '62, mustered out May 15, '65, at Huntsville, Ala. by order of War Department. Douglas, John A., Pri. 18, Feb. 7, '65, transferred to Co. A 189th O. V. L July 12, '65. 31 Kberhardt, Alfred, Pri. 24, Aug-. 10; '62, mustered out with compy Emmons, James, Pri. 18, Aug-, 6, '62, mustered out with company Ewing- Alfred R. Pri. 20, Aug-. IS, '62, mustered out with company Fabra, David, Pri. 20, Aug. 9, '62, captured Sept. 24. '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississipi River, near Memphis, Tenn. April 27, '65. Finney, Johnson, Pri. 23, July 29. '62, discharged Jan. 10, '63, at Bowling- Green, Ky., on Surg-eon's certificate of disability. Gates, Peter, Pri. 35, Aug. 11. '62, mustered out with company. Greenwood, Charles W. Pri. 18, Aug. 12, '62, discharged Aug-. 29, '62, at Mansfield, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Guard, James VV,, Pri. 18, Aug. 1, '62, captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala. exchanged April 22, '65, perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. April 27, '65. Guard, Thomas J. Pri. 19, Aug. 5, '62, mustered out with company Guard, John, Pri. 22, Aug. 5, '62, mustered out with company. Guib, Jacob, Pri. 20, Aug. 11, '62, captured Se^^t. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Haly, John, Pri. 20, Aug. 6, '62, captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens. Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, mustered out May, 20, '65 at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Hall, John W., Pri. 18, July 28, '62, mustered out May 10, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Hall, George L., Pri. 18, Aug. 5, '62, captured Sept. 24, *64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchang-ed. April 22, '65, perished by explo- sion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn.; April 27, '65. Hal], Alonzo, Pri. 18, Dec. 25, '63, captured Sept. 24' '64, in action at Athens, Ala, exchanged April 22, '65, mustered out June 23, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Harrison, Enoch, Pri. 18, Aug-. 11, *62, mustered out May 30, '65, at Camp Dennison, O., by order of War Depertment. Hass, George, Pri. 20, Aug. 14, '62, captured, April 24^ '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '64, mustered out May, 20, '65 at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Haun, Jacob, S. Pri. 20, Aug-. 13, '62, captured Sept. 24, '64 in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '(>5, mustered out June 24, '65 at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Hayes, Thomas J.. Pri. 34, Aug-. 5, *62, musterout out June 29, '05 , at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Henderson, V/esley, Pri. 21, Aug-. 5, 6'2, captured Sept. 24, '64, in 22 at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion ol steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis Tenri. April 27, '65. Hites, Georg-e, Pri. 29, July 29, '62; mustered out May 17, '65, at Stevenson, Ala., by order of War Department. Hites, William, H. Pri. 18, Aug-. 5, *62; mustered out with company Homer. Jacob, Pri, 24, Aug;. 14, '62, captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Isch, Jacob, Pri. 19. Aug". 14, '62; drowned Dec, 31, '64, in Tennes- see River, by collision of steamers at Decatur, Ala. Jameson, Elijah, Pri. 18, July 26, '62; mustered out with company Jones, John, Pri. 26, Aug-. 12, '62, died April 11, '86, in hospital at Clarksville, Tenn. Kilg-ore, Oliver, Pri, 23, Aug 4, '62; mustered out with company. Kilg-ore, Zimri, Pri. 21, Aug-. 13, '62; died Feb. 27, '63, in hospital at Clarksville, Tenn. Kline, Knox, Pri. 18, Aug-. 1, '62, mustered out May 15, '65, at Huntsville Ala., by order of War Department. Knee, Alfred A., Pri. 34, Aug-. 8, '62, mustered out with company Lee, Wesley, Pri. 19, Aug-. 9, '62;'captured Sept. '24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out May 20, '65, by order of War Department. Liggett, David R., Pri. 18, Aug-. 6, '62; mustered in as Wag-oner; mustered out June 30, '65, by order of War Depratment. Livingston, Charles, Pri. 24, Aug. 9, '62, mustered out with com- pany. Longenecker, Henry, Pri. 21, Aug. 13, '62; reduced from Corporal at his own request July 15, '63, mustered out with company. McClure, Andrew J., Pri. 18, July 29, '62, discharged Aug. 25, '62, at Mansfield. O, McCullough, John B., Pri. 21. Aug. 9, '62, died Feb. 23, '63, in hos- pital at Clarksville, Tenn. McGinnis, Luther,Pri. 18, Aug. 12, '62, captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. McLaughlin, John G. Pri. 20, Aug. 11, '62, died Dec. 28, '62, in hospital at Russellville, Ky. Mackey, John. Pri. 21, July 29, '62, mustered out June 10, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War De^^artment. Martin, Lewis C, 18, Aug. 3, '62, discharged Aug. 3, 'G2, on Sur" geon's certificate of disability. Merchand, Leander, Pri. 19, Dec. 28, '63, captured Sept. 24, '64, in 23 action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, 't35, perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Milton, Thomas. Pri. 18, Aug-. 8, '62. wounded and captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, dis- charged June 26, '65, at U. S. General Hospital, Annapolis, Md., on surgeon, certificate of disability. Mitchell, Joseph R., Pri. 31, Aug. 5, '62; captured Sept, 24. '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; peaished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April, 27 '65. Morehead, Josiah, Pri. 18, «_,uly 29, '62, captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., died March 29, '65, in Rebel Prison, at Meridian, Miss. Moyer, Martin, Pri. 20, Aug. 13, '62, discharged Sept. 6, '62, by order of War Debartment. Nouse, George, Pri. 18, Aug. 9, '62, wounded and captured Sept. 25, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, mus- tered out June 12, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Orr, Joseph, Pri. 22, Aug. 12, '62, mustered out with company. Peckham, Paul R., Pri. 23, Aug. 9, '62, captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, ,65, mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Potot, Joseph, Pri. 25, Aug. 13, '62, captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65, mustered out May 20, '62, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Pyers, Samuel, Pri. 19, Aug. 9, '62, transferred to Co. I, 5th Regi- ment Veteran Reserve Corps, Feb. 15, '64, mustered out July 5, '65. at Indianapolis, Ind., by order of War Department. Reed, Samuel S., Pri. 28, Aug. 9, '62, died Dec. 10, '62, in hospital at Louisville, Ky. Reed, James P., Pri. 18, Aug. 9, '65, mustered out with company. Richards, Samuel D.. Pri. 18, Feb. 24, '64, transferred to Co. A 189th O. v., July 12, 1865. Ross, William, Pri. 18, Aug. 9 '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, inaction at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, mustered out May 20, '65 at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Sandel, John, Pri. 25, Aug. 12, '62. wounded Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens Ala., mustered out May 28, '65, at Louisville, Ky., by order of War Department. Sandel, Casper, Pri. 21, Aug. 12, '62; mustered out with company. Sandel, Christian, Pri. 19, Aug. 12, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., died Dec. 13, '64, in Rebel Prison at An- dersonville, Ga. 24 Shutt, George L., Pri., 22, Aug 13, '62; musteredout with company Skelly, Daniel, Pri. 18, July 28, '62, musteredout with company. Skelly, Hiram, Pri. 18, July 29, '62; Died Feb. 11, '63, in hospital at iJowiing Green, Ky. Smith. David vV., Pri. 21, Aug. 7. '62; discharged March 15, '63, at Russelville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disabilit}-. Speelman, William, Pri. 19, Aug. 9, '62, mustered out with company Speelman, Silas, Pri. 18, Aug. 2, '62; wounded Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; mustered out with company. Spring, George. Pri. 21, Aug. 2, '62; died April 7, '64 in hospital at Nashville, Tenn. Spring, Jacob, Pri. 26, Aug. 15, '62; died Feb. 23, '63, in hospital at Clarksville, Tenn. Stephens, William, Pri. 18, July 28, '62; mustered out with company Summers, Jacob, Pri. 23 Aug. 9, '62; mustered out June 12, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Sumney, Adam, Pri. 21, Aug. 5, '62: mustered out with company. Thornberg, Elizur, J. Pri. 18, Aug. 12. '62; mustered out with com- pany. True, Thomas, Pri. 29, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company. Uhl, John F, Pri, 18, July 26, '62; mustered out June 19, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Wag-es, William, Pri. 25, Aug. 8, '62; discharged Aug. 25, '62, on Surgean's certificate of disability. Walters, Michael, Pri. 28, Aug.8, '62; mustered out with company Walters. Isaac, Pri. 31, Dec. 7, '63; transferred to Co. A, 189th O V. I., July 12, '65. Wells, James, Pri. 18, Aug. 9, '62; mustered out with company. Wheaton, William, Pri. 18, Dec. 28, '63; : transferred to Co. A, lS9th O. V. I. July 12. '65. Wiggins, Henry, Pri. 20, Aug. 6, '62; mustered out with company- General Harrison Baker, Cook, 21, May 11, '63; Colored und er-cook, discharged June 30. '65, as supernumerary. James Davison. Cook, 18, Oct. 1, '63, colored under-cook, dis- charged June 30, '65, as supernumerary. COMPANY B. Mustered in Sept. 6, 1862, at Covington, Ky., by P. H. Breslin, Captain 18th Infantry, U. S. A. Mustered out June 30, 1865. at Nasiiville, Tenn., by John T. Morris, Captain and A. C. M. 1st Division 4th Army Corps. John McNaull Captain, 21, July 23, '62; resigned Dec. 21, '62, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. 25 Joseph R. Folwell, Captain, 21, July 21, '62; promoted from 1st Lieut. Dec. 20, '62. William A. Beer, Captain, 29, July 29, '62; promoted from 1st Lieut. Co. K, Nov. 26, '64; mustered out with company. Holliday Ames, 1st Lieutenant, 43, July 21, *62; promoted from 2d Lieutenant, Dec. 20. "62; Clustered out with company. John T. Roberts, 2d Lieutenant, 29, Aug-. 9, '62; promoted from 1st Sergeant Dec. 20, '62; to 1st Lieut. Co. C, April 23, '64. William H. White, 1st Serg-eant, 20, July 30, '62; promoted from Sergeant Feb. 28, '63; mustered out May 15, '65, at Huntsville, Ala. Samuel R. Smith. 1st Sergeant, 33, Aug-. 9, '62; appointed Sergeant from Corporal, Dec. 13, '62; 1st Sergeant May 16, '65; mustered out with company. Devilla Bender, Sergeant, 33, Aug. 14, '62; discharged Dec. 10, '62, at Bowling- Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Oscar Swineford, Sergeant, 21, Aug. 9, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, mustered out May 11, '65, at Columbus, O-, by order of War Department. David Carr, Sergeant, 32, Aug. 12, '62; died Dec. 13, '64, at Jeffer- son Barracks, Mo. William J. Laughan, Sergeant, 23, Aug. 14, '62; appointed from Corporal, Dec. 13, '64, mustered out with company. Hiram A. Kellogg, Sergeant. 18, Aug. 15, '62; appointed from Cor- poral, Apr, 28. 65; mustered out with company. Dillman Newman, Sergeant, 19, Aug. 9, '62; appointed Corporal Dec. 13, '62, Sergeant May 11, '65, mustered out with company. Henry C. Boffinmyer, Sergeant, 22, Aug. 11, '62; appointed Corpo- ral btc. 13, '62, Sergeant May 16, '65, mustered out with com pany Reuben A. Richards, Sergeant, 33, Aug. 9, '62; appointed from Cor- poral Nov. 11, '63, captured Sept. 24, '64, at Athens, Ala., ex- changed April 22, '65, perished by explosion of steamer Sultana, on Mississiapi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April, 27, '65. William Green, Sergeant, 25, Aug. 13, '62; appointed from private , discharged Nov. 7, '63, at Nashville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Hibbard R. Ridgeley, Corporal, 25, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out May 30, '65, at Huntsville, Ala., by order of War Department. John A. Onstott, Corporal, 21, Aug. 5,. '62; transferred to Marine Service Dec. 13, '62. Henry Krebbs, Corporal, 25, Aug. 14, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, perished by ex- plosion oi steamer Sultana, on Mississippi River, near Memphis, tenn., April 27, '65. James B. Hull, Corporal, 21, Aug. 12, '62; appointed Nov. 7, '63, aiuslered out with company. 2G Jacob Hildebrandt, Corporal, !18, Aug-, 3, '62; appointed July 9, '64, mustered out with company. Joseph Lucas, Corporal, 23, Aug. 4, '62; appointed April 28. '65, mustered out with company. John H. Bender, Corporal, 18, Aug. 9, '62, appointed April 28, '65, mustered out with company. JacobMcCauley, Corporal. 18, Aug. 11, '62; appointed April 28, '65, mustered out with company. Livingston Anderson, Corporal. 22, Aug. 15, '62; appointed May 11, '65, mustered out with company, Nathaniel Eddy, Corporal, 33, Aug-. 15, '62; appointed May 16, '65 mustered out with company. John Waggoner, 20, Corporal, Aug. 11, '62, appointed June 1, '65, mustered out with company. John McCrea, Corporal, , 24, Aug-. 9, '62; appointed Dec. 14, '62, captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, perished by explosion of steamer Sultana, on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Albright Henry. Pri., 18. Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with company Bahn, Adam Pri., 22, Aug-. 27, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, perished by explosion of steamer Sultana, on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 22, '65. Bailey, Henry A., Pri., 18, Aug. 11, '62; mustered in as Musician, mustered out with company. Bailey, Franklin, Pri., 21, Aug. 13, '62; discharged Nov. 17. '62, at Louisville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Bair, Adam, Pri., 20, Aug. 27, '62. Biggs, Joseph S., Pri,, 22, Aug-. 16, '62; mustered out with company Boyd, Stephen A., Pri., 18, Aug-. 4, '62; died Feb. 22, '64, at Nash- ville, Tenn. Brown, John, Pri., 26, Aug. 15, '62; discharged, Nov. 25, '62, at Louisville, Ky. on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Brubaker, John W., Pri., 19, Aug. 19, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Craig, Porter, Pri., 20. Aug. 13, '62; mustered out with company. Croan, James^W. Pri. 27, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with company. Ecker, David N., Pri., 18, Aug^. 14, '62; died Oct. 3, '63, at Nashville, Tenn. Faher, William H., Pri., 18, Aug. 15, '62; died Dec. 2, '62, at Bowl- ing Green. Ky, Fasig, William, Pri., 33, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with company. Fisher, Daniel C, Pri. 45, Aug.15, '62; mustered out with company. 27 Fisher, Daniel, Jr., Pri , 18, Aug. 15, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchang-ed April 22, '65, perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana, on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April. 27, '65. Fleharty, Michael, Pri. 27, July 29, '62; discharged May 8, '63, at Clarksville. Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. France, Henry, Pri., 35, Aug. 15, '62; discharged Jan. 28, '63, at Louisville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Goudy, George, Pri., 18, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with company. Gresh, John. Pri., 20, Aug. 15, '62; died Dec. 22, '64, at Nashville, Tenn. Hall, Lansen, Pri,, 18, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out July 10, '65, at Louisville, Ky. by order of War Department. Hamar, Samuel, Pri. 27, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with company. Hamilton, David, Pri. 27, Aug. 9, '62; mustered out June 7, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Hartsel, John, Pri. 21, Aug. 27, '62; transferred to Co. F, 23d Reg- iment, Veteran Reserve Corps, Oct. 14; '63." Hough, Edmond, Pri. 18, Aug. 15, '62; died Oct. 9, '63, at Elk River, Tenn. Hough, Isaac, Pri., 23. Aug. 15, '62. discharged Nov. 22, '63, at Nashville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Hough, Louis, Pri. 22, Aug. 27, '62; died July 2, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn. House, John W.,Pri, 23; Aug. 9, '62; mustered out with company. Hull, George B., Pri., 20, Aug. 27, '62; discharged Aug. 6, '63, at Louisville, Ky. Keener, Christian, Pri., 24, Aug. 27, '62; died July 30, '64, at Dod- sonville, Ala. Kilaver, John F., Pri., 22, Aug. 1, '62; mustered out June 26, '65, at Louisville, Ky., by order of War Department. Kiser. Theodore, Pri. 18, Aug. 1 1, '62; mustered out with company Kyle, Samuel, Pri. 19, Aug. 6. '63; mustered out with company. Lacy, Pollis D., Pri. 26, Aug. 9, '62; mustered out with company. Lundy, George F., Pri., 32, Aug. 11, '62; mustered in as Wagoner, musiered out with company. McCready, James, Pri.. 18. Aug. 13. '62; mustered out with com- pany. McKinney, Alexander, Pri., 21, Aug. 1; '62; discharged Jan. 8, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Martin, William, Pri., 39, Aug. 15, '62. Maxwell, William, Pri. 22, Aug. 5, '62; died Feb. 15, '63, at Clarks- ville, Tenn. Mercer, Levi M., Pri.. 23, Auff. 9, '62, 28 Mercer, James M., Pri., 19. Aug-. 11, '62; also borne on rolls as John H. Mercer: captured Sept. 24, 'G4, in action at Athens, Ala., ex- changed April 22, '(J5; perished b}' explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27. 'G5. Mercer, Madison, Pri. 19, Aug-, 11, '62; discharged March 26, '63, at Col'.imbus, O., by order of ^Var Department. , . Andrew J., PH., 27, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with com- Mish, William F., Pri , 18, Aug, 18, '62; also borne on rolls as Franklin Mish, mustered out vvitb company. Pittenger, Albert, Pri., 18, Aug. 5, '62; discharged May 27. '63, at Clarksville, Tenn. Pittenger, William B., Pri. 22, Aug. 15, '62;captured Sept. 24, '64, in action a^. Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, mustered out June 23, '65, at Camp Chase, 0-, by order of War Department. Potter, Silas, Pri., 18, Aug. 15, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., paroled , was on board steamer Sultana at time of explosion, April 27, '65, mustered out May 11, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Pryor, David, Pri., 27, Aug. 19, '62; mustered out with company. Richey, Stephen, Pri., 18, Aug. 29, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64 in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., died Oct. 24, '64, in Rebel Prison at Cahaba, Ala. Ridgeley Benjamin F., Pri., 20, Aug. 15, '62; mustered in as Mu- sician, mustered out with company. Ritchey, Alexander, Pri., 25, Aug. 15, '62, mustered out June 28, '65. at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Saner, Henry, Pri., 20, Aug. 11. *62; reduced from Corporal, discharged Nov. 8. '62, at Cincinnati, O. Scott, John M,, Pri., 21, Aug. 15, ,62; mustered out with company. Scruby, Samuel, Pri. 19, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with companyl Sheets, Alfred M,. PH., 19, Aug. 8, '62, mustered out with com- pany. Sheets Solomo", Pri., 25, Aug. 8, '62, discharged Feb. 13, '(.4, at Clarksville, Tenn. Sherradan, Paul, Pri., 18, Aug. 12, '62; discharged Jan. 15, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Smalley, Daniel, Pri., 18, Aug. 13, '62; killed Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala. Smith, John, PH., 18, Aug. 11, '62; left sick at Bowling- Green, Ky., Dec. 14, '62. No further record found. Smith, Peter, Pri., 31, Aug. 15, '62; discharged March 3, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn. Smith, Jeremiah, Pri., 19, Aug. 15, '62; died Dec. 19, '62; at Bowl- ing Green, Ky. 29 Schmutz, Joseph, Pri., 30, Aug-, 7, '62; discharged April 30. '63, at Bowling- Green, Ky. on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Spafford, Harrison, Pri., 22, Aug. 15,'62; captured Sept, 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, was on board steamer Sultana at time of explosion, April, 27, '65; mustered out May 11, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Stacher, Samuel, Pri., 20, Aug. 15, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala. exchanged April 22, '65, mustered out May 11, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Strock, Benjamin F., Pri., 18, Aug. 15 '62; mustered out with company. Sulcer, John, Pri., 20, July 30, '62; mustered out with company. Swaisgood, William, Pri., 29, Aug. 14, ,62; mustered out with company. Swaisgood, Henry, Pri. 27, Aug. 14, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Webster, Asa. Pri. 20, Aug. 15, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, was on board steamer Sultana at time of explosion, April 27, '65, mustered out May 11, '55, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Wells, James W., Pri., 21, Aug. 9, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala. paroled ; mustered out to date June 30, '65. Wells, Joseph, Pri. 31, July 25, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, perished by explo- sion of steamer Sultana at time of explosion on Mississippi Riv- er near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Whisemore, Abraham, Pri. 20, Aug. 15, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; was on board steamer Sultata at time of explosion April 27, '65; mus- tered out May 11, '65, at Columbus, O. by order of War Depart- ment. Whismore, Ephraim, Pri. 18, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Whing ates Charles J. Pri. 20, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Winters Johnston, Pri. 18, Aug. 30, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Woods, Matthew, Pri. 18, Aug. 30, '62; captured Sept. 24, 1864, in action at Athens, Ala. exchanged April 22, '65,* was on board steamer Sultana at time of explosion April 27, '65, mustered out May 11, '65, by order of War Department. Wycoff, John, Pri. 18, Aug. 4, 'G:Z; mustered out with company. 30 COMPANY C Mustered in Sept. 6, 1862, at Covins:ton, Ky., by P. H. Breslin, Captain 18th Infantry, U. S. A. Mustered out June 30, 1865. at Nashville, Tenn., by John T. Morris, Captain and A. C. M. 1st Division 4th Army Corps. Georg-e H. Bowman, Captain, 23, July 22, '62; promoted to Lieut. Colonel, March 6, '63. William C. Scott, Captain, 24. July 22, '62; promoted to 1st Lieu- tenant from 2d Lieutenant Feb. 1, '63, Captain March 6, '63; mustered out with company. John Saltsg-aber, 1st Lieutenant, 31, July 25, '62; resigned Feb. 1, '(.3. Emanuel Hade, 1st Lieutenant, 43, July 23, '62; transferred fron 1st Lieutenant and Regt. Quartermaster May 12, *63; promoted to Captain and Asst. Quartermaster April 12, '64. John T. Roberts, 1st Lieutenant, 29, Aug-. 9, '62; promoted from 2d Lieutenant Co. B, April 23, '64; mustered out with company. Edwin Farmer, 2d Lieutenand, 19, Aug-, 13, '62; appointed Serg-eant from Corporal, Oct 18, '62; 1st Serg-eant Jan. 1, '63, promoted to 2d Lieutenant Feb. 1, '63, 1st Lieutenant Co. A, Oct. 12, '64. Harry J. Kellog-g-, 1st Serg-eant, 24, Aug. 2, '62. Cyrus Shum way, Jr., 1st Sergeant, 21, Aug. 4, '62; appointed from Sergeant Feb. 1, '63, mustered out with company. James McBride, Sergeant, 19, July 27, '62; discharged April 28, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. William H. Post, Sergeant, 25, Aug. 6, '62; mustered out with company. William C. Hornberger, Sergeant, 24, Aug. 10, '62; appointed from private Jan. 1, '63, captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn.. April 22, '65. James G. Buckingham, Sergeant, 31, Aug, 6, '62; appointed Cor" poral Oct. 3, '62, Sergeant Feb. 1, '63, mustered out with company. James Cummins, Sergeant, 18, Aug. 1, '62; appointed from Corpo" ral, April 30, '64, mustered out with company. Given Mitchell, Corporal, 29, Aug. 6, '62; promoted to 2d Lieuten" ant April 28, '63, but not mustered; 2d Lieutenant Omaba Scouts* Nebraska Infantry, May 2, '65, from which discharged April 17' '66. John Constance, Corporal, 20, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Jonas Bughman, Corporal, 40, Aug. 2, '62; mustered out with com" pany. 31 John Fleming-, Corporal, 22, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with com- pany. John Geary, Corporal, 32, Aug-. 11, '62; appointed May 4, '63, died April 11, '64, at Nashville, Tenn. Christian M. Hershey, Corporal, 28, Aug 11, '62; appointed May 31, '63, mustered out with company. Cornelius J. Madden, Corporal, 21, Aug. 12, '62; appointed Oct. 18, '62, mustered out June 16, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Josiah Pittman, Corporal, 40, Aug, 1, '62; appointed April 30. '64; mustered out with company. James F. Scott, Corporal, 18, Aug. 1, '62; appointad April 30, '64, mustered out with companj". David R. Amsbaugh, Corporal, 29, Aug. 11, '62; appoinied April 30, '64, captured Sept. 24, '64 in action at Athens, Ala., returned to company June 16, '65; mustered out with company. Amsbaugh, Uzal, Pri., 22, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company Arismau, Stephen, Pri., 24, Aug. 7, *62; mustered out with company Barr, Robert, Pri., 20, Aug. 23, '62; discharged Feb. 25, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Beams, Noah, Pri,, 27, Aug. 5, '62. Beckwith, John, Pri. 18, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with company. Bloor, Charles, Pri. 24, Aug. 6, '62; mustered out May 30, '65, at Huntsville, Ala., by order of War Department. Colburn, Robert. Pri. 40, July 27, '62;. promoted to Q. M. Sergeant Feb. 1, '63. Cook, Jesse, Pri. 18, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company. Cook, Robert G., Pri., 19. July 22. '62. mustered out May 30, '65, at Camp Dennison, O., by order of War Department. Couch, Charles, Pri. 25, July 25, '62; reduced from Corporal May 31, '63, mustered out with company. Dixon, Wilson S., Pri, 18, July 26, '62; mustered out with company. Edsall, Samuel. Pri., 25, Aug. 7, '62; discharged Jan. 6, '63, at Louisvile, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate ot disability. Ealand, Edmund, Pri., 32, Aug. 5, '62; discharged Dec 31, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Enis, Francis, Pri., 20, July 27, '62; mustered out with company. Epley, Jacob, Pri., 23, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company. Epley, William, Pri. 22, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company. Feeman, Robert, Pri. 18, July 27, '62; mustered out with company. Fisher, George, Pri , 20, Aug, 7, '62; mustered out with company. Fisher, Jared, Pri., 18, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with company. Fisher, John. Pri.. 41, Aug. 1, '62; mustered in as Wagoner, , mustjred out with company. 33 Flint, Lysander, Pri., 41, July 22, '02; captured Sept. 24, '64; in action at Athens, Ala.; exchang-ed April 22, '65, perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, 'G5. Foulks, Charles, Pri., 18, Aug-. 5, '02; mustered out with company Fox, Charles, Pri,, 42, Aug-. 9, '62; mustered out with company. Geig-er, Joseph, Pri., 21, Aug-. 13, '62; died May 10, '64, at Nash- ville, Tenn. Harmon, Samuel, Pri., 31, July 29, '62; mustered out with company Holland, Georg-e W., Pri., 18, Aug-. 7, '02; discharg-ed Jan. 13, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky., Hollenbaug-h, iVilliam, Pri., 22, Aug-. 14, '02; transferred to Miss- issippi Marine Brigade, Dec. 20, '62. Hott, Joseph L., Pri., 20, Aug. 4, '62; promoted Com. Sergeant ; returned to Co. Feb. 1, '63; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala,, exchanged April 22, '65, mustered out June 10, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Huffman. John, Pri., 22, Aug. 13, '02; mustered out with company Inman Asher, J., Pri., 18, Aug. 11. '02; mustered out with company Jacques, Melville, Pri., 18, Aug. 12, '62, mustered out with company Jones, James, Pri., 18, July 7, '62; mustered out with company- Jones, John, Pri., 24, Aug. 15, '02; mustered out with company. Jones, William, Pri., 24, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out May 30, '65, at Nashville, Tenn., by order of War Department. Kimmell, William C, Pri., 24, July 25, '02; died Nov. 29, '62, at Bowling Green, Ky. Kissling. Isaac, Pri., 20, Aug. 7, '02; mustered out with company. Kurtz, Jeremiah, Pri., 29, Aug. 7, .62; mustered out with company. Lawrence, William, Pri., 19, July 29, '62; transferred to Mississ- ippi Marine Brigade Dec. 20, '62, Lewis, Samuel, Pri., 26, Aug. 7, '62, mustered out with company. Light, George, Pri., 18, Aug. 6, '02; mustered in as Musician, mus- tered out with company. Lilly, Thomas, Pri., 20, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with company. Logan. Ephraim C , Pri., 32, Aug. 15, '02; mustered out with com- pany. Long, Joseph, Pri., 19, Aug. 11, '62; transferred to Mississippi Brigade, Dec. 20, '62. Loring, William, Pri., 18, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with company Lowe, James M., Pri., 21. July 27, '62; mustered out with company Lowry, Andrew, Pri., 29, Aug. 9. '02; mustered out with company Mcllvain, William, Pri., 18, July 29, '62; died Nov, 29, '02, at Bowl- ing- Green, Ky. 33 Manor, John W., PH., 21, July 27, '62; died Jan. 16, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky. Martin, Samuel, Pri., 19, July 28, '62; discharged Dec, 17, *62, at Bowling Green, Ky. Mason, James. Pri., 23, Aug. 2, '62; reduced from Corporal June 30, '64, at his own request; mustered out with company. Miller, Samuel, Pri., 26, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out May 30, '65, at Camp Dennison, O., by order of War Department Michell, James D., Pri., 20, July 29, '62; discharged April 8, '63, at Louisville, Ky,, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Moon, John A., Pri., 23, Aug. 7, '62; died Dec. 8, '62, at Bowling Green, Ky, Moon, William, Pri., 21, Joly 27, '62; mustered out May 15, '65, at Huntsviile, Ala., by order of War Department. Moores, Alfred B,. Pri., 18, Jnly 27, '62; mustered in as Musician, mustered out with company. Moores,; Edward, Pri., 38, Aug. 4, '62; died Oct. 10, '62, at Cincin- nati, O. Myers, William, Pri., 24, Aug. 7. '62. Nickolson, William, Pri., 35, Aug. 1, '62; promoted to Com. Ser- geant Feb. 1, '63. Osborn Walter, Pri., 22, July 28, '62; died May 4, '63 at Clarksville, Tenn. Patterson, David, Pri., 21, Aug. 9, .62; mustered out with company Pa\ne, John, Pri., 34, July 31, '62, mustered out with company. Payne, William, Pri., 37, Aug. 6, '62; transferred to Co. K, Sth Regiment Veteran Reserve Corps, , discharged March 21, '65, at Indianapolis, Ind., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Pifer, Joel, Pri., 19, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with company. Pittman, George, Pri., 18, Aug, 1, '62; mustered out with company Post, William B., Pri., 24, July 29, '62; mustered out with company Price, Benjamin F., Pri., 20, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Price, John, Pri., 21, Aug. 6, '62. Rankins, Oliver, Pri., 19, Aug. 15. '62; captured Sept. 24, '64 in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., died Oct. 31, '64, in Rebel Prison at Cahaba, Ala. Riggle, Henry, Pri., 35, Aug. 11, '62; died Oct. 23, '64, at Decatur, Ala. Sandel, John, Pri., 18, Aug. 7, '62; died May 20, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky. Simons, James, Pri,, 20, Aug. 10, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, perished by explo- sion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. 34 Roberts, James, Pri., 26, July 27, '62; mustered out with company Smith, Georg-e K., Pri., 21, July 24, 'C2; appointed Sergeant May 4; '63; reduced March 18. '64, mustered out with company. Torry, George H., Pri., 23, Aug. 14, *62; reduced from Sergeant Oct, 17, '62; transferred to Mississippi Marine Brigade Dec. 20, '62. Turbett, George W., Pri., 45, Aug. 2, '62; discharged Oct. 20. '63, at Cincinnati, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Turbett, James R., Pri., 23, Aug. 5, '62; transferred to Veteran Reserve Corps April 20, '64. Wagner, Lewis, Pri., 19, Aug. 6, '62; died Nov. 28, '64, at Tulla- homa, Tenn. Walters, Jacob, Pri., 18, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company. Walters, John, Pri., 20, Aug, 7, '62; mustered out with company. Ward, William G., Pri., 36, Aug. 6. '63; discharged Dec. 19, '62, at, Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Weagley, James M., Pri., 36, Aug-. 6, '62, mustered out with com- pany. West, William, Pri., 26, July 27, '63; mustered out with company. Wise, John, Pri., 29, Oct. 3, '64; transferred to Co. G, 198th O. V. I., July 12, '62. Marshall Banks, Cook, 44, May 5, '63; colored under-cook, mus- tered out June 30, '65, as supernumerary. George Collins, Cook, 20, Sept. 20, '63; colored under-cook, mus- tered out June 30, '65, as supernumerary. COMPANY D. Mustered in Sept. 0, 1862, at Covinofton, Ky., by P. H. Breslin, Captain 18th Infantry, U. S. A. Mustered out June 80, 1865. at Nasiiville, Tenn., by John T. Morris, Captain and A. C. M. 1st Division 4th Army Corps. Aaron E. Zoda, Captain, 27, July 22, '62; died B^eb, 21, '65, at Lou- isville, Ky., of wounds received Sept. 24, '64. in action at Athens, Ala. William H. McMonigal, Captain, 32, July 30, '62; promoted from 1st Lieutenant and Adjutant April 8, '(»5; mustered out with company. Gaylord Thomas, 1st Lieutenant, 21, July 23, '62; resigned Feb. 18, '63. Gustavus Woolf, 1st Lieutenant, 25, July 22, '62; promoted from 2d Lieutenant to date from Feb. 1, '63, mustered out with com- pany. 35 James A. Dougal, 2d Lieutenant, 25, Aug. 5, '62; promoted from 1st Sergeant Feb. 1, '63; mustered out with company, Jesse E. Norman, 1st Sergeant, 36, July 28, '62; appointed from Corporal Feb. 1. '63; discharged April 8, '65, at Decatur, Ala., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Marion D. Ward, 1st Sergeant, 21, Aug. 7, '62; appointed from Sergeant April 7, '65; mustered out with company. Joseph B. F. Corts, Sergeant, 22, Aug. 8, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis. Tenn., April 27, '65. Thomas B. Keech, Sergeant, 21, Aug. 5, '62; discharged April 23, *63, at Clarksville Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Andrew C. Patterson, Sergeant, 22, Aug. 5, '62; discharged Feb. 18, '63, at Cincinnati, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Adam Bringman, Sergeant. 23, Aug. 11, '62; appointed from Cor- poral Aug. 27, '64, mustered out with company. Thomas F. Gardner, Sergeant, 23, Aug. 10, '62; appointed Corpo- ral Nov. 20, '62, Sergeant March 7, '65; mustered out with com- pany. Alexander Bradley, Sergeant. 32, Aug. 9, '62; appointed from Cor- poral April 23, '63; discharged March 7, '65 at Columbus, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Job J. Anders, Sergeant, 20, Aug. 8, '62; appointed from Corporal Feb. 18, '63; died Aug. 27, '64, at Bellefonte, Ala^'. Jacob Martin, Sergeant, 19, Aug. 11, '62; appointed Corporal Dec. 31, '62, Sergeant April 7, '65; mustered out with company. John W. Rallston, Sergeant, 25, Aug. 9, '62; appointed Corpora] Feb. 1, '63;Sergeant, April 27, '65; mustered out with company. George A Summers, Corporal, 18, Aug. 4, '62; discharged Dec. 11, '62, at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Milton S. Charles, Corporal, 22, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out May 23, '62,at Nashville, Tenn., by order of War Deparoment. Victor, Gutzwiller, Corporal, 18, July, 29, '62; discharged Nov. 21, '62 at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disa- bility. David C. Vasbinder, Corporal, 19, Aug. 8. '62; discharged May 21, '64, at Columbus, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. George M. Penn, Corporal, 18, Aug. 9, '62; appointed Feb. 18, '63; mustered out with company. John A. Gahagan, Corporal, 32, Aug, 7, '62; appointed April 25, '63, mustered out with company. Joseph A. Cope, Corporal, 20, Aug. 2, '62; appointed May 21, '64; mustered out with company. William A. Ferre, Corporal, 29, Aug. 9, '62; appointed April. 27, '64, mustered out with company. 3G Peter Pfingstag-, Corporal, 19, Aug. 7, '62; appointed March 7, '65, mustered out with company. David Nidy, Corporal, 26, Aug-. 14, '62; appointed April 7, 65, -mus- tered out with comsany. Jacob C. Martin, Corporal, 22, Aug. 9, '62; appointed April 27, '65, mustered out with company Ransom J. Osbun, Corporal, 20, Aug. 11, '62; appointed May 23, '65, mustered out with company. Andrew J. Hammond, Musician, 37, Aug. 11, '62; promoted t© Prin. Musician, Jan, 1. '63. Baker, John, Pri. 23, Aug. 11, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchaneed April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Baker, Peter, Pri., 21, Jan. 27, *64; captured Sept. 24, '64, inaction at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 3, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Baldwin, Thomas C, Pri., 20, Aug. 8, '62; mustered out with company. Beech, James D,, Pri., 17, Aug. 6, '62; captured Sept. 24, 'b4. in action at Athens, Ala;,exchanged April 22, '65, mustered out June 10, '65 at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Berry, Samuel, Pri., 24, Aug. 11, '62; killed Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala, Bringman Joseph, Pri., 21, Aug. 8, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; mustered out May 20 at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Burt, John, H., Ari., 20, Aug. 6, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana oa Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Carter, Adam, Pri., 32, Aug. 7, '62; discharged Oct. 12, '63, at Cowan, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Charles, John A., Pri., 20, Aug. 11, '62; discharged Oct. 12, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Charles Newton, Pri., 19, March 28, '64; mustered out May 23, '65, at Nashville, Tenn., by order of War Department. Charles, Washington H., Pri., 20, Aug. 11, '62; dischagred April 16, '64, at Columbus, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Connell, DeWitt C, Pri., 31, Aug. 12, '62, promoted to Q. M. Ser- geant Sept. 6, '62. "" Cook, Cyrus W., Pri. 19, Aug. 18 '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 17, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. 37 Earick, William, PH., 23, Aug. 18, '62; captured Sept, 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Furguson, Levi, Pri., 19, Aug. 11, '62; died May 23, '64, at Tulla- homa, Tenn, Frost, Ansel, Pri., 42, Aug. 5, '62; discharged May 28, '63, at Clarksville; Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Gates, Napoleon, Pri., 20, Aug. 11, '62; musterdd out with company Gibson, John W., Pri., 35, July 25, '62; transferred to 58th Co. 2d Battallion Veteran Reserve Corps, Oct. 14, '64; thence to Co. K, 7th Regiment Veteran Reserve Corps; mustered out June 29, '65, at Washington, D. C, by order of War Department. Glaser, John, Pri., 28, Aug. 6, '62; mustered in as Wagoner; cap- tured Sept. 24, '64, inaction at Athens Ala.; exchanged April 22. '65; mustered out with company. Greenfield, Reuben, Pri., 17, Aug. 16, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64. in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 23, '65 at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Grice, David, Pri., 22, July 30, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion ol steamer Sultana on Mississipi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, 65. Grove, vVilliam, H., Pri., 26, Aug. 5, '62; discharged Jan. 5, '64, at Nashville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Guthrie, William, Pri., 26, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Harnly, Manuel, Pri., 19' Aug. 9, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Houston, John D., Pri., 23, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Jackson, Samuel F., Pri., 32, July 23, '62; discharged Oct. 8, '62, at Louisville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Jolly, Joseph, Pri.; 17, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company. Kautfman, Daniel, Pri,, 19, Aug, 11, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; died Nov. 7, '64, in Rebel Prison at Caha- ba, Ala. Keith, Andrew J., Pri., 22, Aug. 8, '62; discharged Jan. 23, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Kleinman, Jacob,, Pri., 30, Aug. 6, '62; mustered outwith company Kline, Joseph, Pri., 19, Aug, 22, '62; mustered out May 16, '65, at Nashville, Tenn., by orderof War Department, Lantz, Jacob, Pri., 21, Aug. 11, '62; died Sept. 7, '64, at Athens, Ala. 38 Kochenderfer John H., PH., 19, Aug. 11, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Lisle, Aaron B., Pri. 24, Aug. 8, '62; mustered out with company. Lantz, Jacob, Pri., 21, Aug. 11, '62; died Sept. 7, '64, at Athens, Ala. Lutz, Samuel, Pri., 36, Aug. 11, *62; mustered out with company. McCormick, David, Pri., 35, Aug. 5, '62/ discharged June 3, '65, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Marshal, James, Pri., 21, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company. Matthews, Daniel, Pri., 21, Aug. 11, '62; died Dec. 16, '62 at Louis- ville, Ky. Miller, Charles H,, Pri., 24, Aug. 8, '62; mustered out June 14, '65, at Nashville, Tenn., by order of War Department. Miller, George W., Pri., 22, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Mitchell, David K., Pri., 28, Aug. 11, '62; discharged April 23, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Muscroft, James S., Pri., 22, Aug. 5, '62; discharged May 29, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Muscroft, Samuel J., Pri., 23, Aug. 5, 62; mustered out May 23, '65, at Nashville, Tenn., by order of War Department. Myers, David, Pri., 18, Dec. 19, '63; transferred to Co. A, 189th O. V I., July 12, '65. Nelson, David, Pri , 19, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company. Osbun, Freeman, Pri., 19, Aug. 11; '62; mustered out May 23, 'bS, at Nashville, Tenn., by order of War Department. Palmer, Jabez, Pri., 18, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company. Pittenger, Henry O., Pri., 19, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out May 30, '65. at Camp Dennison, O., by order of War Department. Pittenger, Isaac M., Pri., 18, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Pitienger, Lemuel O., Pri,, 22, Ang. 7, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Prame, Franklin J., Pri., 18,'Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company Rallston George W., Pri.,22. Aug. 9, '62; mustered out with company Rallston. John, Pri., 24, Aug. 5, '62; drowned Julv 1, '63, while bathing at Clarksville, Tenn. Rallston, William C, Pri., 24, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Reed, Eben, Pri., 18, July 25, '62; discharged Dec. 16, '62, at Bowl- ing Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Rohrer, Elias C, Pri., 20, Aug. 8, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; died Nov. 12, '64, in Rebel Prison at Cababa, Ala. 39 Seaton, John F., Pri., 21, Aug. 11, '62; died Jan, 1, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky. Shiffler, George P.. Pri., 23, Aug. 7, '62; died Oct. 30, '64, at Hunts- ville, Ala. Shreffler, Joseph, Pri., 17, Aug. 14, '62; died March 14, '64, at Nashville, Tenn. Sloan, Elzy E., Pri., 18, July 29, '62; captured Sept 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 6, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Sloan, William B., Pri., 18, Aug. 12, '62; musiered out May 15, '65, at Louisville, K}., by order of War Department. Small, David, Pri., 23, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company. Steel, Elias C, Pri., 26, Aug. 7. '62, discharged May 2, '64, at Tullahoma, Tenn,, on Surgeon's certificate of disability Stillwagon, Daniel, Pri., 34, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with conpany Straub, George, Pri., 23, Aug. 20, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 25, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Straub, John B., Pri., 29, Aug. 6, '62; mustered out with company. Strawsbaugh, Samuel, Pri,, 43, Aug. 7, '62; captured Sept. 24, *64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn., April, 27, '65. Ublrich, George W., Pri., 20, July 22, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at A.thens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Underwood, James, Pri., 17, Aug. 1, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22. '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Urich, Christopher, Pri., 21, Aug. 19, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Weatherby, Thaddeus, Pri. ,21, Aug. 9, '62; mustered in as Musi- cian; discharged Jan. 2, '64, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Wharf, Henry, Pri., 18, July 25, '62; discharged June 10, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Whittaker, Abraham, Pri., 32, Aug. 13, '62; accidentally killed Dec. 25, '63, at Nashville, Tenn., by a wagon running over him. Williams, Abraham, Pri., 18, Aug. 5, '62; died Oct. 16, '64, at De- catur, Ala. Williams, James T., Pri., 25, Aug. 8, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athena, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, "'Vnn A^ril 27. '65. 40 Williams, John W., Pri., 19, Aug-. 8, '62; discharg-ed Dec. 11, '62, at Bowling- Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Wolverton, Chauncy, Pri. 43, Aug. 13, '62; mustered out with company, Andrew J. Riggens, Cook 19, Mayl4, '63; colored under-cook, mus- tered out June 30, '65, as supernumerary. Peter Dunlap, Cook, 21, Aug". 13, ,03; colored under-cook, mustered out June 30, '65, as supernumerary. COMPANY E. Mustered in Sept. 6, 1862, at Coving-ton, Ky., by P. H. Breslin, Captain 18th Infantry, U. S. A. Mustered out June 30, 1865. at Nasiiville, Tenn., by John T. Morris, Captain and A. C. M. 1st Division 4th Army Corps. Augustus W. Loback, Captain, 36, July 22, '62; wounded and cap- tured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., confined in stockade at Meridian, Miss . paroled Nov. 13, '64, exchanged Dec, 17, '64, rejoined regiment Jan. 2, '65, mustered out with company. James Riddle, 1st Lieutenant, 29, Aug. 13, '62; appointed Aug. 24, '62, killed Sept. 25, '63, by falling from railroad train, near Mur- freesboro, Tenn. Samuel B. Donel, 1st Lieutenant, 36, Aug. 8, '62; appointed 2d Lieutenant Aug. 24, '62, promoted to 1st Lieutenant April 23, '64, mustered outwith company. William A. Traxler, 1st Sergeant, 26, Aug-. 9, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Merapnis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Franklin G. Frary, Sergeant, 34, Aug. 4, '62; mustered out with company. Phillip L. Holton, Sergeant, 22. Aug. 9, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn., April 27. '65. David W. Kennedy, -Sergeant, 30, Aug. 12, '62; captured Sept. 24 '64, in action at Athens, Ala., died March 15, '65, at Demopolis Ala., while a prisoner of war. Caleb F, Grice, Sergeant, 31, Aug. 13, '62; appointed from Cor- poral June 1, '64, mustered out with company. Peter Wirick. Sergeant, 41. Aug-. 11, '62, appointed from Corporal A'ig. 1, '63, died May 18, '64, in hospital at TuUahoma, Tenn. 41 Robert M. Edg-ecomb, Corporal, 24, Aug. 8, '62; discharg-ed Jan. 29, '63, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Nathaniel H. Ordway, Corporal, 40, Aug. 7, '62; died Dec. 14, '62, in Hospital No. 7 at Bowling Green, Ky. Samuel F. Whitman, Corporal, 21, Aug. 8, '62; discharged Feb, 27, '63, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Aaron B. Leedy, Corporal, 21, Aug. 11, '62; appointed Dec. 14, '62; mustered out with company. Harrison Wirick, Corporal, 23, Aug. 20, '62; appointed Jan. 29, '63; mustered out with company. Leander J. Niman; Corporal, 21, Aug. 22, '62, appointed May 22, '64; mustered out with company. Peter W. Shambaugh, Corporal, 22 Aug. 11, '62; appointed May 22, '64; mustered out with company. Jacob Beal, Corporal. 28, Aug. 17, '62; appointed Aug. 1, '64; killed Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala. John Divelbiss, Corporal, 21, Aug. 13, '62; appointed March 24, '63 captured Sept, 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Jacob Irons, Corporel, 37, Aug. 7, '62; appointed April 12, '64, cap- tured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Jacob Bierly, Corporal, 17, Aug. 12, '62; appointed June 1, '64; captured Sept. 24, '64. in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Lambert Walsh, Musician, 18, Aug. 22, '62; mustered out with company. Jonathan Dorsey, Wagoner, 27, Aug. 13, '62; discharged Feb. 25, '63 at Russellville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate ot disability. Abcen, Thomas, Pri., 21, Aug. 14, '62; Algire, Henry F.,Pri., 20, Aug. 17, '62; died Jan. 4, '63. in Hospital No. 1, at Clarksville, Tenn. Algire, Samuel, Pri., 22, Aug. 29, '62. Aungst, Joseph, Pri.' 24, Aug. 22, '62; mustered out with company Baker, Isaac, Pri., 33, Aug. 13, 62; mustered out with company. Beal, Amos, Pri , 18, Aug. 18, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., A.pril 27, '65. Beard, Job M., Pri., 27, Aug. 8, '62; reduced from Sergeant July 31, '63; mustered out with company. Bixler, Sherman W., Pri., 18, Aug. 15, '62; transferred to Co. G, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. 42 Bohon, William E., Pri. 19, Aug. 14, '62; died March 22, '63, st Russellville, Ky. Cassel, Caleb, P., Pri., 19, Aug. 14, '62; discharged Nov. 5, '62, at Louisvile, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Chamblin, Francis , Pri.., 18, Aug. 29, '62; died April 26, '63, io hospital at Clarksville, Tenn. Claudy, Martin vV., Pri,, 23, Aug. 12, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Connelly, Henry C, Pri., 19, Aug, 20, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Couter, Elias, Pri., 28, Aug. 12, '62; captured Sept, 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi near Temphis, Tenn. April 22, '65 Drake, John, Pri., 19, Aug. 13, '62; mustered out with company. Elders, Josiah, Pri., 22, Aug. 17, *62; drowned May 26, '63, in Cumberland River, at Clarksville, Tenn. Evers, Levi, Pri., 18, Aug. 18, '62; mustered out with company. Fike, Joshua, Pri., 27, Aug, 16, '62; discharged Sept. 18, '63, at Louisville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of daability. Fleharty, Marion, Pri., 19, Aug. 1, '62; discharged May 23, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability, Fleming, John, Pri., 21, Aug, 11, '62; discharged Feb, 16, '63, at Bowling Green Ky, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Fry, Daniel B,, Pri,, 22, Aug, 13, '62; appointed Corporal March 24, '64; reduced May 4, '64; captured Sept, 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out May 29, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Fry, Samuel, Pri., 21, 7, Aug. 16, 62; mustered out with company. Garber, Daniel, Pri., 34, Aug, 18, *62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Gatton, Isaac, Pri., 21, Aug, 14, '62; mustered out with company. Geary, Thomas N., Pri., 18, Aug. 11,' 62; mustered out with com- pany. Geary, William. Pri. 35, Aug. 29, '62; discharg:ed Feb. 9, '63, at Russellville. Ky,, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Harsh, Sylvester D,, Pri., 18, Aug. 11, 63; died April 7, '63, in Hos- pital No. 2, at Clarksville, Tenn. Herring, John S., Pri,, 22, Aug. 12, '62. Hissong, Henry, Pri., Aug, 33, 14, '62;musterd out with company. Hollibaugh, Levi, Pri., 18, Aug. 8, '62; mustered out with company. Holton, William A., Pri., 18, Feb. 15 '64; transferred to Co. G, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65, Howard, William R., Pri., 23 Jan,19,'65; mustered out May 3 2, '65, at Columbus. O., by order of War Department. 43 Huston, Seerman, Pri., 31, Aug. 12, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 12, 'b5, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department, Ingham, Albert, Pri., 18, Aug. 12, '62; mustered out with company. Kauffman, AlonzoR., Pri., 18, Aug. 9, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Kcefer, John, ¥., Pri. 19, Aug. 17, '62; mustered out with company. Keellr, Isaac, Pri., 35, Aug. 13, '62; died Nov. 26, '62, in hospital ot Louisville, Ky. Kincaid, Benjaman, Pri., 25 Aug. 8, '62; mustered out with company. Koon, Jacob, Pri., 20, Aug. 11, '62; died Feb. 17, *62, in General Hospital No. 2 at New Albany, Ind. Layman, Abraham, Pri. 21, Aug. 8, '62; mustered out with company Lemon, John, Pri., 18, Aug. 29, '62; died Aug. 11, '64, in 'private residence at Bellefonte, Ala. Lockhart, William, Pri., 18, Aug. 9. '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala , exchanged April 22, '66; on board steamer Sultana at time of explosion, April 27, '65, mustered out May 20 , *65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. McClay, William, Pri., 19, Aug. 16, '62; mustered out with company McCrory, John, Pri., 18, Aug. 20, '62; mustered out with company lVicKinney,Edward,,Pri.23Aug.22, '62; musneredout|with company Mackey, William, Pri., 20, Aug. 22, '62; died April 28, '63, in Post Hospital, at Clardsville, Tenn. Menser, Samuel, Pri., 18, Aug. 13, i62; died April 29, '64. in hospl- Miller, William A., Pri., 19, Dec, 31, '63; transferred to Co. G, 189th O. V. L, July 12, '65. Moore, Lemuel, Pri., 25, Aug. 17, '63; reduced from Corporal April 12. r6, mustered out May 25, '65, at Louisville, Ky., by order of War Department. Myers, John, Pri , 35, Aug. 11, '62; died March 10, '64, in hospital at Nashville, Tenn, Oldfied, Silas, Pri., 19, Aug. 18, '62; mustered out with compary. Oyster, Daniel, Pri., 28, Aug. 2, '62; transferred to Co. I, 120th O. V. I, Aug. 13, '62. Oyster, Simon, Pri., 18, Aug. 21, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by-explo- sion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Painter, Edwin, Pri., 22, Aug. 22, '62; mustered out with company Painter, George, Pri., 20, Aug. 18, '62; discharged Jan. '63, at St. Mo., to enlisi in Mississippi Marine Brigade. Randall, Austin S., Pri., 34, Aug. 12, '62; reduced from Corporal July 11, '63; mustered out with company. 44 Rankin, Joshua, Pri. 18, Aug-. 17, '62; mustered out with company. Reever, Joseph H., Pri., 19, Aug. 13, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, inaction at Athens. Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 28, '65 at Columbus, O., by order of vVar Department. Robinson, Samuel, Pri., 20, Aug-. 18, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Rowah, Daniel H. Pri., 18, Feb. 15, '64; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Sell, Levi, Pri., 23, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company. Shaffer, James, Pri., 29, Aug-. 22, '62; Died Nov. 15, '62, in hospital at New Albany, Ind. Shearer, Jonathan R., Pri., 21, Feb. 15, '64; mustered out July 24, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Shiner, Obadiah, Pri., 21, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company Simmons, Thomas J., Pri., 22, Aug. 11, '62; died Oct. 2, '62, in hospital at Cincinnati, O. Snyder, Peter, Jr. Pri. 31, Aug-. 11, '62; mustered out with company Staley George W. Pri., 31, Aug. 12, '62; discharged Feb. 27, '63, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Stevens, Henry, Pri., 26, Aug. 16, '62; died Aprils, '63, in Post Hospital at Clarksville, Tenn. Stone, John F., Pri., 18, Feb. 15, '64; wounded Oct. 28, '64. in bat- tle at Decatur, Ala.; mustered out May 30, '65; at Camp Denni- son, O., by order of War Department, Stuff, B'rederick, Pri., 23, Aug-. 22, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens. Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Swank, Daniel L., Pri. 21, Aug-. 11, '62; appointed Corporal Aug, 1, 'b3; reduced May 17, '64; died Jan. 7, '65, on floating hospital Ohio, at New Albany, Ind. Swank, Elias L., Pri., 19, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company Teeter, Peter, PH., 22, Aug. 11, '62, furloughed to Sept. 25, '62; no further record found Thompson, Miles J., -Pri. 17, Aug.'29, '62; wounded Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala , discharged Aug-. 11, '()5, at Tripler U. S. General Hospital, Columns, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disa- bility. Thompson, Samuel P., Pri., 27, Aug. 12, '62; mustered out with pany. Traxler, Heman S., Pri., 22, Aug. 12, '62; reduced from Corporal March 24, '63, killed Sept, 24, '64; in action at Athens, Ala. Traxler, Lester, Pri., 27, Aug. 12. '62; mustered out May 27, '65, at Camp Dennison, O., by order of War Department, 45 Tarres, George, Pri.,20, Aug-. 8, '62; mustered out with company. Tressel, Leonard, Pri., 18, Aug-. 22, '62; transferred to Co. I, 120th O. V. L, Sept. 4, '62. Van Buskirk, Samuel, Pri., 25, Aug. 6, '62; mustered out June 13, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of vVar Department. Walker, James W., Pri., 27, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company Walters, Leonard B., Pri., 18, Aug. 20, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Wheeler, Daniel, Pri. 17, Aug. 22, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Whitten, Samuel P., Pri., 21, Aug. 1, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Willis, William W., Pri., 29, Aug. 22, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, inaction at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Wolford, Oliver S. Pri. 33, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company Wolford, Samuel D., Pri., 25, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out June 1, '65, at Louisville, Ky., by order of War Department. Wolford, William H., Pri., 29, Aug. 11. '62; no further record found Worley, George, Pri., 23, Aug. 12, '62; mustered out with company Yeisley, William; Pri., 19 Aug. 13, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Alfred Dunlap, Cook, 18, May 25, '63; colored under-cook, mustered out June 30, '65, as supernumerary. Squire Bradley, Cook, 32, May 25, '63; colored under-cook. COMPANY F. Mustered in Sept. 6, 1862, at Covington, Ky., by P. H. Breslin, Captain 18th Infantry, U. S. A. Mustered out June 30, 1865. at Nashville, Tenn., by John T. Morris, Captain and A. C. M. 1st Division 4th Army Corps. John W. Siout, Captain, 24, July 23, '62; resigned Jan. 19, '63, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Harrison H. Rowe, Captain, 23, July 23, '62; promoted from 2d Lieutenant, Jan. 19, '63; on detached service as Act. Inspector General 1st Brigade, Rosseau's Division, Feb. 11, '64; mustered out with company. 46 Simon B. Kinton, 1st Lieutenant, 55, July 23, '62; appointed July 28, '62; resigned Dec, 22, '02, on Surgeon's certificate of disability Silas B, Johnston, 1st Lieutenant, 25, Aug. 1 '62; promoted from 1st Sergeant Dec. 22, '62; mustered out with company. Robert Sands, 2d Lieutenant, 27, July 24, '62; promoted from ist Sergeant Jan. 19, '63, to 1st Lieutenant Co. A, to date Sept. 8, '64. John C. Duncan, 2d Lieutenant, 26, Aug. 5, '62; promoted from Ser- geant Major Sept. 8, '64; mustered out with company. James F. Hughes, 1st Sergeant, 23, July 29, '62; appointed from Sergeant Dec. 22, '62; mustered out with company. Henry A. Miller, Sergeant, 22, Aug, 6, '62; appointed from Corpo- ral, June 1, '64; mustered cut with company. John W. Robinson, Sergeant, 27, Aug. 6, '62; appointed Corporal, Feb. 28, ^63; Sergeant July 10, '64, mustered out with company. Rollin V. Bowers, Sergeant, 22, July 26, '62; appointed Corporal June 5, '63; Sergeant July 10. '64 mustered out with company. Isaac J. Bechtel, Sergeant, 22; Aug, 4, '62; appointed from Corporal Feb. 28, '63; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 10, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Francis M. Rowe, Corporal 21, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with com- pany. William Maple, Corporal, 25, Aug. 7, '62; discharged June 7, '64, at Columbus, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disabilty. Simon V. Carlin, Corporal 25, Aug. 7. '62; mustered out with com- pany. Peter M. Shaw, Corporal, 21, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Jacob Weiker, Corporal, 19, July 26, '62; appointed May 31, '64; mustered out with company. John Boyer, Corporal, 19, Aug. 6, '62; appointed June 7, '64; mus- tered out with company. Isaac N. Peppard, Corporal, 24, July 30, '62, appointed July 10, '64, musnered out with company. George Kerr, Corporal, 21, Aug. 8, '62; appointed May 30, '65; mus- tered out with company. John W. Baumgardner. Corporal, 18, Aug. 7, '62; appointed May 30, '65; mustered out with company. Charles B. Funk, Corporal, 25, July 29, '62; appointed Jan. 11, '64; mustered out May 30, '65, at Huntsville, Ala., by order of War Department, Jeremiah D. Miller, Musician, 23, Aug. 6, '62; promoted to Princi- pal Musician Aug. 7, '62; reduced to ranks Jan. 14, '63; mustered out to date June 30, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War De- partment. 47 Lewis C. Griffin, Musician, 20, Aug, 7, '62; discharg-ed Feb. 15, '64, at Camp Dennison, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Anderson, George, PH., 22. Aug. 6, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department Anderson, John McD., Pri., 20, Aug. 2, '62; mustered out with company. Barnard, Emory. Pri., 26, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company Barnard, Jacob S., Pri., 20, Aug. 6, 62; discharged May 1, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Bechtel, David W.,Pri., 19, Aug. 4, '62; mustered out with company Bechtel. George H., Pri., 20, Aug. 4, '62; discharged May 1. '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate ot disability. Bechtel, Tillman O.. Pri., 21, Aug. 4, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Biggs, Abraham, Pri., 19, Aug. 7, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, mustered out June 12, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Blessing, John H., Pri., 33, Aug. 5, '63; discharged July 4, '63 at Louisville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Boney, Smith, Pri., 21, July 31, '62; mustered out with company. Bortle, John, Pri., 26, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company. Boyer, Joseph C, Pri., 24, Aug. 6, '62; discharged Aug. 7, '64, at Nashville, Tenn., to accept commission in 12th Tennessee Cav- alry. Branstetter, Daniel, Pri. 23, Aug. 3, '62 mustered out with com- pany. Brown, John W., Pri., 21, Aug. 7, '62. Bunting, George W., Pri., 23, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out May 25, '65, at Columbus, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Carr, Joshua, Pri., 23, Jan. 8, '64; transferred to Co. B, 189th O. V, I., July 12, '65. Chapman, Joseph, Pri., 19, Aug. 6, 62; mustered out July 3, '65, at Columbus., O., by order of War Department. Chubb, Adam, Pri., 18, Aug. 5, *63; mustered out with company. Chubb, James, Pri., 18, Aug, 5, '62; mustered out with company. Christian, Nicholas, Pri. 28, Aug. 1, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Collier, John, W., Pri, 19, Aug. 1, '62; mustered out with company Conner, John R., Pri., 21, Aug. 7, '62; discharged Jan. 24, '63, at Louisville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Craven, William, Pri., 19, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company Disterheff , John C. Pri., 23, Aug. 7, '62; died Apr. 17. '63, at Clarks- ville, Tenn. 48 Foltz, Henry, Pri. 39, July 24, *G2; mustered out June 24, '65, at HuntsvlUe, Ala., by order of War Department. Forster, Thomas H., Pri., 18, July 28, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Fouch, Darius J. Pri. 18, Aug-, 1, '62; mustered out with company. Gallaway, John R., Pr., 18, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out to date June 30, '65, by order of War Department. Garrett, Alfred, Pri. 18, July 24, '62; mustered out with company. Gasser, Christian, Pri., 37, July 26, '62, mustered out with company Goodridge, Stephen M., Pri., 32, July 25, '62; appointed Sergeant from Corporal Jan. 11, '64; captured July 10, '64 at Coffey's Landing, Ala., killed by his captors about July 15, '64. Gray, John A., Pri., 33 Aug, 5, '62; mustered out with company. Harry, Augustus, Pri., 29, -Aug. 4, '62; transferred to Co. I, 11th Regiment Veteran Reserve Corps, April 10, '64; mustered out July 7, '65 at Plattsburg, N. Y., by order of War Department. Heatherington, Henry, Pri., 19, Jan. 31, '65, 1 year; transferred to Co. B, 189th O. V, I., July 12, '65. Henning, Jefferson, Pri. 20, Aug. 4, '62; mustered out with company Hessler, Charles H., Pri., 28, July 26, '62; reduced from Corporal June 5, '63; mustered out with company. Hook, Josiah. Pri., 26, Aug. 4. '62; mustered out with company. Houston, David R., Pri., 21, April 4, '64; transferred to Co. B, 189th O. V. L, July 12, '65. Hubler, Franklin, Pri., 18, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company Jackson, John G. Pri. 20, Aug. 8, '62; mustered out with company Jackson, Richard, Pri. 22, Aug-. 8, '62; mustered out with company Keeler, William, Pri., 18, Aug. 7, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Kerstetter, William J., Pri. 18, Dec. 21, '63, transferred to Co. K, Feb 28, '64. Kintner, Daniel, Pri., 23, Aug-. 8, '62; mustered out with company. Kramer, David, Pri., 25, July 29, '62; appointed. Sergeant, Aug. 18, '62; captured July 10, '64, at Coffey's Landing, Ala., killed by his captors about July 15, '64. Latimer, William, Pri., 18, Aug-. 4, 62, mustered out with company Lehman, Daniel, Pri., 18, Aug. 5, '62. mustered out June 29, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Lehman, Henry, Pri., 24, Aug. 4, '62; mustered out with company. Lerue, John H., Pri., 18, July 28, '62; mustered out with company. Lewis, Orlando D,. Pri., 18, Jan. 4, '64; mustered out May 14, '65, at Huntsville, Ala., by order of War Department. CAPTAIN ISAAC HARPSTER R Rr^OR O Captain Co. G, 102d O V. I.; enlisted July 23, 1862; a.ge 40; 3 years; resig^ned March 22, 1863, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certifi- cate of disability. I 49 McGifl&n, Andrew, Pri., 23. Aug. 4, '62; mustered out with company McMonigal, James, Pri., 44, Feb. 16, '64; died March 11, '65 in Holmes County, O. McMonigal, William H., Pri., 32, July 30, '62; promoted to Sergt. Major Aug. 18, '62. Markel, John, Pri., 21, July 25, '63; mustered out with company. Matthews, Charles R., Pri., 19, Aug. 6, '62; mustered out with company. Mentzer, Abel, Pri., 36, Aug. 4, '62; mustered out with company. Merkel, Orlando, Pri., 23,July 28, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 22, '65 at Camp Chase, O., by order of WarDepartment. Motin. Daniel, Pri., 24, July 31, '62; mustered out with company. Mower, Jacob, Pri., 32, Aug. 6, 62; mustered out with company. Mowrer, Jessiah, Pri., 39, Aug. 5, '62; died Dec. 21, '62, at Bowling Green, Ky. Musser, David, Pri., 34, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company. Patterson, Neal, Pri., 8, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company.} Prentiss, George A., Pri., 18, Aug. 28, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Radenbaugh, John, Pri., 32, July 30, '62; reduced from Sergeant Jan 11, '64; mustered out to date from June 30, '65, by order of War Department. Rffle, George W., Pri., 18, Jan. 11. '64; mustered out May 15, '65. at Huntsville, Ala., by order of War Department. Robison, Jacob H., Pri., 21, Aug. 7, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; paroled -; died April 8, '65, at Jeff- erson Barracks, Mo. Robison, James C, Pri. 30, Jan. 26, '64; transferred to Co. B. 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. Sabin, DeWitt C, Pri., 20, Aug. 5, '62; died Jan. 10, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky. Sabin, Isaac L., Pri. 19, Aug. 5, '62 mustered out with company. Saunders, Ignatius, Pri., 18, Aug. 5, 26; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus, O.. by order of War War Department. Senche, Frederick, Pri., 21, Aug. 4, '62; died Oct. 20, '65, at Deca- tur, Ala. Shepperly, George, Pri, 22, Aug. 8, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Shoup, Charles W., Pri., 18, Aug. 4, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. so Shoup, Samuel K., Pri., 21, Aug-. 4, '62; discharged March 1, '63, at Russell ville, Ky., on Surg-eon's certificate of disability.* Shreve, Richard T., Pri., 19, Jan. 11, 'G4; transferred to Co. B, 189rh O. V. I., July 12, '65. Sidle, Henry Pri., 21, Aug-. 6, '62; captured Sept, 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Smetzer, Andrew, Pri., 38, Jan. 26, '(>4; mustered out May 25, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Smetzer, Obed, Pri., 27, Aug-. 7, 62; mustered out with company. Smith, Jackson, Pri., 19, March 2, '62, 1 year; transferred to Co. B, 189fh O. V. I., July 12, '65. Smith, Oliver P., Pri. 18, Aug-, 4, '62; died March 6, '65, at Hunts- ville, Ala. Snyder, Henry, Pr., 32, Aug-. 7, '62; mustered out with company. Stahl, Joseph, -Pri., 37, Aug, 7, '62; died March 24, '64, at Nash- ville, Tenn. Stine, David G., Pri., 23, -Aug. 7, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Swartz, Thomas, Pri. 18, July 28, '62; mustered out May 14, '65, at HuQtsville, Ala., by order of War Departm^n!:. Torbett, Robert, Pri., 19, Aug. 5, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 22, '65. Wadsworth, Samuel B., Pri , 36, Aug. 6. '62; mustered in as Wag- oner; mustered out with company. Weiker, William, Pri., 18, July 26, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 19, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Winkler, David, Pri. 19, March 2, '65, 1 year; transferred to Co. B, 189th O. V. L, July 12, '65. Winkler, James J., Pri., 19, Aug. 7, '62; died July 12, '65, at Post Hospital, Huntsville, Ala. Wise, John N., Pri., 23, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with company. Yost, Michael, Pri., 23, Aug. 6, '62; transferred to Co. A, 8th Regiment Veteran Reserve Corps, — ; mustered out July 2, '65. at Camp Douglas, Chicago, 111., by order of War Department. William Wilson, Cook, Sept. 25, '63; colored under-cook. 51 COMPANY G. Mustered in Sept. 6, 1862, at Covington, Ky., by P. H. Breslin, Captain 18th Infantry, U. S. A. Mustered out June 30, 1865. at Nashville, Tenn., by John T. Morris, Captain and A. C. M. 1st Division 4th Army Corps. Isaac Harpst.er, Captain, 40, July 23, '62; resigned March 23, '63, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Aaron Waits, Captain, 41, July 23, '62; promoted to 1st Lieutenant from 2d Lieutenant Dec. 19, '62; Captain to date March 19, '63; mustered out with company. James H. VanBrocklin, 1st Lieutenant, 43, July 23, '62; resigned Dec. 19, '62, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Isaac C. Martin, 1st Lieutenant. 37, July 28, '62; promoted to 2d Lieutenant from 1st Sergeant Dec. 19, '62; to 1st Lieutenant May 19, '63; mustered out with company, Thomas B. Bird, 2d Lieutenant, -20, Aug. 11, '62; promoted from Sergeant, Dec. 1, '63; mustered out with company. William McClure, 1st Sergeant, 33, July 30, '62; appointed from Sergeant Dec. 19, '63; mustered out with company. William Hoyman, Sergeant, 25, Aug. 8, '62; mustered out with company. Andrew J. Porter, Sergeant, 34, July 31, '62; appointed from Cor- poral Dec. 19, '62, discharged Feb. 7, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky. David Hites, Sergeant, 34, Aug, 11, '62; appointed from Corporal, April 2, '64; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; ex- changed April 22, '65; mustered out May 24, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of iiVar Department. Joseph R., Harris, Sergeant, 25, Aug. 14, '62; appointed from Cor- May 14, '64; mustered out with company. William Fox, Sergeant, 38, Aug. 14, '62; discharged April 2, '64 at Nashville, Tenn , on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Jarob Lenocker, Sergeant, 22, July 28, '62; appointed from Corpo- ral Feb. 5, '63; mustered out with company. Pliny M. Hoagland, Corporal, 18, July 28, '62; died Dec. 28, '62, at Louisivlle, Ky. Joseph A. Harris, Corporal, 28, Aug. 14, '62; discharged Jan. 9, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky. David Allison. Corporal, 34, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with com- pany. David Williams, Corporal, 25, Aug. 11, '62; appointed Jan. 5, *63; mustered out with company. Elijah Wallick, Corporal, 31, -Aug. 9, '62; appointed Dec. 19, '62; captued Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 19, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. 52 Squire Frazier, Corporal, 35, Aug-. 8, '62; appointed Feb. 5, '63; cap- tured Sept. 24, '(.4, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 19, '65 at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. William K. Duer, Corporal, 23, Aug. 12, '62; appointed May 1, '64, mustered out with company. William Moore, Corporal, 25, Aug. 13 '62; appointed Nov. 1, *64; mustered out with company. Dixon W. Jones, Corporal, 43, July 28, *G2; captured Sept, 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, 'G5; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Harrison Hague, Corporal, 21, Aug. 11, '62; also borne on rolls as Isaac H. Hague; appointed Dec. — , '62; mustered out May 30, '65, at Huntsville; Ala.,iby order of War Department. John F. Hudson, Corporal. 19, Aug. 13, '02; appointed Dec. 19, 'G2, promoted to Sergt. Major Nov. 1, '64. Alban, Joseph P., Pri., 22, Aug. 6, '62; also borne on rolls as James P. Alban mustered out May May 19, '65, at Huntsville, Ala., by order of War Department. Albright, Felix D., Pri., 19, Aug. 6, '63; mustered out with company Albright, Oliver H. Pri., 22, Aug-. 6, 62; mustered out with company Arnold, John, Pri. 19, Aug, 14, '62; mustered oat with company. Beall, Cornelius, Pri., 22,§Aug. 8, '62; discharged Jan. 6, '63 at Bowling Green, K., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Beatty, William L., Pri., 18, Aug, 13, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Bell, Henry H., Pri., 23, Aug. 13, '62; reduced from Corporal , mustered out with company. Bell, Russell H., Pri., 28, Aug. 14, '62; discharged Jan. 10, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Bell, Samuel, Pri , 36, Aug. 9, '62; mustered out with company. Black, George A., Pri., 28, Aug. 13, '62; discharged Dec. 20, '62, at Louisville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Booth, Erceldoun, Pri., 19, Aug. 13, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Bowser, Chasteen, Pri., 20, Feb. 25, '64, also borne on rolls as Christian Bowser, mustered out July 20, '65, at Louisville, Ky., by order of War Department. Brown, John G., Pri., 20, Aug-. 26, '62; mustered out with company Casey, John, Pri. 21, Aug. 6, '62, mustered out with company. Chapman, Thomas, Pri., 40, July 28, '62, discharged Feb. 1, '63 at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. S3 Cordray, Samuel, Pri., 33, July 29, '62; transferred to Co. H, IGth Regiment Veteran Reserve Corps, April 15, 64, mustered out July 5, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. CuUen, Matthias, Pri., 35, Aug. 4, '62; mustered out with company. Davidson, Joseph Pri., 18, Feb. 14, '62; transferred to Co. E, 189th O. V. I , July 12, '65. Davidson, William A., Pri., 20, Aug. 14, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Derringer, David, Pri., 25, Aug. 6, '62. Durbin, Elisha, Pri., 44, Aug. 5, '62; discharged May 5, *63, at Columbus, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Englehart George, Pri., 19, Aug. 11, '62 mustered out with com- pany. Evans, Samuel, Pri. 32, Aug. 16, '62; rejected by examining Sur- geon. Fetrovv, Andrew J., Pri., 30, Aug. 13, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Finley, Robert, Pri., 18, Feb. 22, '64; transferred to Co. E, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. Flack, Robert J., Pri., 27, Aug. 9, '62; mustered out May 19, '65, at Nashville, Tenn., by order of War Department. Fox, John W., Pri., 26, Aug. 14, '62; mustered out with company. Graefe Theodore, Pri., 22, Feb. 22, '64; transferred, to Co. E, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. Griffin, Elijah, Pri., 20, Dee. 12, '63; transferred to Co. K, 189th O. V. I., July 12. '65. Hanna, John F., Pri. 19, Aug. 13, '62; mustered out with company. lianna, Robert Mac, Pri., 18, Feb. 23, '64; transferred to Co. E, 189th O. V. L, July 12, '65. Harbaugh, James, Pri., 19, Aug. 13, '62; rejected by examining Surgeon. Harris, Isaac, Pri., 23, Aug. 12, 62, mustered out with company. Harris, James Mc, Pri., 27, Aug. 14, '62; died Jan. 26, '65, at De- catur, Ala. Harris, Jonathan A., Pri., 27, Aug. 14, '62; mustered out June 29, '65, at Calumbus. O., by order of War Department. Harrison, Thomas B., Pri., 37, Feb. 27, '64; mustered out June 26, 'b5, at Louisbiile, Ky., by order of War Department. Haynes, James, Pri., 36, Aug, 12, '62; discharged Aug. 21, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Henderson, Samuel, Pri. 24, Feb. 23, '64; mustered out March 13, '65. at Decatur, Ala., by order of War Department. Highshew, William, Pri., 18, Aug. 11, '62; rejected by examining Surgeon. Hoffer, Jacob P., Pri., 18, Feb, 23, '64; transferred to Co. E, 1891h O. V. I., July 12, '65. 54 Holderbaum, John W., Pri., 18, Aug. 31, '64, 1 year; mustered out June 12, '65, at Columbus, O.. by order of War Department. ^ Homer, Benjamin F., Pri,, 26, Aug. 26, '62; mustered out with company. Ing-raham, Elbert O,, Pri. 32, Aug-. 7, '62; also borne on rolls as Albert O. Ingham. Justice, Adam, 'Pri., 18, Aug. 5, '62; rejected by examining Sur- geon. Kelly, Charles, Pri., 47, Aug. 6, 62; rejected by examining Sur- geon. Korns, Silas W., Pri., 19, Aug. 14, '62; mustered out with company Kron, Jacob, PH., 19, Feb. 25. '65; transferred to Co. E. 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. Lautenslager, Leonard, Pri, 21, Aug. 18, '62; died Nov 24, '62, ac Bowling Green, Ky., Leighland, Daniel, Pri, 24, Aug. 9, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; died April 3. '65, on hospital boat. Lewis, Alfred- J., Pri., 19, Aug. 6, '62; mustered with out company Lightfoot, George W., Pri., 19. Aug. 8 '(>2; transferred to Co. H, 120th O. V. I., Aug. 8, '62. Lisle, James, Pri. ,[28, Aug. 15, '62; discharged Jan. 20, '63, at Bowl- ing Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Ling, Charles M., Pri., 33, Aug. 4, '62; died Dec. 11, '62, at Bowl- ing Green, Ky. Livingston, David, Pri., 37, Aug. 13> '62; mustered out with com- pany. Ludlow, Amos B., Pri., 23, Aug. 14, '62; died Dec. 23, '62, at Bowl- ing Green, Ky. McClurg, Hamilton, Pri., 23, Aug.^14, 62; promoted Hospital Stew- ard May 7, '63. McKee, Henry B., Pri. 21, Aug, 15, '62; died Dec. 3, '62, at Bowl- ing Green, Ky. Marietta, Jonathan, P., Pri., 27, Aug. 16 '62; mustered out with company. Marteeney, Isaac, Pri.,37, Aug, 7, '62; discharged Feb. 2, '63, at Bowling Green. Ky., on Surgeon's certficate of disabilty. Martin, Charles B.Pri. 36, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company Martin, Frank H., Pri., 18, Feb. 23, '64; transferred to Co. E, 189th O. V. L, July 12, '65. Martin, John A., Pri., 44, Aug. 15, '62; discharged March 2, '64, at Clarksville, Tenn. Martin, Lewis C, Pri. 18, Feb. 23, '64; mustered out May 30, '65' at Huntsville, Ala., by order of War Department. Martin, Robert W., Pri., July 31, '62; mustered out with company. 55 Melott, Sylvester, C, Pri., 18; Aug. 15, '62; mustered in as Musi- cian; died Jan. 9, '63, at Russellville, Ky. Molebash, JosepU Pri., 26, Aug. 31, '62; died Not. 19, '62, at Bowl- ing Green, Ky. Morris, Benjamin F., Pri. 28, Feb. 23. '64; mustered out July 24, '65 at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Mowrey, James, Pri., 37, Aug. 27, '62; discharged Nov. 5, '63, at Columbus, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Mullett, John, Pri., 29, July 29,''62;. captured Sept 24, '64, in action at Athens,iAla.; died Oct. 25, '64, in Rebel Prison at Cahaba, Ala. Painter, Alfred C, Pri., 19, Aug. 6, 62; discharged Jan. 31, '63, at Louisville, Ky , on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Perkey, Benjamin F., Pri., 20, Aug. 13, '62; died Feb. 2, '63, at Louisville, Ky. Ports, Charles, Pri., 18, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with company. Powelson, Louis, Pri., 28, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out May 15, '65 at Huntsville, Ala., by order of War-Department. Price, Simon P., Pri., 18, Aug. 15, '62; captured Sept, 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Bennington, Lucius, Pri., 42, Feb. 22, '64; captured Sept. 24, '64 in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; died June 7, '65, at U. S. General Hospital, Jefferson Barracks, Mo, Reynolds, Wilson, Pri.; 18, Aug. 26, '62, died Feb. 6, '63, at Clarks- ville, Tenn. Rose, Jacob S., Pri., 18, Aug. 16, '62; captured Sept. 24, *64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala. exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explo sion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Rowe, Cornelius, Pri., 21, Aug. 16, '62. Shrader, John, Pri., 19, Aug. 14, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explo- sion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Shaw, Samuel, Pri., 18, |Aug. 1, '62; discharged Feb. 11, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Shilts, Henry, Pri., 35, Aug. 6, '62; mustered out with company. Shultz, George G., Pri., 18, Aug. 31, '64; mustered out with company Sleggle, Ezra K., Pri., 22, Aug. 14, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Smith, Charles O., Pri., 18, Feb. 23, '64; transferred to Co. F, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. 56 Smith, Henry H., Pri., 44, July 24, '62; died Nov, 7, '62, at Bowlings Green, Ky. Smith, William, Pri. 21, Feb. 23, '64; transferred to Co. E, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. Sowers, John, Pri., 44, Aug. 15, '62; never mustered. Spitler, Wesley, Pri., 18, Feb. 23, '64, mustered out June 28, '65, at Louisville, Ky., by order of iVar Department. Stephens, Samuel, Pri.28, July 14,'62; captured Sept, 24, '64, in action at Athens. Ala., exchang-ed April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. April 27, '65. Strone, Jacob J., Pri., 18, Aug. 16, '62; rejected by examining Sur- geon. Strone, Joseph, Pri., 20, Aug. 16, '62; mustered out May 17, '65, at Stevenson, Ala. by order of War Department. Swoveland, Jacob, Pri., 23, Aug. 7, '62; rejected by examining Surgeon. Taylor, Harvey R., Pri., 21, Aug. 15, '62; killed Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala. Tetters, Washington, Pri., 24, Aug. 12, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64. in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 19, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Thomas, Joseph, Pri., 27, Aug. 14, '62, rejected by examining geon. Tidball, James W.. Pri., 24, July 26, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Traster, Samuel, Pri., 24, Aug. 10, '62; discharged Dec. 10, '62, at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Trussel, Isaac, Pri., 42, Feb. 23, '64; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., died March 3, '65, at Selma, Ala. Vance, Isaac W., Pri.. 27, Aug. 26, '62; discharged April 10, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Wachtel, Henry H., Pri., 22, Sept. 1, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, inaction at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 29, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Wallace, William H., Pri., 32, Jan. 4, '64; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus, O.. by order of War Department. Wallick, David H., Pri., 30, Aug. 9, '62; mustered out with company Warner, Michael, Pri., 43, Aug. 13, '64; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; died March 17, '65, in Rebel Prison at An- dersonville, Ga. White, William, Pri., 22, Aug. 9, '62; mustered out with company. Williams, Isaac, Pri. 22, Aug. 15, '62; rejected by examining Sur- geon. JONAS D. ELLIOTT R Fr^OR O Captain. Co. H, 102d O. V. I.; enlisted July 23, 1862 a^e 22; 3 j^ears; promoted to Major March 6. lS(i3; Lieut. Colonel April 23, 1864; died Oct 13. 1864. of wounds received Sept. 21. 1864. in action at Athens. .\la. 57 Williams. John H., Pri., 27, Aug. 8, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., died April 21, '65, at St. Louis, Mo. Williams, Martin, Pri., 28, Aug. 11, '62; captured Sept. '24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 19, '65 at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Williams, Thomas, Pri., 21, Aug. 11, '62; rejected by examining Surgeon. Winterbottom, William, S. Pri., 32, Aug. 12, '62; mustered out to date June 30, '65, by order of War Department. Woodruft, Isaac, Pri., 24, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Young, Hiram, Pri., 38, Aug. 15, '62; rejected by examining Sur- geon. John Baker, Cook, 21, May 13, '63; mustered out June 30, '65, as supernumerary. Henry Herring, Cook, 30, May 13, '63; died April 12, 1864, at Nash- ville, Tenn. COMPANY H. Mustered in Sept. (J, 1862, at Coving-ton, Ky., by P. H. Breslin, Captain 18th Infantry, U. S. A. Mustered out June 30, 1865. at Nasiiville, Tenn., by John T. Morris, Captain and A. C. M. 1st I3ivision 4th Army Corps. Jonas D. Elliott, Captain, 22, July 23, '62; promoted to Major March 6, '63. Edward W. Bradley, Captain, 44, July 23, '62; promoted from 1st Lieutenant March 6, '63; mustered out with company. Eli A. Palmer, 1st Lieutenant, 21, Aug. 6, '62; promoted to 2d Lieutenant from 1st Sergeant Nov. 17, '62; 1st Lieutenant Mch. 6, '63; mustered out with company. James Mr.Nulty, 2d Lieutenant, 30, July 23, '62; resigned Nov. 17, '62. Patterson V. Wilkinson, 2d Lieutenant, 22, July 24, '62; appointed 1st Sergeant from Sergeant Nov, 17, '62; promoted to 2d Lieu- tenant April 17, '63; mustered out with company. Florien Giauque, 1st Sergeant, 19, Aug, 7, '62; appointed Sergeant from Corporal July 8, '63; 1st Sergeant June 1, '64; mustered iiut with company. Edsil Milhon, Sergeant, 31, July 31, '62; discharged Feb. 9, '63 at Russellville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. George W. Streby, Sergeant, 37, Aug. 5, '62; discharged Sept. 21, '64, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. 58 William H. Rose, Sergeant, 18, Aug. 2, '62; discharged Sept. 27, '62, at Louisville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disabilty. George W. Burdett. Sergeant. 21, July 24, '63; appointed Corporal Sept. 27, '62; Sergeant Aug, 25, '63; mustered out with company. John Johnston, Sergeant, 20, Aug. 8, '62; appointed from Corporal June 30, '64; mustered out with company. George W. Deatrick, Sergeant. 25, July 31, '62; appointed Carporal Sept. 27, '62, Sergeant Sept. 21, '64; mustered out with company. Michaels. Cramer, Sergeant, 25, July 31, '62; appointed from Cor- poral Nov. 17, '62; discharged May 2, '64, at Cincinnati, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. George W. Laughridge, Sergeant, 18, Aug, 6, '62; appointed 1st Ser- geant from Corporal June 1, '63; reduced to Sergeant June 1, '64, mustered out with company. William H. Mauk, Corporal, 24, July, 24, '62; appointed Jan. 13, '64, captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 19, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of vVar Department. Cyrus Lowry, Corporal, 22, Aug. 7, '62; appointed Jan. 13, '64; mustered out with company. George Brown, Corporal, 25, Aug. 8, '62; appointed June 30, '64; mustered out with company. William C. Hutchison, Corporal, 21, Aug. '7, '62; appointed Sept. 21, '64; mustered out with company. Thomas J. Longsdorf, Corporal, 18, Feb. 25, '64; appointedMay 1, '65; mustered out July 12, '65, at Huntsville, Ala., as supernu- merary. George S. Hutchison; Corporal, 18, Feb. 25, '64; appointed May 1, '65; mustered out July 12, '65, at Huntsville, Ala., as supernu- merary. Truman L. Firestone, Corporal, 18, April 4, '64; appointed May 1, '65; mustered out July 12, '65. at Huntsville, Ala., as supernu- merary. John C. Hall, Corporal, 22, Feb. 28, '65. appointed May 1, '65, mus- out July 12, '65, at Huntsville, Ala., as supernumerary. Jonas Huntsberger, Corporal, 21, Aug. 8, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65. perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. April 27, '65. Benjamin Musser, Corporal, 19, Aug. 6, '62; captured Sept, 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Gideon Harrington, Corporal, 32, Aug. 8, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn., April 27, '65. 59 Ammon, David, Pri., 34, Aug-. 8, '62; mustered out with company. Amsbaugh, Robert, Pri., 18, Aug-. 6, '62, died July 25, '63, at ClarKsville, Tenn. Bahl, Henry, Pri., 23, Aug. 8, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn,, April 27, '65. Baney, John, Pri.. 29, Aug. 8, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Bardon, Otto, Pri., 21, Aug. 8, '62; captured Sept. 24, '65, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Baughman, Joseph, Pri., 31, Aug. 8, '62; mustered out with company Black, Harris D., Pri., 22, Aug. 8, '62; discharged March 2, '64, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Bolus, John, Pri. 19, Feb. 28, '64; transferred to Co. G, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. Boon, Samuel C, Pri., 18, Aug. 5, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '64; mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Departm ent. Boon, David C. Pri., 19, Aug. 5, 62, discharged April 3, '63, at Lou- isville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Boon, William S., Pri., 18, Aug. 2, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. Brenizer, Amos, Pri., 18, Aug. 6, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Brenizer, David T., Pri., 43, Feb. 25, '64, 1 year; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Bricker, William, M., Pri., 18, Aug. 6, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65, mustered out June 12, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Brown, William L., Pri, 18, Aug. 7, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 19, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Burress, John J., Pri, 43, Feb. 27, '65, 1 year; transferred to Co. G, 189th O. V. I , July 12, '65. Campbell, Jacob, Pri., 18, Aug. 6, '62, discharged Jan. 9, '63, at Bowling; Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Christine, Harmon, Pri., 21. Aug. 7, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in 60 Danner, John, Pri., 19, Aug. 2, '63; mustered out with company. Banner, Rudolph, Pri., 18, Aug. 2, 62; mustered out with company. Dice, Archibald, H., Pri. 23, Feb, 28, '65, 1 year; transferred to Co. G, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. Dravenstott, Joseph, Pri., 19, Aug-. 7 '62; mustered out with com- pany. Duffey, John, Pri., 41, Aug, 6, '63; mustered out May 14, '65, at Huntsville, Ala., by order of War Department. Fitch, James, Pri. 46, July 28, '62; discharged April 10, '65, at Co- lumbus, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Fogleson, Schiller, Pri., 19, Aug. 8, '62; mustered out with company France, Otis B., Pri., 20, Aug. 8, '62; discharged Sept. 14, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Fry, James C, Pri., 20, Aug. 6, '62; discharged Feb. 20, '63, at Russellville; Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Geddel, John, Pri., 21, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with company. Green, James W, Pri.. 18, Aug. 6, '62; mustered out with company. Hamilton, Isaac A. Pri., 20, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with company Hamilton, Thomas S., Pri., 19, Aug. 8, '62; reduced from Corporal Jan. 11, '64; mustered out with company. Harrington, Solomon O., Pri., 48, Aug. 8, '62; mustered out May 30, '65 at Huntsville, Ala., by order of War Department. Heim, Alexander, Pri., 20, March 28, '64; captured Sept. 24, '64, at Athens; Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 10, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Howenstine, David, Pri. 18, Aug. 8, 62, mustered out with company Hunter, Isaac A., Pri., 23, July 31, '62; mustered out with company Hurting, David B., Pri., 28, Oct. 13, '64; transferred to Co. G, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65 Hurting, John, Pri., 18, Aug. 6, '62; died Dec. 14, '62, at Louisville. Hutchison, James, Pri., 31, Aug. 7, '62, mustered out with company Johnson, Alexander, Pri., 24. Aug. 8 '(>2; mustered as Musician. Keyser, Edmund, Pri,, 28, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company Kilgore, George S. Pri, 18, Aug. 2, '62; mustered out with company Knox, Robert M., Pri. 21, Aug. 8, '62; discharged Feb. 15, '64, at Nashville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability- Landis, Robert C, Pri., 28, Aug. 7, '62; mustered in as Wagoner, captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., died April 4, '65, on hospital steamer R. C. Wood. Longsdorf, Samuel M., Pri, 18, Aug. 6, '62; mustered out with company. Loop, Wilson S., Pri., 24, Oct. 12, '64; transferred lo Co. G, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. 61 Lower, Joseph, Pri., 22, Aug. 8, '62; died Jan. 8, '03, at Bowling Green, Kj. Lowry, John H.. Pri., 33, Oct. 13, '64; transferred to Co. G, 189th O. V. 1., July 12, '65. McAnaney, Hugh, Pri., 37, Aug. 9, '62; mustered out with company McAnaney, Patrick H., Pri., 19, Aug. 8, '62; reduced from Corpo- ral July 5, '62; mustered out with company. McCaughey, Thomas C, Pri. 21, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company. McMurray, Thomas, Pri. 21. Aug.6, '62; mustered out with compny Mann, Samuel, Pri., 27, Aug. 8, '62; mustered out with company. Mauk, John F., Pri., 18. Aug. 7, '62, discharged Feb. 4. '63. at Bowling Green, Ky.. on Surgeon's certificate of disabilty. Menuez, Vincent, Pri., 19, Aug. 2. '63; mustered out with company Menuez, Vincent A., Pri., Aug 11, '62; enlisted in I12th O. V. I., subsequently 63d O. V. I., from which mustered out as Com. Sergeant. Miller, James D., Pri., 18, Feb. 28, '64; transferred to Co. G, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. Miller, Perry, Pri.. 18, Aug. 8, '62; mustered out with company. Miller, William H. Pri. 20, Aug. 1, '62; mustered out with company O'Brien, Thomas. Pri., 18, Aug. 9, '62; discharged Dec. 12, '62, at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Peffer, Phillip, Pri., 42, Aug. 7. '02; discharged May 2, '64, at Rus- sellville, Ky. Peniz, David A. Pri. 22, Aug. 6, '62; mustered out with company. Phillips, Chailes, Pri., 43, Aug. 8, '62; mustered cut with company Porter, Harvey. Pri., 43, Aug. 5, '62; mustered out with company Reese, Jacob, Pri., 19, July 30, '62; discharged Feb. 4, '63, at Clarksville, 'I'enn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Reitz, Anthony, Pri.. 19, Aug. 8, '62, mustered out with company. Ridenour, Albertus, Pri. 18, Aug. 6,;'62; mustered out with company Sands, Hiram S., Pri., 18, Aug. 5, *62; discharged Feb. 2; discharged Feb, 12, '63. at Louisuille, Ky., on Surgeon's certiticate of disability. Movvery John, Pri.. 21, Aug. 7, 'h'i; mustered out June 29, '05, at Coluin t)us, O., by order of War Department. Mvers, Lewis H., Pri., 28, .\ug. 4, 't)2; reduced from Corporal Sept. b, '82; mustered out witticompanv. 67 Omweg, Christian, Pri.38, Oct. 18, '63; transferred to Co. Co. H, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. Oswald, George G., Pri.. 27, Aug. 11, '62, mustered out with com- pany, Peters, David S., Pri. 39,Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company. Phillips, Jefferson J., Pri., April 3, '65; transferred to Co. H, 189th O. V. I., July 12. '65. Randolph, Lee J., Pri., 27, Aug. 11, '62; reduced from 1st Sergeant ; discharged Not. 25, '62, on Surgeon's certificate of disabil- ity. Rhoads, Edward J., Pri., 18, April 3, *65/ transferred to Co. H, 189th O. V. I,, July 12, '62. Rhoades, Emanuel, Pri., April 3, '65; transferred t« Co. H, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. Ricksecker, Alva C, Pri. ,17, April 11, '65; 1 year; transferred to Co. H, 189tn O. V. I., July 12, '65. Kutter, Levi, Pri., 18, Aug. 11, '62; discharged Feb. 4, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surseon's certificate of disability. Seacrest, Jacob, Pri., 23, Aug. 8, *62; mustered out with company. Sheckly, Jacob, Pri., 21, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company. Silvers, John H. Pri. 25, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company. Smith, Henry, Pri. 46, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company. Schmutz, George S., Pri., 16, Aug. 2, '62; captured Sest. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out May 30, *65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Smutz, John C, Pri., 22, Aug. 9, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 10, '65. at Camp Chnse, O., by order of War Department. Snowberger, Abraham, Pri., 19, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company. Strew, Pvrry, Pri., 27, Aug. 7, '62; mustered out with company. Ta^gart, Emmet F., Pri., 18, Feb. 17, '64; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, *65; transferred to Co. H, 189th O. V. I., Jane 29, '05. Vanmeter, Cur\is, Pri., 18, Aug. 6, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Vanmeter, John W., Pri., 18, Feb. 2, '65, 1 year; transferred to Co, H, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. Wagner, David F., Pri., 24, Aug. 4, '62; died Jan. 3, '65, at Hunts' zille, Ala., Warner, Squire P., Pri., 19, July 26, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Weltmore, Felix D., Pri., Aug. 2, *62; discharged Feb. 6, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. as Willouer, Henry, W., Pri.. 21, Aug. 11, '62, mustered out with company. Yeag-ley, Zedekiah, Pri., 18, Aug. 9, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Robert Clark, Cook, 28, May 20, '63; colored under-cook, mustered out June 30, '65, as supernumerary. Henry Wade, Cook, 21, June 7, '63; colored under-cook, mustered out June 30, '65, as supernumerary. COMPANY K. Mustered in Sept. C>, 1862, at Coviiij^ton, Ky.. by P. H. Breslin, Captain 18th Infantry, U. S. A. Mustered out June 30, 1865. at Nasiiville, Tenn., by John T. Morris, Captiin and A. C. M. 1st Division 4th Army Corps. John M. Sloan, Captain, 28, Aug. 2, '62; appointed Aug. 5, '62; mus- tered (jut with company. William A. Beer, 1st Lieutenant, 29, Julv 29, '62; promoted to Cap- tain Co. B. Nov. 26, '64. James P. Dougal, 1st Lieutenant, 25, Aug. 5, '62; promoted from 2d Lieutenant Co. D, April 8, '65; mustered out with company. Jerome Potter, 2d Lieutenant, 24, Aug. 8, '62; appointed Aug. 20, '62, Daniel W. Kagay. 1st Sergeant. 24, Aug 12, '62; died May 17, '64 at TuUahoma, Teiin. George C. McConnell, 1st Sergeant, 21, Aug. 15, '62; appointed from Sergeant — — ; promsted to 2d Lieutenant to date Dec. 1, '63, mustered out May 15, '65; at Loui>; niu^iered out with eompain. J )ha Wolf, Sergeant. 23. Awj;. 13, '62; a{)p >iiited Corporal Aug. 29. '0'>\ S.'rj-eaat June I, '65; iiiustered out \\\iU company. 69 Michael H. Sprinkle, Sergeant, 21. Aug. 10, '62; appointed from Corporal ; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus, O., by order of War Department. David R, Crane, Corporal, 18, Aug. 14, '62; died Feb. 6, '64, at Nashville, Tenn. Wilson A. Fast, Corporal, 19, Aug. 17, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, A.la., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus, O., by order ot War Department. Watson H. Anderson, Corporal, 18, Aug. 15, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; died April 7, '65, at Jefferson Barracks, Mo. James M. Campbell, Corporal, 29, Aug. 12, '62; transferred to Stokes' Tennessee Battery Dec. 1, '62. William Motter, Corporal, 23, Aug. 12, '62; discharged Aug. 26, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate o: disability. Benjamin T. Ross, Corporal, 24, Aug. 14, '62; appointed Feb. IS '64; mustered cut with company. , Henry Brady, Corporal, 36, Aug. 13, '62; appointed July 1, '64; mustered out with company. William F. Silance, Corporal, 18, Aug. 12, '62; appointed Nov. 1, '64; mustered out with company. John Tracy, Corporal, 19, Aug. 22, '62; appointed June 1, '65; mustered out with company. Joseph Stofer, Corporal, 18, Aug. 15, '62; appointed June, 1, '65; mustered out with company. James Walker, Corporal, 35. Aug. 8, '62; appointed June 1, '65; mustered out with company. James R. Gibson, Corporal, 34, Aug. 15, '62, appointed July 14, '63, died Oct. 9, '64, at Decatur, Ala. Jasper N. Sbaver, Corporal, 20, Aug. 14, "62; discharged Aug, 27, '63, at Clarivsviile, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Al-ber»on, Robert W., Pri., 31, Aug. 11 '62; mustered in as Corpo- ral; discharged as private May 23, '63, at Clarksville, i'enn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Baker, John Pri., 32, Aug. 15, "62; mustered out with company. Baker, William A., Pri., 18, Aug. 13, '62; discharged lor minority, Bechtel, Joseph, B., Pri. 19, Aug. 15, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., died April 11, '65, at McPherson General Hospital, Vicksburg, Miss. Beck, William, Pri. 17, Aug. 15, '62; died June 29, 't34, at Tullaho- ma, Tenn. Berry, Robert J.. Pri., 18, Dec. 21, '63; transferred to Co. K, 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. Bowlby, George W., Pri. 20, Aug^. 14, '62; died Jan. 5, '63, at Bovvl- ing Green, Ky. 70 Boyer, Isaac, Pri., 21, Aug^. 14, '62; died Feb. 24, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn. Bryan, John F., Pri., 18, Aug. 21, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 12, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Budd Caleb, Pri., 19, Aug. 22, '62; died Jan. 21, '64, at Nashville, Tenn. Bulhand, Elijah, Pri., 32, Aug. 13, '62; discharged Jan, 19, '63. at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Bunt, Henry W., Pri., 32, Aug. 22, '62; died Dec. 7, '62, at Bowling Green, Ky. Burnside, Robert, Pri., 18, Dec. 21, '63; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, 65; mustered out May 20, '65, at Columbus; O., by order of War Department. Carney George B., Pri., 3S, Aug. 11, '62; discharged Dec. 9, '62, at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Cassel, John, Pri., 22, Aug. 14, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Cook, Andrew N., Pri. 27, Aug. 14, 62, Cyle, Elias, Pri., 22, Aug. 22, '62; mustered out with company. Doll, John, Pri., 30, Aug. 4, 62; mustered out with company. Donley, Thomas, Pri., 36, Aug. 14, '62; discharged May 30, '65, at Huntsville, Ala., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Ely, Jacob, Pri. 32, Aug. 11, '62; died June 1, '65. at Huntsville, Ala. Dunlap, Alexander, Pri. 24, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with company Fast, Isaac, Pri., 36, Aug. 15, '62; discharged Jan. 21, '63, at Bowl- ing Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Gordon, Andrew, Pri., 18, Aug. 19, '62, died April 9, '64, at Nash- ville, Tenn. Grubaugh, Isaac, Pri., 19, Aug. 19, '62; died June 28, '63, at Clarks- ville, Tenn. Hartman, John F., Pri., 21, Aug 14, *62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn., A^->ril 27, '65. Herrington, James E., Pri., 18, Aug. 28, '64; killed Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala. Holtzman, Jacob B., Pri. 27, Aug. 12, '62; died, Jan. 19, '63, at Rus- sellville, Ky. Hoover, Josiah, Pri., 28, Aug. 12, '62; discharged Feb. 13, '64, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Imhofif, John F., Pri., 21, Aug. 15, '62; died Dec. 29, '62, at Bowling Green, Ky. 71 Johnson, Franklin, PH. 19, Feb. 23, '64. Kanauss, Charles F., Pri., 18, Aug. 12,' 62; mustered out with company, Kauffman, John F., Pri., 18, Aug-. 15, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 22, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Keller, Lorenzo, Pri., 21, Aug. 22, '62; mustered out with company Kerstetter, Samuel, Pri., 41, Aug. 22, '62; discharged March 14, "63, at Russellville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate ot disability. Kerstetter, William J., Pri., 18, Dec. 21, '63; transferred to Co, F. 189th O. V. I., July 12, '65. Kiplinger, David, Pri , 19, -Aug, 22, '62; mustered out with company Kissel. Jacob, Pri. 18, Aug. 19, '62; captured Sept, 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out with company. Lane, Luther N., Pri. 19, Aug. 8, '62; discharged Jan. 21, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Lee, James, Pri., 40, Aug, 22, '62; mustered out with company. Leidig, Martin V. B., Pri., 21, April 3. '65, 1 year; mustered out July 27, '65, at Camp Dennison, O., by order of War Department. Leidig, Reuben, Pri., 19, Aug. 14, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; perished by explo- sion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Lutz, Abraham, Pri., 19, Aug. 12, '62; mustered out with company. McKee, James H. Pri. 19, Aug. 19, '62; mustered out with company. Marsh, Aretas, Pri., 20, Aug. 5, '62; died Feb. 20, '63, at Clarks- ville, Tenn. Mitchell, Aaron, Pri., 18, Aug. 12, 62; mustered out with company. Moore, Jacob, Pri., 42, Aug. 13, '62; mustered out with company. Motter, Charles, Pri., 25, Aug. 11, '62; mustered out with company. Motter,- John, Pn., 18, Aug. 12, '62; mustered out with company. Murray, Hugh, Pri., 36, Aug. 14, '62 mustered out with company. Myers, John D., Pri., 19, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with C(»mpany Myers, Henry, Pri. 24, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with company. Myers, Peter J., Pri. 26, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with company- Norris, Elmer Y., Pri., 27, Aug 10, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala., dic^d March 25, '65, in Rebel Pi isun ai An- dersonviUe. Ga. Ogden, Charles P. Pri. 32, Aug. 8, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac - tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22. '65; perished by explo- sion of steamer Sultana on Missi.ssippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 22, "65. Phillips, Solomon. Pri., 21, Aug. 13, '62; discharged Jan. 25, ' 63, at Bowling Grten, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. 72 Power, Chandler, Pri., 16, Aug. 10, '62; mustered in as Mmsician; musteren out with company. Rice, Calvin C, Pri., 28, Aug. 12, '62; Tiustered out with company. Riddick, Wesley, Pri. 20, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with compny. Robinson, Henry, Pri. 20, Aug-. 15, '62; mustered out with company Romine, John, Pri., 18, Aug. 15, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; died May 9, '65, at Jefferson Barracks, Mo. Rote, Jacob, Pri., 18, Dec 21, 63; transferred to Co. K, 189th O. V, I., July 13, '65. Ruckenfelder, EVederick, 26, Aug. 22, '62; died April 1, '64, at Nashville, Tenn. Rutan, Peter, Pri., 38, Aug. 21, '62; mustered out with company. Sattler, George P., Pri., 18, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Sattler, John, Pri., 20, Aug. 15, '62; died May 28, '63, at Clarksville, Tenn. Shultz, Annaas, Pri., 21, Aug. 12, '62; died Dec. 30, '62, at Bowling Green, Ky. Shultz. Josiah, Pri., 22, Aug. 8, '62; discharged Jan. 7, '63, at Bowl- ing Green, Ky,, on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Shutlz, Josiah A. Pri., 23, Aug. 12, '62; mustered out with company Signs, Samuel, Pri., 25, Aug. 13, '62; discharged Jan. 7, '64, at Clarksville, Tenn., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Singer, Jeremiah, Pri. 25, Aug. 12, 62, captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Smith, Henry, Pri., 18, Feb. 15, '64; captured Sept. 24, '64, in ac- tion at Athens, Ala., exchanged April 22, '65; mustered out June 19, '65, at Camp Chase, O., by order of War Department. Sprinkle, Amos, Pri., 25, Aug. 12, '62; discharged Jan. 21, '63, at Bowling, Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Starrett, Henry, Pri., 23, Aug. 15, 62; mustered out with company Stayman, Abraham, Pri., 55, Aug. 22, '62; discharged Feb. 9, '63, at Russelville, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Steinmetz, George, Pri., 18, Aug. 5, '62; captured Sept. 24, '64, in action at Athens, Ala.; exchanged April 22, '65; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn., April 27, '65. Stoner, Jacob, Pri., 20, Aug. 15, '62; mustered in as Wagoner; dis- charged July 21, '64, at Cleveland, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Topping, George H., Pri. 18, Sept 3, '(.2; discharged Jan. 7, '63, at Bowling Green, Ky., on Surgeon's certificate, of disability. I 73 ROLL OF HONOR 102nd Regiment Ohio Volunteers Infantry. Al^ire, Henry F.' Private Co. E, died Jan. 4, 1863; at Clarksville, Tenn.; buried at Nashville, Tenn. Amsbaug-h, Robert, Private Co. H; died July 25, 1863, at Clarks- ville, Tenn.; interred in section V, grave 200; buried at Nashville, Tenn. Anders, Job J., Sergeant Co, D, died Aug-. 27, 1864; at Bellefont, Ala. Interred in section P, grave 622. buried at Chattanooga, Tenn. Anderson, Watson H., Corporal Co. K; died April 7, 1865. In- terred in Jefferson Barracks Cemetery; buried at St, Louis, Mo. A.rnold, George W., Private Co. I; died March 22, 1863, at Clarks- ville, Tenn. Hurried at Nashville, Tenn. Arnold, John, Private Co. G; died Nov. 29, 1862, at Bowling Green, Ky. Interred in section N, grave 6'ZS. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Bahl, Henry, Private Co. H. died April 27, 1865; perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultrnna on Mississippi River, near Memphis Tenn. Bahn, Adam, Private Co. B, died April 27, 1865; perished by explo- sion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Baker, John, Privute Co. D, died April 27, 1865; perished by explo- sion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Baney, John, Private, Co. H, died April 27,1805; perished by explo- sion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Bardon, William, Private Co. I, died Aug. 17, 1865, at Clarksville, Tenn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn, Beal,Amos, Private Co. E, died April 27,1865; perished by explosion of Steamer Sultana on Mississipi River; near Memphis, Tenn. Beal, Jacob, Corporal Co. E, killed Sept. 24. 1864, in action at Athens, Ala. Interred in Stone Rever Cemetery, buried at Mur- freesboro, Tenn. Beck, William, Private Co. K, died June 29, 1864, at Tullahoma 73 Tenn. Interred in Stone River Cemetry , in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Bechtel, Joseph B., Private Co. K, died April 11, 18H5. Buried at Vick-sburg-, Miss. Berry, SanriUcl, Private Co. D, killed Sept. 34, 1864, in action at Athens, Ala. Interred in Stone River Cemetery at Murfreesboro, Tenn Bierly, Jacob, Corporal Co. E, died April 27, '65; perished by explo" sion of steamer Sultana on Mississipi River near Memphis, Tenn. Boiten, William E., Private Co. E, died March 22, 1863, at Russl- ville, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Bowlby, George W., Private Co. K, died Jan, 5, 1863, at Bowling Green, Ky. Interred in sec. N, grave 456, at Nashvitle, Tenn. Boyd, Stephen A., Private Co. B, died Feb. 22, 1864. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Boyer, Isaac, Private Co. K, died Feb. 24, 1863, at Clarksville,Tenn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Brenizer Amos, Private Co. H, died April 27, '65. Perished by ex- posion of steamer Sultana on Mississipi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Brenizer, David T., Private Co. H, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosihn of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Budd, Caleb, Private Co. K, died Jan. 21, 1864. Interred in sec- tion P, grave 522. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Bunt, Henry W., Private Co. K, died Dec. 7, 1862, at Bowling Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Burt, John A„ Private Co. D, died April 27, 1865. perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Carr, David, Sergeant Co. B, died Dec. 13, 1863. Interred in sec- tion 34, grave 277, Jefiferson Barracks Cemetery. St Louis, Mo. Cassel, John, Private Co. K, died April 27, '65. perished by ex" plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis' Tenn. Chamblin, Francis, Private Co, E, died April 26, 1823, at Clarks- yille, Tenn. Buried 'at Nashville, Tenn. Cook, Jacob, Corporal Co. H, died Nov. 21, 1862, at Bowling Green- Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Corts, Joseph B. F„ Sergeant Co. D, died A.iril 27, '65. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Couter, Ellas, Private Co. E, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississipi River near Memphis, Tenn. 74 Vanosdall, John, Pri., 28, Aug. 15, '62; mustered out with company Vanosdall, Simon B., Pri., 22, Aug. 22, 62; died Feb. 7, '64, at Nashville, Tenn. Walker. John, Pri., 36, Aug. 8, '62; mustered out with company. Wlicox, Chsrles, A., Pri., 19, Aug. 19, '62; mustered out with com- pany. Wolf, Joseph, Pri., 30, Aug. 14, '62; mustered out with company. Yoha, Benjamin, Pri., 23, Aug. 15, '62; discharged Jan. 21, '63, at Cincinnati, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Youngblood, Samuel, Pri. 20, Aug. 6, "62; died Aug. 2, '63, at Clarcsville, Tenn. Andrew Jackson, Cook, 18, May 6, '63; Colored under-cook, mus- tered out May 30, '65, as sudernumerary. Isham Taylor, Cook, 17, May 6, '63; colored under-cook; mustered out June 30, '65, as supernumerary. UNASSIGNKD RECRUITS. Bethley, George, Pri., 25, Aug. 22, '64, 1 year; no record subse- quent to Aug. 25, '64. Frase, Samuel, Pri. 23, Aug. 31, '64; 1 year; discharged Sept. 24 '64, at Todd Barracks, Columbus, O., on Surgeon's certificate of disability. Hor, Michael, Pri., 36, Feb. 28, '65; \ year; no record subsequent to enlistment. Johnson, William, Pri. 25, Sept. 23, '64, 1 year. McCave, William, Pri., 29, Feb. 11, *64. 3 years; no record subse- quent to Feb. 23, '64. McCormaack, Jsmes, Pri., 19, March 18, '64, 3 years; no record subsequent to March 22, '64. Potter, Jennisgs, Pri., 18, Sept, 13, '64, 1 year; no record subse- quent to Sept. 27, '64. Whittle, William, Pri,, 23, Sept. 33, '64, 1 year; no record subse- quent to enlistment, 76 Tenn. Interred in Sione Rirer Cemetery. Burried at Mur- freesburo, Tenn. Crane, David R., Corporal Co. K, died Feb. 6, 1864. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Crovsr, William, Corporal Co, H, died April 27, '65. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River near Memphis, Tenn. Cunningham. William, Private Co. H, died March 33, 1865. Killed in actional Decatur, Ala. Buried at Corinth, Miss. Cubbison, James C, Private, Co I, died Dec. 10, 1862 at Bowling Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Disterheff, John C, Private Co. F, died April 17, 1863, at Clarks- ville, Tenn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Divelbiss, John, Corporal Co. E, died April 27, 1865. Perished by exposion of steamer Sultana on Mississipi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Earich, William, Private Co. D, died April 37, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Ecker, David N., Private Co, B, died Oct. 3, 1863 st Clarksville, Tenn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Elders, Isaiah, Private Co. E, died May 26, 1863. Drowned in Cumberland River, at Clarksville, Tenn. Interred in sectian V, grave 176, Buried at Nashville, Tenn, Elliott, Jonas D., Lieut. Col. died Oct. 13, 1865, at Athens, Ala., of wounds received Sept. 24, 1864, in action, Interred in section K, grave 202, at Murfreesboro, Tenn Ely, Jscob, Private Co. K, died June 1, 1865, at Huntsville, Ala. Interred in section L, grave 513. in Chattanooga, Tenn. Fabra, David, Private Co. A, died April 27, 1865. Perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Faber, Willism H., Private Co. B, died Dec. 2, 1862, at Bowling Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Furguson. Levi, Private Co. D, died May 23, 1864, at Tullahoma, Tenn. Interred in Stone River Cemetery at Murfreesboro, Tenn. Fisher, Daniel, Jr., Private Co. B, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near. Mem- phis, Tenn. Flint. Lysander, Private Co. C, died April 27, '65. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Flory, Benjamin, Private Co. I, died Dec. 6, 1864. Buried at Nash- ville, Tenn. Geary, John, Corporal Co. C, died April 11, 1864. Buried at Nash- ville, Tenn. 77 Geiger, Joseph, Private Co. C, died May 10, 1864. Interred in sec- tion Q, grave 110, at Nashville, Tenn. Gibson, James B., Corporal Co. K, died Oct. 9, 1864, at Decatur, Ala. Buried at Corintti, Miss. Goodridge, Stephen M., Private Co. F, killed July 15, 1864, killed by Rebel guard while prisoner of war. Gordon, Andrew, Private Co. K, died April 9, 1864. Interred in section J, grave 72, Nashville, Tenn. Gresh. John, Private Co. B, died Feb, 27, 1865, Buried at Nash- ville, Tenn. Grice. David, Private Co. D, died April 27, 1965, Perished by ex- plosion ot steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Grubaugh, Isaac, Private Co, K, died June 28, 1863, at Clarksville, Tenn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Guard, James W., Private Co. A, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis. Tenn. Guib, Jacob, Private Co. A, died April 27, 1865. Perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River -near Memphis, Tenn. Hal), George L., Private Co. A, died A.iril 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Harnly, Manuel, private Co. D, died April 27, 1865. Perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River near Memphis, Tenn. Harrngton, Gideon, Corporal Co, H, died April 37, 1865. Perished by exposion of steamer Sultana on Mississipi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Harrington, James E., Private Co. K, killed Sept. 24, 1864, inaction at Athens, Ala. Interred in Stone River Cemetery Murfrees- buro, Tenn. Harris, James Mc, Private, Co G, died Jan. 26, 18G5, at Decatur, Ala. Buried at Corinth, Miss. Harsh. Sylvsnter D., Private Co. E, died April 7, 1863. at Clarks- ville, Tenn. Interred in section V, grave 184, st Nashville, Tenn. Hartman, John F., private Co. K, died April 27, 1865. Perished byexplosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Herring. William Cook, died April 12, 1864, at Nashville, Tenn. Hoagland, Pliny M., Corporal Co. G, died Dec. 28, 1862. Interred in Cave Hill Cemelery, Louisville, Ky. Holton, Philip L. Sergeant Co. E. died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosi(>nof steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. HoUzmna, Jacob B., Private Co, K, died Jan. 19, 1863, at Russel- vlile, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. 78 Hornburg-er, William C, 'Sergeant Co. C, died April 27, 1865. Per- ished by explosion of steamer Sultana onMississippi River, near Memphis Tenn. Hough, Edmond, Private Co. B, died Oct. 9, 1863, at Elk River, Tenn. Interred in Stone River Cemetery, at Murf reesboro, Tenn Hough, Lewis, Private Co. B, died July 2, 18t53 at Clarksville, Tenn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Huntsberger, Jonas, Corporal Co. H, died April 27, 1865. per- ished by explosion of steamer Sultanaon Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Hurting, John, Private Co. H, died Dec, 14, 1862. Interred in Cave Hill Cemetery, at Louisville, Ky. Imhoff, John F., Private Co. K, died Dec. 29, 1862, at Bowling Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Irons, Jacob, Corporal Co. E, died April 27, 1865- Perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Isch, Jacob, Private Co. A, drowned Dec, 31. 1864, in Tennessee River, at Decatur, Ala. Johns, Dixon W., Corporal Co. G. died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Jones, John, Private Co. A, died April 11. 1863, at Clarksville, Tenn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Judd, Henry, Private Co. I, died March 21, 1865, in Rebel Pris- on, Buried at Macon, Ga. Kagay. Daniel W., 1st Sergeant Co. K, died May 17, 1864, at Tul- lahoma, Tenn, Interred in Stone River Cemetery, at Murfrees- boro, Tenn. Kauffman, Daniel, Private Co. D, died Nov. 7, 1864, in Rebel Pris- on at Cah rba, Ala. Keeler, William, Private Co.F, died April 27, 1865. Perished by ex" plosion of Steamer Sultana on Mississipi River, near Memphis? Tenn. Keener, Christian, Private Co. B, died July 30, 1864, at Dodsonville, Ala. Buried at Chattanooga, Tenn. Keiffer, Eli J., Private Co. I, died Nov. 14, 1862, at Bowling Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Keller, Isaac, Private Co. E, died Nov. 26, 1862. Interred in Cave Hill Cemetery, at Louisville, Ky, Kennedy, David P., Sergeant Co. E, died March 15, 1865 at De- mopolis, Ala., while prisoner of vi^ar. Interred in section L, grave 566 at Marietta, Ga. Kestler, Joseph E, Private Co. I, died Jan, 9, 1863, at Bowling Green, Ky. Interred in section N, grave 291 at Nashville, Tenn. 79 Kilg-ore, Zimri, Private Co. A, died Feb. 27, 1863, at Clarksville, Ttnn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Kimmell, William C, Private Co, C. died Nov. 29, 1862, at Bowling- Green, Ky, Interred in section N, grave 630, at Nashville, Tenn. Koon, Jacob, Private, Co. E, died Dec. 17, 1862. Interred in sec- tion B, grave 1001, at Nashville, Tenn Kramer, David, Private Co. F, killed July 15, 1864, by Rebel guard while a prisoner of war. Krebbs, Henry, Corporal Co, B, died April 27, 1965. Perished by explosion ol steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Landis, Robert C, Private Co. H, died April 4. 1865, on hospital steamer R, C Wood. Interred in sectian 2, grave 193, Mississ- ippi River Cemetery, at Memphis, Tenn. Lantz, Jacob, Private Co. D, died Sept. 7, 1864. at Athens, Ala. In- terred in section M, grave 457, Stone River Cemetery, at Mur- freesboro, Tenn. Lautenslager, Leonard, Private Co. G, died Nov. 24, 1862, at Bowl- ing Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Leidig, Reuben, Paivate Co. K, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn, Leighland, Daniel, Private Co. G, died April 3, 1865, on hospital boat. Interred in section 2, grave 187, at Memphis. Tenn. Lemon, John, Private Co. E, died Aug. 11, 1864, at Bellefonte, Ala. Interred in section P, grave 623, at Chattanooga, Tenn. Ling, Charles M., Private Co. G, died Dec. 11, 1862, at Bowling Green. Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn, Lower, Joseph, Private Co. H, died Jan. 8, 1863, at Bowling Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Ludlow, Araos B., Private Co. G, died Dec. 23, 1862, at Bowling Green, Kv. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. McClargin, Hiram, Private Co. I, died March 10, 1863, at Clarks- ville, Tenn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. McCrea, John, Corporal Co. B, died April 27, '65. Perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. McCullough, John B., Private Co. A, died Feb. 23, 1823, at Clarks- ville, Tenn. Buried af Nashville, Tenn, McGinnis, Luther, Private Co. A, died April 27, 18(.5. Perished by explosioof steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. McGlaui>hlln, John B., Private Co. A. died Dec. 28, 1862, at Rus- sellvilie, Ky. Interred in section V, grave 65 at Nashville, Tenn. 80 Mcllvain, William, Private Co. C, died Nov. 29, 1862, at Bowling- Green, Ky. Interred in section N, grave 615, Nashville, Tenn. McKee, Henry B., Private Co. G, died Dec, 3, 1862, at Bowling Green, Ky. Interred in section N, grave 548, at Nashville, Tenn. McKelvey, Joseph, Private Co. I, died April 27, 1865, of injuries recieved by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River. Interred in section 2, grave 211, Mississippi River Cemetery at Memphis Tenn. MrMonigal, James, Private Co. F, died March 11, 1865. at home in Holmes Co , O. Mackey, William, Private Co. E, died April 28, 1863, at Clarksville, Tenn. Interred in section V, grave 177, at Nashville, Tenn. Manor, John W., Private Co. C, died Jan. 16, 1863, at Bowling Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Marsh, Aretas, Private Co. K, died Feb, 20, 1863, at Clarksville, Tenn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Matthews, Daniel, Private Co. D, died Dec. 16, 1862. Interred in Cave Hill Cemetery, at Louisville, Ky. Maxwell, William. Private Co. B, died Feb. 16, 1862, at Clarksville, Tenn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Meloit, Sylvester C, Private Co. G, died Jan. 9, 1863, at Russell- ville, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Menser, Samuel, Private Co. E, died April 29, 1864. Interred in section Q, grave 121, at Nashville, Tenn. Mercer, James M., Private Co. B, died April 27, 1805. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Merchand, Leander, Private Co A, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Mitchell, Joseph R., Private Co. A, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Molebasb, Joseph, Private Co. G, died Nov. 19, 1862, at Bowling Green, Ky. Interred in section N, grave 394 at Nashville, Tenn. Moon, Joseph A., Private Co. C, died Dec. 8, 1862, at Bowling Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Moores, Edward, Private, Co. C, died Oct. 10, 1862. Interred in Spring Grove Cemetery, Cincincinnati. O. Morehead, Josiah, Private Co. A, died March 29, 1865, in Rebel Prison at Meridian, Miss. Mowery, Jessiah, Private Co. F, died Dec. 21, 1862, at Bowling Green, Ky. Interred in section N, grave 353, at Nashville, Tenn, Mullett, John, Private Co. G, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explo- sioaof steamer Sultanaon Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn I I 81 Musser, Benjamin, Corporal Co. H, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Myers, John, Private Co. E, died March 10, 1864. Interred in sec- linn P,5grave 434. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Norris, Elmore Y., Private, Co. K, died March 25, 1865, in Rebel Prison. Interred in grave 22,815, at Andersonville, Ga. Ogden, Charles P., Private Co. K, died April 37, 1865. Perished by exposion of steamer Sultana on Missiasipi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Omweg, Godfred H.. Sergeant Co, I, died April 29, 1865. Died of injuries received by explosion of steamer Sultanaon Mississippi River, near Memphis. Tenn. Interred in Mississippi Cemetery, at Memphis, Tenn. Ordway Nathaniel, Corporal Co. E, died Dec. 14, 1862, at Bowling Green. Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Reinterred at Bellville, Richland County. O. Osborn, Walter, Private Co, C, died May 4, 1863, at Clarksville, Tenn' Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Oyster, Simon, Private Co. E, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Pence, Simon, Corporal Co. I, died Oct. 28, 1864, at Huntaville, Ala. Buried at Chattanooga, Tenn. Perkey, Benjamin F., Private Co. G, died Feb. 2, 1863 Interred in Cave Hill Cemetry, at Louisville, Ky. Price, Simon P., Private Co; G, died April 27, 1865. Pearished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn, Proudfit, Andrew B., Sergeant Co. K, died Nov. 16, 1862, at Bevel- ing Green, Ky. Buried at Nashvile, Tenn. Rallston, John, Private Co. D, died July 1, 1863. Drowaed at Clarksville, Tenn, Rankins, Oliver, Private Co. C, died Oct. 31, 1864, in Rebel Prison Buried in Cahaba, Ala. Reed, Samuel S,, Private Co. A, died Dec. 10, 1862. Interred in section B, row 4, grave 29, Cave Hill Cemetery, Louisville, Ky. Rennington, Lucius, Private Co. G, died June 7, 1865. Interred in section45, grave 285, Jefferson Barracks Cemetery, St. Louis, Mo. Reynolds, Wilson, Private Co. G, died Feb. 6, 1863, at Clarksville. Tenn. Interred in section V, grave 149. Buried at Nashviile,Tean Richards, Reuben H, Sergeant Co. B, died April 27. 1865. Per- ished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, ppar Memphis, Tenn. Ritchey. Stephen, Private Co. B, died Oct. 24, 1864, in Rebel Pris- on. Buried at Cahaba, Ala. 82 Riddle, James, 1st Lieutenant Co E, died Sept. 25, 1863. Acci- dentally killed by falling from a railroad train. Interred in sec- tion D, grave 411, Stone River Cemetery, at Murfreesboro, Tenn. Riggle, Henry, Private Co. C, died Oct, 23, 18'H at Decatur, Ala. Interred in section B, grave 2, at Corinth, Miss, Robison, Jacob H., Private Co. F, died April 8, 1865. Interred in section 45, grave 114, Jefferson Barracks Cemetery, at St Louis, Mo. Rohrer, Elias C, Paivate Co. D, died Nov, 12, 1864, in Rebel Pris- on, at Cahaba, Ala. Romine, John, Private Co. K, died Mav 9, 1865, Interred in sec- tion 45, grave 216, Jefferson Barracks Cemetery at St. Louis, Mo. Rose, Jacob S., Private Co. G, died .•Xpril 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Ruckenfelder, Frederick, Private Co. K, died April 1, 18^54. In- terred in section P, grave 373. Buried at Nashville, Tenn Sabin, DeWitt C, Private Co. F, died Jan. 10, 1863, at Bowling Green. Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Sandel, Christian, Private Co. A, died Dec, 13. 1864, in Rebel Pris- on. Interred in grave 13,196, at Andersonville, Ga. Sattler, John, Private Co. K, died May 28, 1863, at Clarksville, Tenn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn, Sayers, George, As. Surgeon, died Dec. 26, 1862. at Bowling Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville Tenn. Schrader, John, Private Co. G, died-April 27, 1865. Perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Seaton, John F., Private Co D, died Jan.l, 1863, at Bowling Green Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Senche, Frederick, Private Co. F, died Oct. 20, 1864, at Decatur, A.la. Buried at Corinth, Miss. Shadel, John, Private Co. C, died May 20, 1863, at Bowling Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Shaffer, James, Private Co. E, died Nov. 15, 1862. Buried at New Albany, Ind. Shepperly, George, Private Co. F. died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Shiffier, George P., Private Co. D, died Oct, 30, 1864, at Huntsville, Tenn. Buried at Chattanooga, Tenn. Shoup, Charles W., Private Co. F, died April 27, 1865. Perishd by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Shreffier, Joseph, Private Co. D. died March 14, 1864. Interred in section P, grave 522, at Naahville, Tenn. 83 Shultz, Anaas, Private Co. K, died Dec, 30, 1862, at Bowling Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Sidle, Henry, Private Co. F, died April 27, 1865. Perished by ex- plosion ot steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Siegenthaler, Adam, Private Co. H, died March 11. 1863, at heme in Wayne Co. Buried at Wooster, O. Simmonds, Thomas J., Private Co. E, died Oct. 2, 1862. Interred in Spring Grove Cemetery, Cincinnati, O. Simons, James, Private Co. C, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion oi steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Singer, Jeremiah, Private Co. K, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamerSultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Skelly, Hiram, Private Co. A, died Feb. 12, 1863, at Bowlin? Green, Ky. Interred in section N, grave 692. Buried at Nash Tenn. Sleggle, Ezra K., Private Co. G, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of Steamer Sultana on Mississipi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Smalley, Daniel, Private Co. B, killed Sept. 24, 1864 in action at Athens, Ala. Interred in Stone River Cemetery, at Murfrees- boro, Tenn, Smith, Cyrus, Private Co. H, died April 27, 1865, Perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Smith, Henry H., Private Co. G, died Nov. 7, 1862, at Bowling Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Smith, Jeremiah, Private Co. B, died Dec. 19, 1862, at Bowling Green, Ky. Buried at Nashville, Tenn, Smith, Oliver P., Private Co. F, died March 6, 1865, at Huntsville, Ala. Buried at Chattanooga, Tenn. Spring, George. Private Co. A, died April 7, 1864. Interred in section P, grave 510 at Nashvile, Tenn. Spring, Jacob, Private Co. A, died Feb. 23, 1863, at Clarksville, Tenn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Stahl, Joel, Private Co, F, died March 24, 1864, at Nashville, Tenn. Steinmetz, George, Private Co. K, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis. Tenn. Stephens, Samuel, Private Co, G, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River near Memphis, Tenn. Stevens, Henry, Private Co. E, die dApril 8, 1863, at Clarksville, Tenn. Interred in section V, grave 186, at Nashville, Tenn. 84 Stine, David G , Private Co. F, died April 27, 1865. Perished by ex- plosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Strawsbaugh, Samuel, Private Co. D, died April 27, 18(55, Per- ished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn Strock, Levi. Corporal Co. A, died June 19, 1863, at Clarksville, Tenn. Buried at Nashville, Tenn < Stuff, Frederick, Paivate Co. E, died April 27, 18(.5. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Swank, Daniel L., Private Co. E, died Jan, 7, 1865, on board the floating hospital Ohio. Interred in section B, grave 1:^75, in New Albany, Ind. Taylor, Harvey R., Private Co. G, killed Sept, 24, 1864, at Athens, Ala. Interred in Stone River Cemetery, at Mnrfreesboro, Tenn. Torbet, Robert, Private Co. F, died April 27, 1865. Perishd by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Traxler, Heman S., Private Co. E, killed Sept. 24, 18*54, in action at Athens, Ala. Interred in Stone River Cemeterey, at Mnr- freesboro, Tenn. Trussel, Isaac, Private Co. G, died March 3, 1865, at Selma, Ala. Buried at Marietta, Ga. Uhlich, George W., Private Co. D, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Underwood, James, Private Co. D, died April, 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Vanosdall, Simon B., Private Co. K, died Feb. 7, 1864. Interred in section Q, grave 108. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Wade, Benjamin F,, Sergeant Co. A, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion ol steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Wagner, David F., Private Co. I, died Jan. 3, 1865, at Huntsville, Ala. Buried at Chattanooga, Tenn. Wagner, Lewis, Private Co. C, died Nov. 28, 1864, at Tullahoma, Tenn. Interred in Stone River Cemetery, at Murfreesboro, Tenn. Warner, Michael, Private Co. G, died March 17, 1865, in Rebel Prison. Interred in grave 12,786, at Andersonville, Ga. Weiler, Luther H., Corporal Co. I, killed Sept. 24, 1864, in action at Athens, Ala. Interred in Stone River Cemetery, at Murfrees- boro, Tenn. 85 Wells, Joseph, Private Co. B, died April 27, 1865. Perished by expiosioa of ^^leamer Sultaua on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tean. Wells, Miles, Private C&. H, died April '^7, 1865. Perished by ex- plosion ot steamer Sultana onMississipi River, near Meaaphis, Teun. Wheeler, Daniel, Private Co. E. died April 27, 1865, Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Mem- phis, Tenn. Whittaker, Abraham, Private Co. D, died Dec. 25, 1863. Accident- ally killed. Buried at Nashville, Tenn. Williams, Abraham, Private Co. D, died Oct. 16, 1864, at Decatur, Ala. Baried at Corinth, Miss. Williams, James T., Private Co. D, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River near Memphis, Tenn. Williams, John H., Private Co. C, died April 21, 1865. Interred in section 45, grave 158, Jefferson Barracks Cemetery, St. Louis, Mo. Willis, William W., Private Co. E, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis. Tenn. Winkler, James J., Private Co. F, died July 12, 1864, at Huntsville, Ala. Interred in section L, grave 544, at Chattanooga, Tenn. Wirick, Peter, Sergeant Co. E, died May 18. 1864, at Tullahoma, Tenn. Interred is section L, grave 45, at Murfreesboro, Tenn, Wynn, Jefferson, Private Co. H, died April 27, 1865. Perished by explosion of steamer Sultana on Mississippi River, near Memphis, Tenn. Younfblood, Private Co. K, died Aug. 2, 1863, at Clarksville, Tenn. Buried at Nashrille Tenn, Zody, Aaron E., Captain Co. D, died Feb. 31, 1865, of w«unds re- ceived Sept, 24, 1864, in action at Athens, Ala. Buried at Louis- ville, Ky. 86 RECAPITULATION. Field and Staff Total Number of Ofiflcers 38 Number of Officers Resig^ned -- 3 Number discharged on Surgeon's certifiicate of disability 1 Number died of wounds or diseases 2 Number mustered out with Regiment - 13 Co. A. Total number of OC&cers and Privates -- 120 Number discharged on Surw-eon's certificate of disability 9 Number died of wounds or diseases 21 Number mustered out by order of War Department 27 Number mustered out with company - — 47 Number transferred or otherwise. 16 Co. B. Total number of Officers and Privates.. .-... 105 Number discharged on Surgeon's certificate ot disability 12 Number mustered ont by order of War Department 14 Number died of wounds and diseases 19 Number mustered out with company... 44 Number transferred or otherwise 16 Co. C. Total number of Officers and Privates lOU Number discharged on Surgeon's certificate of disability 7 Number died of wounds and diseases 15 Number mustered out by order of War Department 7 Number mustered out with company 55 Number transferred or otherwise. 14 Co. D. Total number of Officers and Privates.. 108 Number discharged on Surgeon's certificate of disalility 21 Number died of wounds or diseases 21 Number mustered out by order of War Department 17 Number mustered out with company ... 38 Number transferred or otherwise 11 87 Co. E. Total number of Officers and Privates. 114 Number discharged on Surgeon's certificate of disability 8 Number died of wounds or diseases.- 28 Number mustered out by order of War Department 12 Number mustered out with company 46 Number transferred or otherwise _ 20 Co. F. Total number of Officers and Privates 115 Number discharged on Surgeon's certificate of disability 9 Number died of wounds or diseases 16 Number mustered out by order of War Department 18 Number mustered out with company 54 Number transferred or otherwise -■- 18 Co. G. Total number oi Officers and Privates 136 Number discharged on Surgeon's certificate ot disability 15 Number died of wounds or diseases.. 25 Numbre mustered out by order of W^ar Department.— 21 Number mustered out with company..... 39 Number transferred or otherwise _ 36 Co. H. Total number of Officers and Privates 116 Number discharged on Surgeon's certificate of disability 14 Number died of wounds or diseases _ -... 18 Number mustered out by order of War Department 15 Number mustered out with company _ 45 Number transferred or otherwise... _. 22 Co. I. Total number of Officers and Privates 124 Number discharged on Surgeon's certificate of disability.. 20 Number died of wounds or diseases 13 Number mustered out by order of War Department 14 Number mustered out with company 55 Number transferred or otherwise... _ — - 22 Co. K. Total number of Officers and Privates _ 113 Number discharged on Surgeon's certificate of disability 16 Number died of wounds or diseases.. 30 Number mustered out by order of War Drpartment 9 Number mustered out with company _ 44 Number transferred or otherwise 13 88 Officers Discharged on Dted of wounds Mustered out Mustered out Transferred or and Surgeon's or by with Privates certificate diseases Department Company otherwise Staff .._-_ 28 4 2 Co. A 120 9 21 27 Co, B 105 12 19 14 Co. C 108 7 15 7 Co. D-- 108 21 21 17 Co. E- 114 8 28 12 Co. F ._.... 115 9 16 18 Co. G 136 15 25 21 Co. H 116 14 18 I'i Co. 1 124 20 U 14 Co. K - 113 17 30 9 13 9 47 Iti 44 16 55 14 38 11 4t5 20 54 18 39 36 45 22 55 22 44 13 1186 13G 208 155 480 197 REMARKS It will be noticed that Co. G had 136 men enlisted, but this is accounted for by having so many men "rejected by examining Sur- geon." Co. I had the most "discharged on Surgean's certifi- cate," and tied with Co. E in the most "mustered out with com- pany." Co. Klost the most by " died of wounds or diseases.'' Co. G had the most "transferred or otherwise, B9 Three Full Companies Gone. Three full companies left Wooster yesterday, (the 14th of August. 1862), for Camp Mansfield, being- Wayne county's full quota under the call of 300,000 volunteers. All the compies were full, with a surplus of from 10 to 20 men for each company. The Following are the company officers: Captain, J. W. Stout; 1st Lieutenant, S. B. Kenton; 2d Lieuten- ant, H. H. Rowe. Captain, J. H. Robison; 1st Lieutenant, J. Y. Ross; 2d Lieu- tenant, Benton Beerbower. Captain, Jonas D. Elliott; 1st Lieutenant, Edward W. Bradley 2d Lie itenant, James McNulty, The companies left on the 2 p. m, train, and were accompan- ied to the depot by an immense concourse of people, and left amid the enthusiastic plaudits of the multitude, with the prayers and blessings of fathers, mothers, wives, brothers and sisters. It is our pleasure as well as duty to say, that we have never seen a number of men together who conducted themselves so or- derly and with so much sobriety, quietness and decorum, during- the day which they left, as well as all the time during which the companies were raised. Officers and privates alike deserve the commendation of all good citizens, and we know that all will make brave and true soldiers. — Wooster Republican. The 102d Regiment went into camp at Mansfield August 20 1862, and remained their until Sept. 4. The camp was situated about two miles east of Mansfield and on a decline to the west. The quai ters were laid out in rows with wide company streets be- tween, and officers' quarters at the head. At the foot of company streets was a space for dress parade and drill. The barracks were built of rough boards — a tier of bunks on each side with a space in the center for a table which ran the whole length of the 90 building', upon which we ate our meals, which consisted of lig^ht bread, bean soup and coffee with sugar for those who liked it, but without any miik. This was hard on those who were used to it, and we had no butter for our bread. This was even worse, as wit- ness the experience of Jacob Storme published elsewhere. The time was spent in camp in company drill and in various sports. A guardline was formed around the entire camp, and a detail was made each day to do g-uard duty. A guard-house was built at the entrance, and all those who did not conduct themselvea properly were placed in the guard-bouse. We think it was seldom occupied. The boys would sometimes sneak through the f^uard- line and do a little ' foraging." But this was not often indulged in as the 102d was always noted forits gentlemanly qualities. OFFICIAL RECORD Of the One Hundred and Second Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Organized at Mansfield, Ohio, Aug. 18, 1862; moved to Coving- ton, Ky., Sept. 4 and 5, 1862; mustered in Sept, 6, 1862. Duty defense of Cincinnati, Ohio, until Sept. 22. 1862. Defense of Louisville, K., Sept. 24, to Oct. 5, 1862. Guard of trains from Louisville to Shelbyville Oct. 5 and 6, 1862. Battle of Perrysville, Ky., Oct. 8, 1862. (In reserve.) March to Crab Orchard and thence to Bojvling Green, Ky.. Oct. 9, to 30, 1863. Duty at and in vicinity of Clarksville, Tenn., Dec. 25, 1862, to Sept. 21, 1863. Moved against Joe ?7heeler, Tennessee raid, Sept. 28 to Oct. 30, 1863. Duty at Nashvill, Tenn., Oct. 30, 1863, to April 26, 1864. Moved to Tullahoma, Tenn., April 26, 1864. Duty on the Nashville and Chattanooga railread, Gormanda to Deckard, April 28, to June 26, 1864. Crossed the Cumberland Mountains June 6 to 10, 1864. Outpost duty on Tennessee River, Stevenson to Decatur, Ala. to foot of Seven Mile Island, June 10 to Sept. 1 1864. 91 Patrolling Tennessee and Alabama railroad at Decatur, A.la., Sept. 15, 1864. Action at Athens, Ala,, Sept. 24, 1864, in which many were killed, wodnded and captured. Of those captured at Athens, after being seven months in prison, they were exchanged and placed on the ill-fated steamer Sultana, which exploded at Memphis, Tenn., April 27, 1865, and 88 lost their lives. Siege of Decatur, Ala., Oct. 26 to 29, 1864, Operation on Tennessee River in rear of Hood's army Nov. 3 to 24, 1864, Evacuation of Deratur and march toSteveason, Ala., Nov. 25, to Dec. 2, 1864, Duty at Decatur, Ala., Dec, 29, 1864, to June 2, 1865, Action at Decatur. Ala., March 3, 1865. Mustered out at Nashville, Tenn., June 30, 1865, Arrived home July 7, 1865. SERVED In Thirty-Eighth Brigade, Twelfth Division, Army of Ohio, from Oct. 1862, to July, 1863.. Bruce's Brigade, Paiue's Division, Department of the Cum- berland, to June, 1863; First Brigade Third Division Reserve Corps, Army of the Cumberland, to October, 1863, First Brigade, Third Division, Twelfth Army Corps, Army of the Cumberland, to April, 1864. First Brigade, Third Division, Twentieth Army Corps, Milita- ry Division of the Mississippi, to August, 1864. First Brigade, Fourth Division, Twentieth Army Corps, to June 1865. The following is taken from a Wooster paper about the time the 102d was camped at Mansfield and getting ready to move to the front: Startling News from Kentucky. The rebels are making startling advances in Kentucky. They 92 have pntererl the State at manv p tints in great numbers. Three thousand of their cavairy on Monday was within twenty-five miles of Lexing-ton. A larre force has got in the rear of Gen. Morg-an's Cumberland Gap Army, in which is the l'>th regiment, with the intention of capturing- our entire force, and unless reinforcements are immediately sent to that g-allant officer, they will certainly ac- complish their object. The following^ is taken from the Wayne County Democrat, of Au|f, 28, 1802: The I02d Regiment. The 102d resjiment com manded by Col. Given has been ordered to Kentucky, and will leave Camp Mansfield for that State this week. The 102d reg-iment received their arms on Wednesday and left for Cincinnati this morninw- (Sept. 4,) at 5 o'clock. Sept. 4, 1862, the 102d O. V. I. left camp for Cincinnati and Coving ton, but we will-leave Jonas Bughman, of Co. C. tell the story of the campaig-n on the heig-hts of Coving-ton in defense of Cincinnati against the threatened attack of Kirby Smith, who boasted that he was gfoing- to eat braektast in Cincinnati, but we would not let him. Bughman's Diary covers the entire ground, giving day and date for nearly every day, except now and then a day missed, from leaving Camp Mansfield, to the return of the regiment to Colum- bus, O., on July 7, 186S. This is a valuable contribution, and with- out it this History would be quite incomplete. At Covington we were mustered into the U. S. service for 3 years or during the war. The writer was but a 16 year old bay, and stood next to a boy one year older. When the mustering offi- cer came along he asked George how old he was. "Soon be 18," was the'answer, but he did not say a word to me. We had some "Shortys" in our company, and the ofi&cers put small stones un- der their heals to make them "big" enough to pass muster The regiment was 1,130, oflBcers and privates, and we were green, un- driUed soldiers and did not know how to march. The head of col- umn would march all right, but those farther back could not keep step and would jam up, and then wait, then jam up again. This made it very hard marching for those in in the rear, but we soon learned to get the stride and the march became more regular. 93 A DIARY BY JONAS BUGHMAN, CO. C. jMna"^ Buyhman enlisted August 2, 1862, and went into ca'np August 20. nc^rth of Mansfield and left there Sept. 4 and got to "Tincinnati the 5ih and crossed the river to Covington, Ky., and left the 7th for Camp Miichel], 2>^ miles, and left there the 8th for Fort Mitchell, one mile, and left there the same day, and marched some six miles into line of battle near Camp King, and lay on our arms all night; had hay for a bed. On the morning of the 9th the bovs caught a fine lot of chickens. We kept a look-out for the Johnnies all day and lay on our arms all night. Sept. 10. All right, wrote home. Sept 11. We are building headquarters with rails and brush. At noon when we just had our coffee pounded out, the orders came, To arms, boys. They ran us through brush and fences at a great rate for some 400 yards. Then we had dinner. At night we were just asleep, when ordars came to take arms and we marched out for picket guard. It rained most of the night. Sept, 12. Came back to camp, Sept. 15. As we were eating dinner, bushwhackers came to see us and we were ordered to march and we marched twice and we are not ten rods from where we lay last night. Supper over and lav down tosleeo, when we were roused by pickets firing. We formed in line of battle and lay on our arms till morning, Sept. 19. All right in the woods two miles from camp. Some of the boys have come in with pots and coffee and melons. At seven o'clock we had our pickets out, when the relief came out and we went back to camp. Sept. 20. Now we are to move, but we stayed here all day. At nigtit we were roused and marched to Covington and got on the boat there. Sept. 21. We left for the Cincinnati side of the river and changed boats to go down the Ohio River to Louisville, and we ran aground and lay there all night, Sept. 23. We landed at Madison, Ind., and had word that they expected a fight at Louisville, The wheel of the boat had to b« mended. Left Madison by same boat at three o'clock and reached Louisville at nine at night. Sept. 24, We marched out of town and formed a line. 94 Sept. 25. We have to drill eig'bt hoars a day while we stay here Got our tents at three o'clock and put them up. We had word t'jat the 15th, 64th and 65th regiments were ten miles from here. Sept. 27, We don't expect to fight here. There are 160,000 troops around the town. Sept. 28. A good sermon preached by a man from the 101st Ohio. Sept. 29. Major General Nelson was shot by a man by the name of Davis in Louisville. Wednesday, Oct. 1. The road towards Bardstown has been lined all day with troops, Theysay there are a hundred thousand to leave here to-day. Now comes orders to prepare three days' ra- tions. We marched out into a commons and remained there all night. Oct. 5 We left Louisville at 12 o'clock and marched five miles, and the unnslnng knapsacks and put them in the wagons and ma ched six miles, then halted for the night. Oct. 6. Rose at 1 o'clock and marched five miles, then stopped for breakfast. Then marched five miles to Lincolnsville, then rested 30 minutes, then marched nine miles to Shelbyville and baited for the night. Oct. 7. We are under Gen. Dumont, 12th Division. 38th Brigade, Col. Chetten. After dinner we marched one mile in the woodsand formed in line. Oct, 8. At eleven o'clock we started on the march. We passed through Shelbyville and marched till night. Oct. 9. We marched to Frankfort. The cavalry had a small fight last night killing three secesh. It is 28 miles from Shelby- ville to Frankfort. Oct. 11. Marched eight miles to Rough and Ready, then dinner, then marched four miles to Ganonsburg. Oct 12. The cavalry brought in 50 Johnnies at one time. Oct 13. Marched welve miles to Salvisa and camped. Oct. 14. Marched twelve miles to Harrodsburg, then dinner, and marched eight miles further and halted. Oct. 15. Marched two miles to Danville, then six miles further and halted for dinner, then four miles further through Stamford and halted for the night. There has been a small fight ten miles from here, but we cannot depend on anything we hear. Oct. 16. Slung knapsacks ta 2 a. m. and marched nine miles to Crabapple Town, then stopped for breakfast, then marched 2 95 miles and camped one-half mile from the 15th Ohio, Oct. 20. Marched back through Crabapple Town and Stamford and four miles fnrther and camped for the nij^ht. Oct. 21. We marched six miles to Danville, then stopped lor dinner in sight of the town. We are now under McCook's Divis- ion 38th Brigrade. After dinner we marched five miles and campci jn the woods for the night, Oct. 22. We marched five miles to Perryville, were the battle was fought this day two weeks ago. Almost every house in town is a hosiital. Camped here for the night. Oct. 23. We marched four miles oa the pike then turned to the left and marched three miles, We are going to Lebanon, 18 miles from Perryviile. We campad close to Bradsondville. Oct. 24. We marched nine miles and camped in the woods for dinner. Oct. 25. We marched tour miles to New Market, then marched seven miles and got dinner and camped in the woods. 5 Oct. 26. Three inches of snow. We marched five miles, stopped one hour, ate dinner, then marched four milesto Linnville, then two miles to Cross Roads, then 3 miles to Green River, then four mile» further and camped for the night. Oct. 27. We marchd eight miles and stopped for dinner, then marched nine miles and camped in the woods near Mumfords- ville. We have slept on the ground ever since we left Louisville. Oct. 38. We marched eight miles then stopped and got dinner, then marched four miles and passed Cave City, then nine miles further and camped. Get. 29. We marched twelve miles. Oct. 30. We marched thirteen miles to Bowling Green, Ky. Oct, 31. Our pickets brought in some rebels»this morning. Nov. 12. Here in Bowling Green we can have pies and lifirht bread by paying for them. Nov. 16. Our tents came yesterday and we put them up last night. Nov. 17. There is some talk of Morgan being it the neighbor- hood. November 21. The regiment moved to the other side of town. We are camped along side of the railroad that runs to Nashville. December 10. The drafted men from Mansfield came down to- day and camped along side of ns. December IS. Most of the regiment left yesterday for Russell- ville, Ky. Those of us that were ©n picket are here yet. 9(y iJecember 16. At three o'clock got on fbe cars for Russellville, thirty miles and landed there at sunset. This is a nice little tovv'n. They say there are but four Union men in Russellville. December 23. Drew onr new Springfield rifled muskets to- day. December 24. Left Russellville at ten o'cloch this morning, and marched four miles, then halted to rest; then we passed a small place. Then three miles more broujjfbt us to a small town called Walney. Next marched three miles and turned to the left one mile, then turned back into the road again. The officer in charge being drunk made a mistake. Then marched three miles to Al- ienville, and turned to the left half mile into the woods, where we camped. After supper we marched till eight o'clock. December 25. Marched three miles and unslung knapsacks, and then marched seven miles and stopped for dinner, then mached one mile and halted ten minutes then marched five miles more and stop ^ed in the woods. We are now in Tennessee. Next we turned back, the bridge being burnd down, and so we could not get across the river. Next the order was couster.macded and we marched down to Red River below the bridge, but could not cross then turned and went up to the bridge and crossed on the ruins of the bridge, then marched four miles and camped. December 26. At Clarksville, Tenn., in the woods. December 29. There are 100 negnoes from town digging riflepits and our teams are busy hauling flour. We captured 700 barrels that was stored away in a mill. The boys that were left at Rus- sellville came to camp to-dav. December 31. We have fonnd more flour down at the Cumber- land River in a warehouse. They say that there or 15,000 barrels, January 1, 1863. Our cavalry brought in eleven prisoners to-day. January 2. The negroes are still at work on rifle pits. January 7. Some of our boys went to the riverto-day to load two boats with flour to send to Rosencrans's array. January 10. A boat load of wounded soldiers from Nashville passed here to-day. January 14. It is reported that the rebels burned a boat on the Cumberland River for us. January 15. The snow is five inches deep and snowing and sleeting yet. January 16. The snow is ten inches deep. January 20. There was a paroled soldier shot in the hip as he was walking along the pavement in Clarksville by a rebel, as he was going down to the boat landing. January 31. Lieutenant Scott and 20 men packed knapsack--, and went to headquarters, then drove to Red River and crossed ot- the ferryboat. We drove till four o'clock and passed throug-h a lit- tle town and camped by a church in the wood. We went into thi' Methodist church to sleep. February 1. Started after breakfast and passed the place I named Centreville, and g-ot to Russellville at 12 o'clock and art- loading the wagons with pork, then started for Clarksville, an0 ra ions dealt ont to citizens each day. A train with wounded soldiers from the 64th and 15th Ohio went by on their wav to Nashville. September 30. Tbe cars are crowded with soldiers on their way to Chattano(>ga, October 1. Any amount of soldiers going to the front. October 2. Major General Howard passed going to the front. October 5. A train passed toward Nashville loaded with sol- diers. Now they have returned and are pitching their tents. October 6. Marching orders, packed knapsacks, three days' rations and sixty rounds of cartridges, marched to the cars, got on, passed Deckard Station, then passed the left wing of our regi- ment. Stopped at Tullahoma long enough to get a few apples and pies. Started again and landed at the burnt bridge, marched past the burnt stockade and halted, then Cos. C and I went on picket. Octoder 7. Marched one mile to a small placee called Wartrace. Then we marched witdinone mile of Shelbyville, then we took a right flanking movement of seven miles and came wiihin sight of Shelbyville, making 14 miles, then we turned to the left one-half mile. Then we turned square to the left again and march thirteen miles, stopping at ten o'clock at night in the woods. This trip we made in eleven hours. October 8. Marched two miles to Belt Buckle, then breakfast, then marched back to Wartrace. Then dinner, then marched past the burned bridge and rested, then unslung knapsacks at Duck River. Halted there for the night. At midnigh tCol. Given got a dispatch to report at TuUaliotna, at 8:30, o'clock, which is 15 miles by the road, so at 3:30 o'clock we started and marched it in time. Then slung knapsacks and got aboard the cars and rode back to Cowan Station, and are now in our old camp. We had 103 quite a race after the rebel cavalry. The u'ord is we run them off tbeir route so that our cavalry captured 500 of thera, October 9. Had scarcely lain down when there was an alarm. The 28th Kentucky at the tunnel were driven from their post and "we were formed in line Our company was sent out as scouts, and the rest went into the fort, and at 12 o'clock Co. I relieved us. October 10. Col. Given ordered the 28th boys back to their post to hold it at all hazzard. Lieut. Farmer came from Clarksville. October 20. Two hundred and fifty convalescents were here to join their regiments at the front, October 24. The 20th Connecticut left for the front. October 26. Last nig-ht a torpedo was laid on the track south of the tunnel blowing- the tender off the locomotive. October 28. Marching orders to go to Nashville. October 29. Marched to Deckard Station and took dinner, then marched to Elk River, met the left wing of the regiment, and halted for the night. Now the regiment is all together again. October 30. Marched 12 miles to Tullahoma, through rain and mud, then supper and camped for the night. October 31. Waited at the station for the cars. They did not come so we stacked arms and pitched our tents on the green. November 1. Got ab :)ard the train at three to-day, and reached Murfreesboro at dusk and reached Nashville at 2:30 in the morning- November 2. Marched one mile north, (southwest) and are now in fair view of the city of Nashville and pitched tents. We are now about west of town. November 7. We got Bell tents. November 13. Capt. Scott has gone to the hospital sick. Lieut. Donnell, from Co. E, is assigned to take charge of Co. C. November 17. Now Lieut. Farmer has command of Co. C in stead of Lieut. Donnell. November 22. Drew two months' pay to-day. November 26. No drilling to-day, as it is Thanksgiving Day. November 29. Fourteen hundred prisoners have been brought to town and still more coming. The Doctors are busy vacinating the boys, as there is smallpox in town. November 30. There have 2,000 more rebel prisoners arrived. December 3. We got some varnish and varnished our gunstocks, December 4. Two trains came in with 880 prisoners and some wounded. Another train full of prisoners came in and some de- serters, some 360 in number. Jan. 12, 1864. The 83d is on their way home, having re-enlisted. February I. The 64t!i is in town on tbeFr way fiome. Tbey' have re-enlisted. February 16. Capt. Scott is going to Coliambus, O., after new recruits. March 10. Drew two months' pay. March 17. There was a meeting- called to ascertain the opiniotB concerning the dismissal of Lieut. Col, Bowman from the 102d. March 18. Lieut. Col. Bowman's dismissal by the President and War Department was read before the regiment. March 21. The 64th has returned from home. March 22. The 15th regiment arrived. March 24. The 15th Ewys have left afoot for Chattanooga; the word is there is 15 regiments to leave here this morning. The 64th and 15th have not left today, . March 25. The ISth regiment left for the front. March 29. Orders to be ready to march at a moment's warning with two days' rations. April 6. Eight men from each company, with seven Sergeants with sixty rounds ot cartridges were detailed to go on a scout somewhere. April 12. The boys that left here the 7th are 18 miles up the river. April 21. The boys that were up the river got back. April 24, Marching orders to go to Tullahoraa. April 25. Packed overcoats to be shipped to us, April 26. Marched to Chattanooga depot, and at six o'clock part of the regiment left tor Tullahoma, but we are still here. Boarded the train at sunset and reached Tullahoma at two o'clock. April 27. Marched out in the commons and halted to rest. At ten o'clock marched four miles up the railroad to a watertank. There are thirty privates, two Sergeants and three Corporals in our squad. May 8. Some rumor of Forest in the neighborhood. May 12. George H. Bowman is back in the regiment, said to be re-instated. May 20. Received four months' pay to-day. May 22. Last night a torpedo was placed on the track. It blew up the road, and this morning when the train came up it ran off the road upsetting four cars and doing much damage. This hap- pened four miles south of Tullahoma, June 5. Thirty of the 137th Ind, One* Hunrded day men came to relieve us. Our squad returned to Tullahoma. Our regi meat ia about ready to leave Tullahoma. June 6. At 9 o'clock the regiment left for Bellfonte, Ala., alonn:- the Tennessee River. Being sick, I was left behind to get on th^- cars. June 7. Left Tullahoma at 9 and reached Cowan Station at 11. Reached Bass Station at 2. Lay over on account of a bridge givini^^ way between here and Chattanooga. June 8. The regiment came up and camped hear by. June 9. At 2:30 marched to Stevenson, Ala., and are now await- ing transportation to Bellfonte. At eleven at night we started and reached Bellfonte in half an hour, distance ten miles, and camped for the night June 10. Marched two miles to Bellfonte, or where the ruins of it are, Camped in the woods near the ruins. June 11. The left wing is ready to go down the river some 13 miles, and Co. C to some other place; so the regiment is all cut up into squads. We are going to stay in town and quarter in some building. June 12. The boys are putting up our bunks in the old Printing House. June 17. We send out a squad of patrols to the river every day. They brought In three rebel deserters. June 25. Gen. Smith's Division in going throngh here on their way to Chattanooga. Jttly 8. Twenty-six deserters came in with our boys from th« river July 9. Two rebel deserters came in; they were tired, having swam the river. July 10. Fifteen men with Capt. Zody went up to Co, F to cross the river on a raid. Two of their boys are supposed to be cap- tured, having crossed the river this morning. July 11. The scouts came bach from Co. F and Sergeant Good- ridge and Sergeant Cramer from Co. F, were both captured after killing one rebel and wounding another. July 12. We drew two months' pay. July 19. We got word the rebels hung Goodridge and Cramer. July 20. Twenty rebel deserters came in of their own accord. July 23. The boys at the river brought in two prisoners, one a Lieutenant. We have word that Sherman has marched into At- lanta on the 23d. August 6. Five more rebel deserters came up. August 10. The scouts v/ent across the river and returned safe 106 at night, but were fired into recrossing- the river. Aujrust 17. Four more rebel deserters. Aui^ust 19. The cavalry brouj^ht in four more prisoners. August 22. 'J'hree rebels came in ot their own accord. August 23. Eighty-five of us marched to Stevenson, thirteen miles, to-day. Aug^ust 24. Nine of us went 1>^ miles up the railroad to a block- house and relieved twenty-fv)ur from the 135th Ind. » August 31. There are but few cars running to-day on account of Wheeler being on a raid along the road. September 1. Ordered to report at Stevenson. Returned there. At sunset got aboard train and landed at Bellfonte, where we joined xhe regiment, September 2. Boarded the cars this morning, passed through Scottsboro, Larkinsville and Huntsville, within three miles of°De- catur, then took to the right and landed at Athens at 3 p. m. Here we expected to meet Wheeler or Roddy, but were too late. Thej tore up the railroad track out north and cut the wires., At sunset the construction train went out and we went with them. They worked all night, the road is badly damaged. They also burned a sawmill. September 3. The word is they are fighting at Pulaski. September 4. Marched to Pulaski, reaching there at 10:30. Next marched to Linnville Station and here the rebels were burn- ing some corn on a car, and the road burnt, so that we made after them and their cavalry and our skirmishers had quite a skirmish. September 5. We hear that Wheeler has 6,000, We captured several of them The 35th Illinois and 6th Ind. boj's on their way home were in the skirmish. We then started back south. Some citizens set fire to the road and two of our cars ran off the track. We have them prisoners. Returned to Pulaski, then out to Linn- ville again and back to Pulaski. September 6. Went out to Linnville, The telegraph oflBce is burned down. Then back to Pulaski. September 8. Started south at 7;30; at ten are back at Elk Riv- er, then started north, and at twelve returned to Pulaski. September 9. Went north 20 miles, then came back to Linn- ville Station; stopped for dinner, then back to Pulaski. After go- ing to bed, 100 of us were ordered out in the country three miles to where were 50 bushwhackers camped. Went and found noth- ing but a burning lime-kiln, then returned to camp. September 11. Started north at 3 p. m, and preached Columbia 107 at 8:00, a distatice of 33 miles. Now we are within 45 miles of Nashville. September 12. At 7 a. m. left for Pulaski, reached there at 12, t'jen 100 men were detailed to guard Maj. Gen. Rosseau to Nash- ville. September 13. The 100 that guarded Rosseau returned to camp. We only went as far as Pleasant G-rove. September 14. Another move. We are at Athens, 107 miles from Nashville. Next left for Decatur. Reached the river and camped by the station for the night. Wc are now 127 miles from Nashville, September 15 Crossed the Tennessee River on the pontoon bridge and are now at Decatur, Ala. September 18. All the able men in the regiment started on a scout with two days* rations for Summerville to take some rebels. Marched 10 miles and met the cavalry with some- prisoners and horses; then about fared and marched three miles and camped for the night in the woods. September 19. At nine reached camp, September 24. Part of the regiment left last night for Athens. There has been cannonading going on all forenoon. At two we left Decatur on the cars and went out near to Athens. We found it in the rebels' hands and their force too strong for us, so returned to Decatur. September 25. We are waiting reinforcements from Chatta- nooga. We have word that all our boys with Lieutenant Colonel Elliott are captured. The pickets were attacked and all moved in the fort. September 26. Our whole brigade are in the fort. Next the 102d moved out on a scout 2/^miles. Found no rebels and returned to the fort. September 27. At ten the brigade started out on a scout. Went ten and a half miles south toward Danville, stopped for supper and reached camp at 10 p. m. September 29. The 13th Wisconsin regimest moved to Hunts- ville. October 2. There 5vas fighting at Athens; rebels whipped out complete this time. October 4. Our regiment is pretty well scatered : some in the rebel's hands; some at Athens; some at Huntsville; some at Pulas- ki; some here, and a few at Nashville. October 6. At dusk our boys came from Athens. 108 October II. We are working- on a boom-proof. October 13. Got word that our Lieut. Col. Elliott is dead. October 17. Five deserters from Hood's army came in. October 18 Five captured rebels were brought in, then seven came in. October 1^. Three more rebels came in. Then 100 men from the regiment, ten from each company, were detailed to go on a g-un- boat with Capt. Scott. Forty rebels came in last nig-ht, and they re- port Hood coming this way with 40,000 troops. October 22. The 100 men have got back from the gunboat. October 24, At one o'clock firing commenced among the caval- ry and soon became general, and the batteries played each on the other till 5- Canonnading continued till dusk. The rebels have four camp fires around this place in sight of our picket post. October 27. Some 30 rebels missed their post in the night. They wanted to know whether we were Cheatham's men. I an- swered, no, and as we fired on them they disappeared in the fog. At eight o'clock we fell into line and exchanged pills with them till two. Was then relieved and came into camp. The ball closed at dusk. October 28. Our pickets were driven in at three this morning. At daybreak firing began again. Our boys charged on their rifle- pits and captured 108 loafers. Ball went out about noon, then fir- ing commenced again. Reinforcements coming all afternoon. October 29. Skirmishing going on until four oclock. October 30. At three in the night there was a false alarm, November 2. At two o'clock our pickets on the Courtland road were fired into. We were ordered out; went out two miles and saw no enemy. November 4. Our scouts report two brigades of rebel cavalry two miles out. November 6. Two regiments and two pieces of artillery and our regiment started out on the Courtland road with some cavalry in advance, and went four miles aud ran into some rebel cavalry, and wounded one; then our skirmirshers and cavalry ran them some four miles, and finding they would not stand fire, re- turned to ca mp. By three in the evening the rebels let loose on us with a small howitzer, but it passed over us doing no damage. November 7. One man is missing from Co. D after yesterday's raid. November 8. Went to headquarters and voted for Presi- dent, 10^ Novern'ber 10. Got a iiew recruit m 'Co. C by name of John Wise. November 14, We are on the Courtland road. The rebel pick- ets are one mile from here. At 11 we tof)k everything inside the fort ready for aa attack. At one the cavalry went out this road t© feel the enemy. Was some skirmishiog- among the cavalry this •evening'. November 21. Drew four months' pay. November 23. At noon our pickets were driven in part way. We had orders to fall in, and marched to the fort, A few shells from Beech's Battery boys scattered the enemy- November 24. The 3d Michigan moved out at S a. m. November 25. Most of the troops left this morning. At 12 the enemy made three approaches and skirmishingcommenccdlamong the cavalry, At 2 we retreated across the river, then the rebels made a bold charge on the empty fort. We destroyed the pontoon bridge and the battery and gunboats are playing on the burned tow-n and fort, as we set fire to most of the buildings before leav- ing. At sunset we slung knapsacks and marched ten miles, then camped for the night, November 26. Started on the march at daybreak, reached Huntsville at 9 at night, distance 25 miles. November 27. Started at eight, went outside of town and lay till 11, then marched to Brownsville, ten miles, and camped. November 28. Marched past Paint Rock one mile, then on and camped for the night, distaDcel5 miles. November 29. Marched till one oclock, then the rebels and our cavalry had quite a skirmish, and we formed in line, and such a running with refugees and negroes I never saw. We slarted again — up came the rebels again. We formed again and let them come up. The battery opened on them, so they stopped firing, and we marched on to Larkinsville and camped for the night, distance 13 miles, November 30. Left Larkinsville at seven and marched 5 miles to Scottsboro, and here we stayed till two, the roads being so bad, then marched eight miles near Bellfonte and camped for the night. December 1. Left camp at 11, marched through Bellfonte and camped within thref miles of Stevenson for the night. We marched some 12 miles to-day, the roads being very deep. December 2. Marched to Stevenoon. Got word tbatTullanoma is evacuated. December 3. Cunimtrnications cat off; no nrews;^ moved' onr camp one mile from town. December 4. Our teams are coming in on the cars, as there was no bridge across Grow Creek, and thej all bad to be loaded on the ears, it ran o£f the track last night and killed four men, December 8. Every soldier, citizen and negro are at work on; the fortSy December 9. Fifty-eight of us are guarding ammunition at the old log church. December 13. Everyone working- on the fortifications. December 14. We have word that the rebels are around Nash- ville. No trains from there yet.' December 19. Under marching orders. I am detailed to gc with the teams.^ Our brigade is ordered back to Decatur. We are all ready with five days' rations. December 22, '^ent to- the river with the teams, lay at Capus- ton's Landing till the 18th Mich.. 74th Ind and ISth Wis. loaded their wagons, and it took about all night. December 23. At 5 we commenced to load our wagons and at 9 started down the river. Landed at Whitesboro, landing at 3. Found most of our brigade here, distance 90 miles. Unloaded our wagons, and at eight at night the brigade slung knapsacks for Huntsville, then oar wagons were loaded and at ten got aboard the boat and anchored till morning, December 24. The boys brought in a fine pig and we had fresh pork for dinner. We slew five fine hogs for Christmas. We were on picket, then came back to Whitesboro Landing. At dusk the brigade came back from Huntsville. Then the wagons were taken off the boat and at three at night the fleet started down the river. December 27. We can hear canonnading in the direction ol De- catur. The 73d are now fixing their wagons to leave. December 28. Our boys charged on Decatur yesterday at sun- set — good. December 29. Loaded our wagons on the Tennessaw and at 12 started down the river and landed at Decatur at 4:30 and found the 102d and 18th Mich. here. The rebels left this place without a charge, as I stated yester* day they had done. December 30. Some forty rebels were brought in to-day. December 31. Went down to the river and crossed and went to Huntsville on the cars on a scout by daybreak. anuary 3, 1865. Some of our captured officers have come back- Ill Jantiary 6. Steadman s torces are coTrung- back from their raid. They are now crossing- the p ntoon bridge. Part of the 4th Corps iare now here; the 64th is here. January 10. Some of our boys started with a lot of prisoners to T^ashville. January 12. Ther€ is a flag of truce out at the cotton gin for some purpose unknown to me. January 13. Our flag of truce and the rebel flag have met out- side the pickets for some purpose. January 18. There wis a detail of 60 men, Lieut. Donnell, Co. E and Capt. Scott in command to go to Sulphur Tressel with ten days' rations. Sulphur Tressle is between Athens and Pulaski. January 20. The boys that went to Nashville with prisoners have returned. We have tvord that Fort Fisher is ours. January 31. The Government hands are busy putting up build' ings for supplies. A lot ol carpenters came from Nashville. February 17. It has been so windy to-day that it sunk part of the pontoon bridge. February 22. Fired the signal guns and gave three cheers on account of the fall of Fort Sumpter. Feoruary 26. There are a lot of rebel cavalry outside our pick- ets made their appearance to our left and a flag of truce to our right. I can't find out what it means. A private can't find out much about matters. March 2. Am granted a furlough of 30 days. April 3. My furlough is extended 25 days. The word is Rich- mond is taken. April 8. Folks are jollfiying over late victories. April 15. Heard that Lincoln was shot. April 25. Started back to the regiment to-day. April 28. At Nashville about 1,000 prisoners of Lee's army, some almost clothesless. April 20. Reached Decatur at 11. May 4. At S a scout of 100 men started out somewhere. We heard of the explosion of the steamer Sultana. Most all of our boys that were captured at Athens were aboard and were lost. May 10. The 100 scouts came back, having killed the guerrilla Captain Berry and several others. May 13. First there was a flag of truce, then any number of rebels coming in to be paroled. May 14. The capture of Jeff. Davis was read. May 18. There was quite a lot of Roddy's men came in. 11-^ May 23'. Part of t&e 5th Ind. cavalry catme Bere thi% marnrng-,. Mav 27. Nominated Col. Given asadeleg-ate from this regiment logo to Columbus convention. June 13. Took ammunition acro&s the river and loaded it on the ears to ship it to sK)me sater place. June 16, We hear that the cars ran oS the track at Athens, don't know what damage it has done. June 20. An order comes for the 102d to leave this post inside of three days. June 24, Crossed tbe poDtoon bridge at 7 gotoa the cars and reached Pulaski at 12. June 25. Reached Nashville at 6-30 this morning. June 26. The 18th Mich, was mustered out. June 30, 1865. We are mustered out of the service. July 2. Reached Louisville at 11:30; marched to the landing- and boarded the Major Anderson. July 3. Landed at Cincinnati at 6. Left Cincinnati and reached Calumbus at 6 p. m, July 4, Marched out to the Arsenal to turn over our guns. July 6. The 174th O. is here waiting to be discharged. July 7. Paid at last. Left Columbus at two o'clock for home. Company I's First Night on Picket. One beautiful Sunday morning Co. I, while in the service at Covington, Ky., was detailed to do picket duty for the first time. We marched out the Lexington pike about three milesand stopped at a deserted farm house, said to be owned and abandoned by an officer in the rebel army. We took possession.and threw out pickets at various point on the pike andon the side hill on the right and the reserve were stationed in an orchard opposite the mansion. The boys found plenty of grapes and other truit. Nothing recurred worthy of note during the day, but at dusk some of the under officers asked permission to take a squad out the pike to do a little scouting. Passing out about a mile beyond the post we came to fork of the road leading to the right up the hill. Here we found evidence of a picket post, but no pickets. Passing a half mile further on we met the cavalry pickets coming ii: in, who rep(jried thai tfaey found no evidence of the enemy, so we returned, the videttes to the forks of the road, and we remained about 200 yards beyond, throwing- out two pickets up the hill to the right at an old stable. Henry Judd and I were put upon the second relief and went about 10 o'clock to relieve our comrades. Soon af- ter reachinor our station, we heard a great racket -coming- up the pike. The night was very still so that we could hear the noise a distance off. The noise sounded to us as if a company of cavalry were coming up the pike. We left our post and returned to the place where we left the others near the pike. I missed the wav and had a hard time g-etting- down the steep hill, but when I reached the place I found none but Mose Moore, who was sound asleep T awakened him, and he gathered up his g-un and other things and immediately left; but I remained and by this time the parties which was making all this racket came opposite me and I could see exact- ly what it was; it proved to be a one or two-horse carnage with a horse leading behind. This I knew was not very dangerous, so I went up the hill again to my post; but before I got there I heard firing up towards where the videttes were stationed at the forks of the road. The firing soon ceased, but nothing came back in the shape of a carriage. So I remained at my post until I thought it was time for the relief to come; but none coming, I left return' to the camp, and when I got to the top of the descent, some one at the pike cried, 'Halt! Who comes there?" I answered, "Me " Atfirst I thought it was one of our Co. I boys, but then discover- ing my mistake, I answered; "one of the Infantry pickets." H said after I had got down the hill, "was vou out 'jereall this time?" -Yes," said I, "I was standing right here when the carriage went up the pike." "Why." said he, "You are the bravest man in this brigade." This man was the Sergeant of the cavalry picket I asked him ivhat was all that firing for, and he said they had been attacked by the rebels. I told him "rebels nothing. I was standing right here, and saw nothing but a carriage with a horse leading be- hind.*' At first be would not believe'me but insisted that it a company of cavalry. Now what was the object of all this? The pickets retired be- yond the forks of the road and the carriage turned up the by-road' up the hill, and that was just what they wanted, and why they wanted to do so probably will never be known except to th selves. When I returned to the company I found them under great ex- citement, but when I told them just what it was they could hardly 114 believe it, anfl Henry Judrf tried" to make out that I vas asleep, and when I wanted to shoot him, they had to take my gun away from me. When it is considered that I vvas only a sixteen year old boy it is no wonder that I was not scared. I did not know enoug-h to be afraid. I hav^e often ihougfht how I could have captured the whole outfit, but "where ignorance is bliss it is folly to be wise." This was the first experience of Co. I on picket, but after- wards we performed many amusing- as well asdang-erous exploits, Gkokge S. Schmutz. On the Ohio River. EMBARKING on a river steamer, "The Arizona," the righ- wing of the 102d Regiment met some difficulties on account of the low stage of the river. The boat ran aground and tried to get off by placing the boys on a barge along side taken for that purpose. This failed and the boys took advantage of the delay and went in swimming. One of the boys, I think he was nick- named "Blind Robbin," in spc.rt pushed against the barge and said, "I am goimg to push this darned old boat off." He had no notion of doing so, but feeling it move, he cried, "Come on, boys, its moving." Others took hold and pushed the boat clear of the obstruction, and such a scramble to get aboard you never saw be- fore. The correspondents of the home papers cover the ground pret- ty thoroughly, so we will let them tell the story of our march through Kentucky from Louisville to Bowling Green. It was my misfortune to give out at Crab Orchard, and after returning to Danville and Perrysville in the ambulance, I took up the march again, but again giving out, I was taken to Bocvling Green on the cars along with others, and went into convalescent camp and re- mained there until after the regiment had been in the corn-stock camp a week or ten days, when I returned to the company and did duty with the rest. Here at Bowling Green the regiment got its first experience lis in battallion drill. The camp was moved to the south side of thi town near the railraod. Col. Given had not learned much towards- driliin;^ the reg-iment, but forunately Col. Joshua Given, Col.Given's brother, of an Iowa regiment was with us and was a fine drillmas- ter. Nearly every afternoon found us on the field going- through the maneuvers of battallion drill. Then it was our good fortune to have Gen. Robert Granger, who took great pride in drilling the regiment, and through his efforts the 102d became quite proficient in the vaiious movements. The duty at Bowling Green was very hard, consisting of picket duty one day and work on fortifications and battallion drill the next. So it went on from day to day. The regiment's next move was to Russellville, where we re- ceived our new Springfield rifles, received by the personal efforts of Cai. Given. The regiment remained here about two weeks, v/hen orders, came to move to Clarksville, Tenn., about 30 miles south-west, on the Cumberland River. At Russellville I met with a sad loss. My white woolen shirt needed laundering very badly, so 1 proceeded to put out my "family wash." When I got it to the boiling stage 1 let the kettle go dry, and about half of the shirt went up in smoke. Near camp were some walnut trees with the ground literally covered with walnuts. I ate too many of them which made me sick, and when the regiment got marching orders I was unable to go with them. The 102d made the march in due time and reached the place theday before Christmas, and had a hard time getting across Red River, a tributary to the Cumberland. The first camp was situated near a Female Seminary in the out skirts of the town, which was used as a hospital in charge of Dr. Mitchel. This camp was in rather an unhealthy location, so about April 1 the regiment moved to Camp Bruce, named for Col. Bruce, commander of the Post. This camp was situated on an eminence beyond the Red River and the guns of the Fort com- manded the town of Clarksville, about two miles from the Fort. Here the camp was finely situated and the regiment was never in a mere healthy place. There was a boat landing near the camp and the boys appropriated it as a bathing place. During the sum- mer nearly every evening found the river full of the boys in blue. In the bed of the river were many muscle shells, and the boys dove for them to make shell jewely — rings, breast-pins, etc., to send home to friends. A funny incident occurred in Co. I. One hot day the company streets were deserted, and John Gill sat in the cook shanty ruobinga shell on a brick, when the writer stuck his head out of his tent and saw John at work. Tiring of his work, he 116 got a metallic cartridg-e, and laid if down on the ground and begsn to strike at it with an ax handle to see if it wouKl "gfy off." He finally hit it a v.'hacU and it exploded with aloud noise. Theorders' were, no shootjng in camp. John immediaiely resumed his rub- bing operation as if nothing had happened and the writer put his bead back into the tent. Soon an officer came along- the street and inquired, "who fired that gun?" Of course, nobody knew, and when be came to our tent I told bim. "I don't know; g-uess it wai* over in Co. C." He asked John, and got the same answer and had to report his failure to find out. On July 4. 1863, was marched to a fine grove not far from camp and Col. Given made a fine patriotic address and the boys were treated to the lemonade.. The regiment at Clarksvllle was drilled by Lieut. Col. Bowman who had become quite expert in the various movements of battal- lion drill. The time was taken up in doing provost and picket duty, and sometimes this duty was pretty hard, the details coming every other nay, often calling for extra duty, but all in all, the boys were quite content with their duties. The rations were prett}' fair, but at one time the meat we drew was full of life, and a sample was taken to Col. Given for his inspection. He told the boys to use what they could and that there were some bogs near, and we were not long in taking the hint and the hogs, and we had fresh pork for rations. Complaint was made by the citizens to Col. Bruce, who ordered Col. Given to report immediately to head- quarters. The Colonel reported in person in full uniform and in- formed Col. Bruce that he was ranking Colonel and that he would take command of the Post if things were not right. Col. Given would rather remain in command of the regiment than have com- mand of the Post. Much dissatisfaction was manifest in some of the companies at the promotions occasioned by the resignation of officers. Thi» was noticed inCo. I. Capt. Robison and Lieut. Ross resigned on ac- ountof disability, and Lieut. Beerbower was promoted to Captain and a vacancy occurred in 1st and 2d Lieutenants. David Hinkle, Sergeant, was promoted to 1st Lieutenant and Tom Miller, lat Ser- geant, was promoted to 2d Lieutenant. This was considered a rank injustice by the members of the company. Then to cap the climax Milt McHose, the Captain's cook, was promoted to Order- ly Sergeant, and mutiny came near being the result. The matter was finally adjusted by some members of the company raising a fund and purchasing a new uniform and sword and sash for Lieut, \l7 "Tom Millef. Lieut, Miller took the corfj pan v oiit to drill one morn- 'in«^, and excusing some of the '"shorties" Irom drill, he formed 'ihe company with a dozen sis footers at the head. Then tbe fun be|fan. For more ttian an hour he took the company on the •■•doubie <|uick throug-h the various evolutions. Poor Milt McHose was nowhere. Most of the time he was anywhere but tbe right place as an Orderly Sergeant,and when the company was dismis^^ed to quarters, the "Orderly Serg-eant" reported to the Captain that ^'he guessed he did not want to be Orderly Sergeant" While the regiment wascamped at Clarksville details were made to go down the Cumberland River on the "hay-clad gunboat." The Lieutenant in command of the battery on the boat would train his gun on the mouth of the railroad tunnel and at the propt- er time fire a shell into the tunnel, and woe to any reb who was in the tunnel. Then the boat would run on down the river and on reaching the other end of the tunnel would swing around and the gunner would plant a shell into the tunnel. The explosion of the shell would make a muffled noise and fill the tunnel with smoke Then upon reaching the ruins of Palmyra^ he would practice fir^ Jing at the tall chimneys left standing. Forgot the Countersign. One night when the provost guards in Clarksville were patroll- ing the streets, one guard asked his comrade, "what's the coun- tersign?" "Darned if I know," was 'the answer; so we went on until we met the next patrol. We halted them and demanded the countersign. The guards had to admit that they too had forgotten the countersign. We had to go to headquarters to get the coun- tersign. A Trip To Russellville, Kentucky* f^hen the 102d was yet in their first camp a detail was made to guard a wagon train to go to Russelville, Ky., to get some boxes of provisions which had been sent to the boys from friends in the north. I desired to sro on this trio and asked to be put on the de„ lail, uuL was refused. My reason for wanting to g-o was that my brother Joseph Schmutz, of Co. B, was in the hospital at Russell- ville and I wanted to go to see him. I went to the Colonel and stated my case to him and he gave me a note to the effect that I was put on the detail. The next morning- we went prepared with two days' rations in our haversacks, and reported at Col. Given 's- tent, and he made us a little speech as to the importance of our duty in an enemy's country. I can almost yet hear his urgent re- quest to "be vigilant." About three or four miles out I noticed a large tobacco barn 100 rods from the road and told the toys that on Dur return I was going to have some of that tobacco. That night we camped in a grove near a church where we took up our quarters. Nothing happened on the trip, and after secur- ing and loading our wagons with the nice thing and commissary stores for the boys returned to Clarksville, camping at the church where we camped the night before. When we came to the tobacco- barn I left my gun in the wagon and ran on ahead and got my blouse full of "Joe Push." I did not use the weed, but supplied the boys with tobacco, and tried to make some cigars, but I had not learned the cigar trade, and so made a failure. The boys wanted to get on post of the crossing at Red River at hii^h water, so they could get a chance to make a little money by ferrying citizens across the river. Sometimes they would make quite a little spending money. Old Persimmons. None of the correspondents made any mention of the way Ma- jor Topping went after strae-glers, who would break ranks at sight of a persimmon tree. The fruit was plenty all through Kentucky, but not ripe, and one bite into a persimmon would stop whistling for a few days at least. The Major had so much trouble with the boys aud persimmons that we called him "Persimmons." The epithet stuck to him until he resigned, and some said that was the reason he resigned, but that was hardly the truth. 119 Pay Day. Pay day was a time of excitement in the reg'iment. A short time before pa}' day we were mustered for pay. The muster roll of each company was made out by the company officers, and then we were marched up to the paymaster, who counted out the "green- backs'' to us. Then a rush to the sutler was in order. The sut- ler did a land office business for some time as long- as the "long g-reen" held nut, Arrangeraenis were made by the officers to send some of the money home to the wives and mothers of the boys. One of the picket posts on the east side of Clarksville was sit- uated at a sawmill near the river At different times the boys on that post reported strange and mysterious things happened. One said that while he was on duty something in the shape of an ani- mal made its appearance, ard acttd somewhat like a hog. He said he got close enough to punch it with his bayonet, and it sounded like an old dried cow hide over the object. This scared John more than ever, and he called up the post, but nothing- could be seen or heard. Off to Nashville. September 21, 1863 the 102d got marching orders to leave Clarksville, and made the distance of 50 miles in easy stages, reaching- Nashville the 3d day. We marched through Nashville in grand style and made an imposing display, and were marched to a common near the Chattanooga depot, where we lay until evening awaiting transportation. The regiment went to Elk River, where the left wing was stationed under command of Col. Bowman, and the right wing- went on to Cowan Station, near the foot of the Cumber- land Mouneoins. The iith and 12 th Corps Through Nashville. While the 102d was at Cowan Station and Elk River I was left back at Nashville in a convalescent camp not far from the city, and {20 v\iiiie ilieie iraia load alter tram load ot tbe li'th and IZih Corps. of the Eastern Army passed through Nashville to reintorce Ros- encrarja at the front. This made considerable excitement. Part of the time I was at the ZoUicoffer House in the city, the unfinished' hotel that was started building- at the outbreak of the war. Here we did not get enough to eat, and the boys would stand inline and ran in the second time^ but they got on to this and as we stood at the table they would mark on the backs of our blouses. I v/as lucky enough to have two blouses, so at the end of the first table I would rush up to my room and change blouses^ then go in to the seconds table. I stayed here until the regimeot came back from Cowan Sta-> tion and Elk River, when I returned to the regiment and reported for duty Nov. 1,1863. The Cold New Years Day. None of the correspontents have mentioned the coldest day of our service. I will try to describe it. On the last day of the year 1863 we had a nice balmy day. I came oflf patrol duty in Nashville in tbe morning, and on tbe way across the tressle I had to take off my blouse, it was so warm. In the afternoon we were all in our shirt sleeves and some were playing ball. At 4 p. m. it began to blow cold from the morthwest, and by 5 o'clock we had to put on our overcoats and build fires to keep warm. The next morning it was so cold that we nearly froze. I bad to go on guard mount, and marched to the city to do guard duty. It was impos- sible to keep the post warm. There was no stir in the city, as all were compelled to seek shelter from the cold blasts. At night we were locked out of our warm places during the day on our beats, and had to find other places. The cold snap lasted but a day or two and sooq got much warmer. Guarding a Wagon Train. A re ail was made from the 102d tojaccompany a wagon train north ol Nashville some 20 miles. Of course, we did not know 121 «our desfinatioii. We prepared two days"* rations and started ear- ly across the Cumoerland River, throug-h Edeg-efield and rode all day. About 2 o'clock we met seme hucksters going- into Nashville lor €:irly Saturday morning- market. We passed the first one and wondered why we could uotg-et a chicken for our supper. I pro- posed that if we met another I would go on ahead and see what could be found. Soon v^^e saw one on ahead, and I ran on ahead to investigate. As I came opposite our team, reached in the coop and got a fine hen, and threw it in to the boys in the waggon. Soon the man jumped out of his wagon and demanded his chicken. I told him I did not have bis chicken, and turned to rejoin my comrades. So when I got to the wagon we wondered why we didn't g-et anoth- er one, as one Vv'ould not be enoug:h for all of us. Soon we met an- other huckster and played the same trick and g-ot a fine rooster. When we arrived at our destination we found the wag-ons were to be loaded with lumber at a sav\'mill, and we eng-aged the ladies who lived there, to cook our chickens, and we furnished them with cof- fee, the first they had had for a long- time. Think, chicken and biscuit and gravy, yum, yam. And the ladies were as well pleased with the coffee as we were with the chickens. In the morning- we -emptied our coffee, sugar and salt sacks and left them enough to Jast them a long time. We got back to camp iu the evening with- out further incident. Tricks in Camp. The boys often played tricks on each other in camp. One of these tricks was to load a pipe with powder and put some tobacco on top, then light it, then offer it to some one to see him blow up. Once at Nashville Ed Hoegner fixed his pipe in this way and of- fered it to me. The pipe did not "go off" for some time and Ed forgot about it and was showing something to the others. Hooked over Ed's shoulder and the pipe was almost under his nose when it exploded and Ed got most of the effect of the explosion in his face No harm was done, however, and he tried to get mad, but it was too fnnny, and he had to laugh at the disastrous turn of his own trick. At Estill Springs, Hen. Maginnes went into the room wh ere 126 refuse sink, thus makiog the prison in a good sanitary condition. I will give a full description of one day's life, nearly every day being alike. In the morning at about 6:30 we were aroused and driven back to the rear of the building and a line of guards formed and each prisoner passed through between two bayonets, and counted by the rebel Sergeant, and if the count tallied with the number on the roll, all was right. The prisoners were divided in- to companies of one hundred and the companies into messes of ten each. As soon as counted through some of each mess passed out through the entrance tD where our cooking was done. Vv'e drew corn meal and a little beef. Our breakfast consisted of corn meal gruel and a little meat, the gruel being made of the meat gravy. This was for ten men. After breakfast, Vvhich was between 9 and 10 o'clock, we proceeded to bake three pones of corn bread in a Dutch oven. One of our mess would go to the gate and stand in line to go out to get fuel. This was green pine, and it took a great deal of coaxing to get it to burn. It made more smoke thas blaze- We stirred up the meal with nothing but water and a little salt, Then the Dutch oven would be fired above and below, and then the "dough" would be dumped in and by much blowing and coax- inom there we came to Ciacinnati, bv the way of Crestline and Columbus. We arrived at Cincinnati on the mornintr of the 5th inst. We then disembarked and marched through the city near the Coving-ton Ferry, where we halted until we received orders to march further. After halting about an hour we. received'orders to go to Covington. We marched to the river cfjossed the ferry, into Covipgton. We then marched through the city until we arrived at the Magnolia Hotel. We were then halted and divided into several squads and quartred in several vacant halls ia the city. We then received orders to have the muster and pay rolls in readiness, so that we could be mustered into the United States service and paid oft. Each one of our men received forty dollars, which vvas quite a nice sum for tha men to send home to their families and friends. We remained in the city until Sunday evening- at five o'clock, at which time we received orders to march. Our men were ready in a very few minutes to march wherever their brave Colonol and officers would lead them . We then marched to or near Camp Mitchell. We were then assigned to the 3d Brig- ade and 5th Division commanded by Gen. Stanhope. That night we camped on the side of a hill, and remained over night without tents and not a mouthful to eat, but our men did not complain a word. In the morning, being Monday, the ever generous boys of th« 1st Regiment Cincinnati Reserves, gave us bread and meat for breakfast. At nine we received orders to move again. We v» ere in readiness in a very few minutes for another movement. We w^re then marched to Camp Mitchell, being one-half mile from camp. We were there about one hour and were thinking that we would ijave a very fine time in our new camp, when the drums beat the 1S2 long' foil. 'W^faich was tTie sig'flal for baftielfne. We h^d oaf bi'sve boy« form into battle line in a very short time, and were expecting" to be attacked by Gen. Heath and bis infernal band of rebels. Our men were anxious for a brush, but were disappointed. After waitiflg: for about one hour, our Reg^rraent, with four others, were marched about three miles, and our Regiment being: marched through a cornfield and up a high hill began to form into battle line when we noticed a regiment oti a hill opposite us forming in line also. They also had their cannon placed in order to rake u* They were ordered to load with sheil, but they only loaded witb blank cartridges, and intended to fire towards us, but upon close eiaminatjon with their glasses they discovered that we were Fed- erals. Their regirtient was the 89th Ohio; they thought we were rebels and intended to fire Jnto us as we formed on the opposite hill. If they had fired shell or grape into us they might have done considerable damage. We did not heatt anything bat our "very tine Austrian muskets" — some of Fremont's damaged or refused guna that he bought for the United States. But few of them will explode a cap without being snapped a half do?en times. We did not remain on the hill. We changed our position by marching in- to an orchard and meadow, owned by a Colonel now in the rebel army. Our men did not have anything to eat that day, only what they received from the Cincinnati boys. We then remained on our arms all night, expecting to be attacked. Knowing that the rebels were near, we formed in battle line on Tuesday morning at three o^'clock and remained so for twelve hours* On Tuesday at twelve o'clock our Quartermaster arrived with his teams and something to eat for our boys, it being nearly forty*eight hours that w« were without anything to eat and very little water to drink, as it was very scarce. We remained in our place until Wednes" day at ten o'clock, when the long roll was beat again, and we then changed our position about three hundred yards to our right. We remained in that position until Friday evening. On Thurs" day night, our company (Capt. Stout's) was sent out on picket du- ty. It was a very pleasant night to be in a boasie or under sbelter, but not quite so pleasant to be out of doors. It rained hard all night. During the night v^e heard picket firing on our right. It was near Camp Mitchell, the same place we occupied on Monday after we left Covington, where we wefe first called into battle line. On Friday the 104th Ohio Regiment had considerable kirmishing" at the same place. They had oae killed and three wo'inded. Du--. itig that night the rebels had t»vo thousand cavalry v.ithin one and 135 a baH milesof our Kegitoent. They intended to attack iis> but Were disappointed in not receiving reinforcements. They had a battery of artillery within two miles of us, which if they had flredv might have made sad havoc among us,» as our Regiment was ex- posed to them. We were surrounded on all sides by hills, which were nearly covered with batteries, and we had in the vicinity of about five miles about sixty thousand Union troops^ All business in Cincinnati and Covington Was suspended^ and all men were ordered into the service to the cities. Those that Would not go as soldiers were pressed into the service to dig tren^ ches and build fortifications. On b^riday evening we changed our position again^ and moved about five hundred yards to our rights near the Lickinsr River At that place we recieved the clothing for the boys^ which improved their appearance very much. It made them look and feel like real Vive soldiers. We remained at that place until Sunday, when we again received marching orders. We crossed the Licking Rivef and marched about one and a halt miles up a high hill that com" mands the Lexington road leading to Covington. We then halted and formed in battle line. That night we were reinforced by five large guns from the 9th Ohio Battery; also by the Ulth O. V. L and the 8th Ind. on our right. At this point the niggersi^ or the Colored brigade, as they were called, had to dig rifle pits and build a fort for two sixty-four poundf.rs. On Thursday night We were aroused about eleven o^clock by our pickets firing. We were soon into line and were placed along the hill we occupied, and ex* pected every moment to be attacked, as we knew the rebels were near. We remained along the hill until morning, at which time we again returned to our former position. We then ascertained the cause of the firing. One of our companies of cavalry pickets were attacked by two hundred rebel cavalry, and our men were cut up and had to flee in every direction. Fourteen of our cavaly cameto our pickets and did not wpnt to stop when so ordered by our men. They feared that our men were rebeU. They broke through the Indiana pickets and came toone comoany of our men. and were stopped and brought to headqu irters; but they did not stop until our m.en fired on them. Ooe of the cavalry was slightly wounded* That ended the fiKht." ■^'This who'i'e commotion r.-as cnvisad jv;st ns 1 stated Wi '•CoiTir?.n5- I's Frst Kiffht on Picket," which was a carriag-e with a horse leadin.fr behind comin£^ up the piju#l had been right thev would have had a figfht with Gens. Brkj^g aad Smith, but Buel is a little too slow and is strong-ly suspected of being; a little secesh. Wc had quitf an exciting- time here yesterday, which w .s caused by thedefcth of Gen. Nelson, who \s as shut by (ren. Jeff. C. Uavis, of Ind. NVliIle I am writing" the tunnral procession is p.tss- ing near our cari)p. This is a \ery nice place, but wc soldiers do nut get an opporlunily of visiting the cit\, unless ue have a pass which IS not g-j wii t-d. The city is under iii;iriiai Jaw and anyone who is ft->und ot; \\\- street without a jiass, isarrested and imprisoned until he is rcle^t-^- •] by th..- Cohuu 1 of the rtyinienl he is from. Tht health oi our bv»ys is \er\ gi>u(i,.ind the. .ir. m the \try best of spirits, ^U'?. '.vouUl utit be aiiwliii g else but soldierT-. ^^ e will soon bemyrehii'g after 'he lebeis in siii«- ^lau w-- •^;iv !■ ;. \\..y that the work \\\\\ not lu i^ d u> (;>. e.une ii\er .ig-.;,!! V. u ^\ « ;■> L;..t''i 136 to hear the Junior Editor of your paper is in favor of the Union. He has the best wishes from the 102d Regiment tor his and her future. With this I must close. Yours respectaully, "JACKADE." Letter From the io2d Regiment. The 102d Seeing Service — Long Marches — Incidents on the Road — Devastation of War — Battle Grounds— The Aid Societies— Effect of Lincoln's Proclamation. Bowling Green, Ky., November 2, 1862, Since I last wrote you we have done some marching. We re- ceived orders on the 7th ultimo at Louisville, and by 1 o'clock p. m. that day (Sunday) were ready to march. Before leaving we were assigned to the 38th Brigade and 12th Division. Our Brigade was composed of the 129th 111. I. V., 111th O. V. I., 23d Mich, V. I. and the 102d O. V. I., our Regiment, under command of Col. Chapin, of the 23d Mich, acting Brig, Gen., and our Division commanded by Gen. Dumont. At 1 o'clock we commenced our march for Shelbyville, which was 31 miles distant, traveling until 7 o'clock that evening, then halted and gave the men a rest and time to get supper. The march was resumed at 1 o'clock in the morning and continued until 11 o'clock a. m.. when a halt was ordered for camping one mile north- west of Shelbyville. While coming that distance we noticed a number of places where Gen. Bragg had camped. We occupied the same ground for camp that the rebels had done. Our march was considered a good one for new or old troops. We remained in Shelbyville until Wednesday, the 10th, at which time we received orders to march to Frankfort, and in a very short time were on the road. The weather was very warm and every thing seemed to be dried up; water was scarce, and aur boys with their heavy knapsacks considered it dry soldiering. We marched until 10 o'clock that night, when we halted to rest. 137 Upon countino-the men in the 102d Regiment we could not make the number over one hundred men — the balance had stragg-led by the wayside and were not able to keep up. There was but 12 men in our company (Capt. Stout's) when we halted, and that number was as many as any ctmipany in the Reg-iment. When we stopped to rest the Caplain laid himself on the rails to sleep that nig-ht, all so tirtd that they were glad to get an opportunity to lie on the ground. We remained in camp (in a cornfield) until 10 o'clock that nig-bt, when a messenger arrived from our advance, a brigade of cavalry that there was fighting at Frankfort, and that we were wanted immediately. By that time 400 of our men had come up with US, making about 500 of our men for the 102d. Inhere were six miles to travel to get to Frankfort, and we made that distance by three o'clock Thursday morning. After halting and making a rough count, I think our Regiment, then present, numbered about 200 men, and the other regiments averaged about the same. We remained in the suburbs of the city about two hours, while the General and Stafl: made an examination of the place. We saw, and haltrd on the spot ^here the rebel Scott, with his cavalry attacked our cavalry; they made three dashes at our advance; but Vv'ere re- pulsed each time and finally driven out of the place. The casual- ities were as follows : The Confederates had eight men killed and 16 wounded; our loss was seven wounded. Our men followed them a considerable distance, succeeding in capturing a few of them. We crossed the Kentucky River into the main part of the cit}', and remained there about two hours, lotig enough to get something ?o eat, something scarce, as the rebels had been there about five weeks and cleaned the place of everything in the way of provisions and would not allow their inen to pay anything but their script trash. Gen. Bragg issued an order making it a military offense to refuse Confederate money in trade. The}"^ took all the goods in the wa}' of jeans, cloths and cassimeres that could be used for uni- forms and clothing. The rebels left a guard of 1,500 cavalry to hold the place and burn the bridge over the Kentucky River, but Gen. Sill with his division, made the mskedaddle. Shelled them on Sunday the 7th, and killed sixteen of their men and wounded quite a number. Gen. Sill then received orders to march to Law- renceburg, and consequently withdraw all Federal troops fr.im the place. As soon as he left Bragg sent his cavalry to occupy the city, which was held by them until we drove them out. We remained there until Saturday morning, the 12th, when we received marching orders again, and were soon on the way to Law us fenceburg-, 20 miles distance, faachin'g' oiu' ciefetinafioti after dafH' the same day. About an hour before our arrival the cavalry and Artillery of the advance had a skirmish with the rebels in the south end of the town. On Sunday, a force of infantry, artillery and cav- airy v/eiU eight miles east of the place to reconnoiter. They re- turned in the afternoon ^ith sixty secesh prisoners, ("butternuts' as the boys called them), a hard looking- set, dirty and rag-ged. You have seen them represented to life in the Kew York illusera- ted papers. Among- them Vv'asa Major, a Captain and a Lieuten-' ant. The Major had been captured tvice before, and each time had taken the oath. I do not know what his fate will be^ On Monday, the ISth, tve received orders to march to a place called Sulvisa, 14 miles from Lawrenceburg-, where we arrived at 4 o'clock p* m that day^ camping- over night. "Madam Rumor'' here reported that Gen. Buel had a fight with the rebels, captur- ing 30,000 men, and gave Bragg 30 hours to surrender his whole army! The nest morning, Tuesday, at 3 o^clock we started for Danville, 22 miles distant, and marched as far as Harrodsburg by 12 o'clock, m.j halting long enough to make a cup of coiBFee and eat sotne crachers, or "hardtack" the boys called them, While there I had the pleasure of making the acquaintance of Hon. John B. Thompson, of this state, whose speeches you will well remember while in the U. S. Senate. Among a few others he invited me tc have dinner with him. Mr. Thompson is truly a Union mania i^'ord and deed, and the Confederates have taken nearly everything from him. He has a broter in the rebel army, whom he hoped, he said, would be dealt with according to his deserts as a rebel. After leaving Harrodsburg we warched to Danville and campel over night, and then started for Crab Orchard, but did not get there that day, stopping at a place called Sanford. Thurs- day morning at 3 o'clock we started for Crab Orchard, and by 10 o'clock were in camp, where Buel's whole or greater part of the army vvas. We noticed a number of placed where there bad been skirmishking: the fences were down, and we could see where the artillery had been destructive. We remained in Crab Orchard until Monday^morning, vvben we received orders to about face and go back. On the 22d we came to Perryville, where th^ great fight commenced between Gen. McCook and Gen, Bragg. We halted about one hour in town seeing 1,200 wounded men. Every house and store-room in the place was used as a hospital. The sight was a sorrowful one; men with their arms and legs off, and I saw one poor fellow who had both arms and one leg off. He said he thought 139 lie would soon be able to "shuffle cards" with his other one. Here I met a Wooster boy, John Ublm; be had a flesh wound in his thigh, but was able to walk: The fight at that place was one of the blood- iest one of the war. We camped near the town that night, aod while there it was reported that an armistice had been agreed upon between President Lincoln and Jeff. Davis, that all hostilities should cease for 60 days. There was much rejoicing at the news, and all wished it might be true, and that this war would soon close. Since then we found that it was one of Madam Rumor,s falsehoods. From Louisville to Perry ville the country is very fine; farro- ers all have large farms and well improved, and very fine houses and plenty of darkies, or "Smoked Yankees," as they are often called. That reminds me of the late proclamation of the Presi- dent. I do not think it has had its desired effect; instead of injur- ing the reoels, it is driving out many heretofcre good Union raen. Too many persons have the idea that the niggers would all leave their masters if they had an opportunity. They are very much, very much mistaken in this. Those that do run away are "ener- ally worthless and laz}', which I knovv^ to be true from persondl observation. Leaving Perryville, we started for Lebanon, the terminus or the Louisville and Lebanon railroad, and had gone but four or five miles when we changed our route and followed the little stream known as the Rolling Fork, a branch of the Green River. After traveling two days we again changed the route and marched for Mumfordsville. On the morning of the 25th it commenced rain- ing; by 12 o'clock it turned lo freezing and by night it was snowing- We camped in a woods near by a one-horse town called Salem. Tbe snowing continued all night; and as we had no tents, in the rr.orning the men, as they lay sleeping in the woods looked like logs covered with snow\ It was a hard night for us. In the evening of the 27th we encamped within one mile of Mum- forusville. The country from Perryville to that piace is not ^vorth fighing for. On the morning of the 28th we had entered the Bowling Green pike, halting on the road at the east end of Mum- fordsville, where four battles had been fought, and where 4,000 of our men held their ground against 35,000 rebels and held th' for-- tifications until the rebels received reinforcements to about .'0 - 000, when the Federals had to surrender, after two days' ho.rd fighting against such great odds. The trees near the battle ground si.ow marks of bullets and cannon balls. At that place the rebels burnt the railroad bridge over the Green River, which prevented 140 the crossing o1 cSfs fof &CirCie tfrlie. Aftef leaving Muffiforcfst^ilfe tve were four days coming' to this place, Bowlinroperly sup- ported. Politics should be laid aside for the present, as we have 15^ work enough oa hand's tiow^ and if 1 maj be allowed tj predict, I would say: we must be united if we would be successful. Co. B boys are doing- finely — most of them enjoying^ good health. James- Wells, of Ashland, has been quite sick for several days, but is im- proving rapidly, Capt. Folwell seems to have the confidence of his men and is ably assisted in his duties by his Lieutenants Ames- and Roberts. Lieut. Roberts bears his prosperities meekly and fills the post he has been raised to with as much ability as any line officer in the regiment. Company K from the northern part of the county has suffered more from the ravages than our neighbor company B, but are in good spirits and tolerable health at this time. We have a few men. in the hospital at Bowling Green, some in Russellvile, and a limited number under medical treatment here. The boys from Orange are doing finely, except Sam Youngblood, Thomas Donly and Ja- cob Ely; nothing serious ailing any. Everything that can be done for the comfort of our men in being done, and lam happy to say the health of the men is improving. Allow me to publiclv acknowledge my indebtedness to Lieut. W. A. Beer for the able manner in which he has assisted me, and for the undivided attention he has ever given to nis duties. All through the long and laborious march Lieut, Beer was ever in his place, always tr^ncouragicg the men and occasionally relieving some of them by carrying their burdens. I am frank to admit the march was a little too much for me, but I got through by occasion- ally stealing a short ride. We lost no men on the march, but planteel the seeds of diso- lution in many a noble breast, and very shortly after arriving in Bowling Green, Ky., the destroyer commenced his work. We have lost six men, but we hope we will not be called on to record another death soon. The boys are getting used to camp life, and I think their health will improve. Lieut. Potter returned about the first of this month, after an absence of over two and a half months occasioned by sickness. You may yet hear something good of us. We are not fighting now, but forwarding supplies to the army at Murfreesboro. We are afraid some of our friends are not doing all in their power to assist us, and will feel discouraged il our worst enemy turns up in our rear. We hope for the best. I cannot refrain from writing a few lines in reply to the letter published in the Union(?) from D. W. Kagey, Orderlv Sergeant of Co. K, 102d Reg't., O. V. I. I was never more surprised in my life than when I saw that letter, for he expresses opinions there 1 153 TieveT'knew him 'co entertalti, and what is worse, he makes state- 'ments that are almost, if not entirely false, and what he must know to be untrue. He says some very ungenerous things, be- 'sides setting- himself up as a judge capable of deciding upon thehon- ■esty and loyalty of ''Cesser lights," such as Lincoln, Seward and Sumner. The '^footprints of despair" he tells about, can only b« seen through disloyal eyes, It is barely possible he discerns them. I think it rather unkind in him to say our three months' men "re- turned to their everlasting sharae," and it is my opinion that most of them areas loyal as the author of tbe sentence I have just quot- ed, and have less reason to feel ashamed. Judging their loyalty by their actions, and D. W.'s by his letter, I say give me the for- mer. I have just read a letter from Capt. O. Smith in which he speaks in unbounded praise of our soldiers, and thinks they will fight to a man for a cause they have so generously engaged in. The Cap- tain is doubtless as capable to judge of the feelings of the soldiers as D. W., and I assure you the tone of his letter has the ring of another metal. One of the boys of our company received a long- letter from a friend who is on the staff of Gen. Rosencrans, writ- ten since the great battle of Murfreesboro, and he is enthusiastic in his praise of our soldiers, and their determination to fight to the bitter end. He seems to have overlooked the bitter dissatis- faction in our army that D, W. knows to exist. I have conversed with soldiers and officers from different parts of the army, and I must say that if there is as much dissatisfaction as U. W. tells about, I can't see it. One place he says "the soldiers have been decieved once too often," and insinuates they are ripe for revolt, which is as utterly false as anything can be. It is malignant. If he meant what the language implies, he knew when he wrote it, he was writing what he himself could not believe. The most of this effusion of his will be news to the soldiers, even if it fails to be in. teresting. Col. Given does his duty, and takes as much interest in the wellfare of his men as anyone can. We have plenty to eat, drink and wear, and I can't see how we could have better fare in the tented field. I will dismiss the subject by saying that the opin- ions herein expressed concerning the soldiers are concurred in by the other officers from our company. Capt. John M. Sloam. In the same issue of the Times is a letter from Lieut. John T. Roberts, Co. B, who echoes the views of Capt. Sloan, and asserts that the whole reg-iraent repudiates trie letter of D. W. We tBinfe that Orderly Kag-ey made a ja;Teat mistake in stirring up a hornet's- nest and got most of the stings for his pains. Poor Kagey died at Tullahoma, and we would let the '*dead past be forgotten."' None of the 102d can say but that D. W. was a good soldier, but misguided in a political sense. Historian. Major Topping and Gso. A. Kellogg left for the 102d Regi- ment yesterday (March 4, 1863,). The Regiment is still at Clarks- "vi'lle. Tenn. Ashland Times, April 23, 1863. — Lieut. Ames returned last Friday from Co. B 102d, bringing with bim a large amount of money, some $18,000, for the families in this and adjoining counties.. The Lieutenant says he never felt better, and that the boya are in the best of spirits and are united against copperhead&. From the io2d Regiment. Clarksville, Tenn., May 23, 1863, Dear Sir: — An apology is due you for my neglect in writing, I deem it of interest to you to give you a short sketch of our pres- ent locality, country, and condition of our troops. We are now encamped at "Ft. Bruce,'' one mile from Clarks- ville. During the past two months the health of our Regimen' has gTeatly improved. We have comparatively few sick. The well-conducted hospital we have, in charge of A. V. Patterson, af- fords quite a comfortable home for the sick soldiers. The soft, fair hands of women continue each day to soothe the fevered brow, and their gentler voice seems to shorten the wearysome hours of the sick bed, Capt. Folwell is assigned to the command of two "24 pound- ers," which are mounted in the fort, and has a detachment from his company (B) to "man them." The boys are proud of the job, and feel the necessity of being well drilled in their responsible posi- tions, and the Captain is notv drilling them in good earnest. With t"he advantage of the fort, and this "lieavy artillery," we have whole cdtnmaBd of the surrounding- country. We see no display flag-s but vvhat we make ourselves. To the citizens of this place, ours aire too sacred for them to touch, and they seem to be ashamed of their own, while they *'look daggers''' at o«r well clot'jM and well diciplined troops. Our army is in good con^iition, and in moot excellent spirits. VVe know nothing of the "demoralization of our troops," spoken of so much in such g-lowing terms by the"peace men"of the North. It is t; ue we have seen some hardships, but nothing more than we anticipated when we volunteered, as many of us knew the hard- earned wages of the soldier, but we sacrificed home and friends to save the country and the flag that has protected us from t'h.-. cradle. .1 speak for the I02d, from a knowledge of its condition. No Colonel in the service commands more respect from 'iiis mea than does Col. Given. He has an intelligent regiment, and witii him as our leader, the 102d stands as a unit in the cause. It is ready and Vv'illing at any time to take up its line of march, battlin"- for right, though its pathway be beset with toi^s, perils and dag- gers. I am a 'Memocrat," and still proud o£ that once honored name but it grieves me to hear "traitors" c-alling themselves "demo- crats," and croaking for "peace," as. long as there is an armed fo.,? stalking for their country. There can be no "peace," we want ni< "peace"' until the Government at Washington be acknowledged bv all to be legitimate, and the states now in "rebellion," are repre- sented, and our onr honored flag again floats over everv nook ami corner of the so-called "Southern Confeaeracy." We are stationed here for the present, having no assurance of remaining during the war, and have no knowledge ot our next destination. I have the duty to perform that has been as- signed me since our organization, viz.: taking charge of the ma;! for the regiment. We get mail regular now, once a day. It al- ways gives me much pleasure to bring a large mail to camp. Yours truly, James W. Wells. Resigned. April -, 1863.— Captain Harpster has resigned his commar.l in the 102tl Regiment, and returned home. He is warmly re- ceived by his numerous friends. 1S6 Letter From tfie 1026. Regiment. Clare:svill-e^ Tenn., Aug^ust 19, 186J. EBlTcift Rjii'UJiLiOAN— Dear Sir: — In reEding-^^our paper of late I can see nothing from the 102d Regiment. We are getting along" finely— in the same old place — have a great deal of duty to do; the boys are on every other day. Vfe expect it easier in a short time, aS' the Regiment is to be filled up with recruits; hope we will get a few from old Wayne. Thisisjast the best place in the world to make good Union men out of copperheads, and we will! insure a cure; al! they will hjii^e to do will be to keep their eyes peeled and notice til" e way things are carried on to be convinced of the justice of pus-iivng mattery to the bitter end of liberating the pceple from their worse than slavery, and of punishing the leaders of thi& wicked reJiellion ap\they deserve. There is scarcely a family in the city of CiarksviUd but mourns the loss of a father, son or broth- er. Some have lost all — a sacrifice to ambition. The 14tb Tewnessee^ a regiment 950 strong, raised at this- place, two and and half yeats ago, is now entirely wiped out. At the battle of Gettysburg- the regiment went into the fight with 60 men, all told, and in a despjsrate charge, where Federal cannon and volleys of musketry swept tLre pl^in^ the once 950 were felled to- the ground dead, dying and wounded, left in the hands of the ene- my. We learned that in this chargCN^nly three men out of the 60 escaped, all the rest were killed or wounded. Desertions are frequent, they come into our lines daily, and oh ! what a sight they are ! No wonder they are sick of the war^ Ragged and dirty, some without hat or shoes, and their lank forms tell too plainly bow they lived. They own 'tis no use fighting any longer, their cause is hopeless. The health of the Regiment is very good, but few are sick, and this is called the worst time of the year for sickness* Few deaths- occur, but in that fev/ was numbered our dear friend Will Bardon. We burried him yesterday, after a short illnesis, during which time he suffered much, but died easy. Every possible care was taken of him. Friends were with him all the time, administering to his wants and cheering him up, but to no purpose, the mighty hand of death has torn him from us, laid waste and desola'-e the hearts and home he left scarce one year ago, so full of hope, so patient and uncomplaining. He was a favorite with all. None knew him but to love him. We deeply sympathize with his family in their bereFiVement. They have lost "a good and dutiful son, a kind and affectionate brother. The weather is excessively warm here now, 'tis the warmest of the year, but "we all" stand it first-rate, it does not affect us any more now than those who have lived here all their lives. We of Ohio are of a much sturdier build, more fully developed; and capable of enduring- more hardships than those of the south. Very few of them do any work at all. They lay in the shade and let "Cuffey"' doit for them. Those not able to live without work are counted as nothing-. They are the "poor white trash." That kind of business is about played out. The slaves have found out they can get much better living and do not have to "work so hard on the fortifications. They have a good many employ- ed on the works around Clarksville. They have built a tort (Fort Bruce) under the direction of Lieut. Beach, of the 1st Tennessee Battery, that will stand as a monument of the "war for the Union'* for ages to come. It is a splendid fort, equal in streng^th and a much better situation than Fort Donalson. We are having our fill of fruit just now. Peaches are Very plenty, and apples too. This is a great country for all kinds of f ruit» I almost forgot to tell you that our Regiment boasts of a brass band, and a good one too, for the time they have had to practice. The instruments were purchased by contributions from the men* 1 must say that a more liberal regiment cannot be found in the service than the 102d. The folks at home can be proud of it^ and rest assured it will do its duty in action if ever called upon. It calls forth praise from every one that has seen it, for the manly bearing and soldierly attainments of its members. J. C. B., Co. F, 102o Reg't. O. V. L Letter From the io2d Regiments Cowan Station, Tenn., Sept 27, 1863. Editor Republican — Dear Sir: — You have doubtless heard ere this of our departure from Clarksville. We left there on the 21st for Nashvile, at which place we arrived on the 24th. The march was easy compared with what we have had, but the boys not being used to it for some time it went pretty rough with some of them. Sore feet were quite plenty. We made quite a disp'Tay pussTdrg" tfrroirgii N'asbvirie, with otrr eolo-rs floating in the breeze, the brass band in the distance making: the streets reeebo with sweet and soul stirring- airs. The manly bearing of the men and the orderly manner of their marchings elicited praise from all. After camping a few hoars oatside the city,, we received marching- orders, it was ramored to Stevenson, Ala. Brig. Gen. Granger and staff, accompanied by Gen. Dumoet, came up to see and bid us good bye= Our bully little General was well pleased with us. He said be was sorry to part with us so soon, as we were a model regiment, and be had hoped to have us with him, but at this time it v/as impassible. After he had done speaking the band struck up "the Star Spangled Banner," preceded by three rousing cheers. Orders were then given to "fall in," and away we v/ent to the depot arriving at which we were soon *'all aboard,"" and after some delay got off. The regiment being very large it was divided into two battal- lions, each having a train of its own. Nothing happened to our bat- tallion on the trip, but not so with the 2d battallion, Lieut. Rid- dle, of Co. E, in some way slipped from the cars, was run over and killed. He was a good and brave officer, liked by all. His loss is felt by more than his own company. We passed large trains loaded with the wounded of the late battle. They were mostly from Gen. Thomas's corps and had stood the brunt ot the battle. They say our boys fought until their guns were so not they could not load them, and would thea throw them down and pick up others. They took rebel prison- ers only four hours off the cars from Richmond. The rebels of Longstreet's and Hill's corps fought like devils. As they charged on our men they would yell, ''Here's your Eastern soldiers, you are not fighting Bragg 's men now." Our men replied, "You are not fighting the army of the Potomac now either," and so they learned from sad experience. On our arrival at Tullahoma orders were received to divide the regiment and station one battallion at Elk River and the other atCowan Station, fifteen miles below Tullahoma, a very im- portant point on the line of communication between Nashville and Chattanooga. It is the last watering station along the route, and a considerable quantity of provisions are stored here for the use of the army. We are camped almost at the foot of the Cumberland Mount- ains, in the poorest, most God-forsaken looking country I ever saw 159 We can get nothing- 'bere Vot orar rations o! fiardtack and sowbelly. The country is devoid of everything, neither fruit nor vegetables of any kind can be had, except what little can be got from Nash- ville. The people are in a starving condition ; they have until late* Hy been drawing rations from the Government, Col. Given now commands our Brigade and has his headquar- ters at this place. Lieut. Col. Bowman has command of the 1st battalion, Major Elliott the 2d, stationed at Elk Riven The Ihealth of the regiment remains good, how long it will be so I am finable to say, as our present style of living is not calculated to promote health, J. C. B., Co. F, A Card of Thanks. The citizens of Smithville presented a beautiful sword to Lieut. E. A. Palmur, of Co. H, 102d O. V. I., for which Lieut. Palmer returns thanks in a letter dated Aug. 7, 1863, at Clarks- ville, Tenn. Letter From the io2d Regiments Headquarters Co. H, 102d O. V. I. Nashville, Tenn., December 26, 1863. The box you sent us so richly laden with the good things from home, has met the warmest reception. I cannot refrain from expressing profound gratitude fof the kindness you have so gen- erously manifested toward me and my worthy comrades in arms. How it did tickle our gustatory propensities when those rich lux- uries were spread out before us. Canned peaches, applebutter, pound cakes, sausage, dried apples, tobacco and cheese, were on- ly a part of the contents; and among these came the sheet anchor of the vegetable world — sauer kraut! Oh, glorious sauer kraut! the nutricious flavor which it affords is enough to make glad any soldier, enliven the depressed and excite a smiling countenance on every Dutchman. It reminded us of the days of peace, when 160 was a stranger and plenty smiled throughout the land. Tbe box came here on the 24th inst,, in time to afford us a Merry Christ- mas. Be assured that we enjoyed it almost beyond measure, and while we were thus indulging-, we remembered with grateful hearts the donDrs of this happv feast. Accept our thanks for this mark of kindness, and believe me that such manifestations from friends at home, inspires us with renewed energy to stand as a wall between them and our country's foes. Very respectfully your friend, Sergeant Strecy. From the i0 2d Regiment. The following from a well-posthd soldier in the 102d Ohio, will be read with much interest by the people of Wayne county. We think that the prompt action of the Government in Lieut. Col. Bowman's case is commendable, and the dose should be repeated as often as a similar offense accurs; and, at the same time, we do not doubt what our corresponent savs in regard to the good stand- ing as a gentlemen and soldier: Nashville, Tenn., March 19, 1864. Editor Wooster Republican — Dear Sir: — Doubtless a few lines from the 102 Ohio at this time will not be unacceptable, as you are aware the Regiment is now doing Post duty at the city of NashAille, having been here since the first of November last. The Regiment is in fine condition, the boys buoyant with hope and con- fident of the ultimate and speedy overthrow of the rebellion. The sturdy old soldier, Col. Given, is in command. Major Elliott is de- tached to command of State Penitentiary, and Capt. Rowcas Asst. Insp. Gen. of Brigade, and therefore on Staff of Gen. R. S. Granger. The other Wayne county officers are with their commands, de- voting their attention to the manifold duties upon them devolving, as becomes officers and gentlemen, which they are. But the object of this letter is to speak with reference to the summary dismissal of Lieut. Col. George H. Bowman. The inci- dent which terminated so fatally to our Lieutenant Colonel oc- curred at a Christmas dinner g-iven by Gen. Ward at his head- •quarters. There assembled were most of the commanding officers of the Post, and among them one Lieut. Col. Morgan, of a colored •regiment. Morgan, who, having been a Lieutenant and A. A. A. ■Gen. to Col. Bruce at Clarksvillc, had formed some slight acquirt- tance \Aith Col. Bownan, presented himself, extending his hand lo Col. Bowman, who turned and walked away, and afterwards in compan}'^ with those whom he supposed his friends, made some remarks not altogether friendly to negro service, which were overheard by a renegade, thrice convicted jail bird, now in the Penitentiary here, wlio hastened away to tell Col. Morgan, who, was his jTirivilege, complained to the proper authority. Knowl- edge of the affair having come to the President with the evidence •before him he has deemed it proper and expedient to dismiss the Lieutenant Colonel, but in doing so he has deprived the service of as fine a gentleman, as firm and steadfast a supporter of the Gov- ernment, and as brave, etiergetic and loyal soldier as sports the livery of Uncle Sam. While in command of the regiment he de- voted time and energies exclusively to the proper training, edu- cation and dicipline o: the same wholly engaged upon making it efficient whether on duty or on the battle field. With those of his command he was stern though kind, affable and generous, ever ready to hearken to counsel, when consistent with his duties, from the humblest private in the ranks. As a testimony to the extent to which he has endeared him- self to the command we beg leave to introduce the following upon which the vote was unanimous: Resolved, First-, by the non-commissioned officers and sol- dier of the 102d Regiment O. V. I., that we have learned with sor- row the dismissal from the service of the United States of our es- teemed Lieut. Col. George H. Bowman; and without murmuring of what has been done, we unite in declaring our unlimited confi- dence in his courage and excellent qualities as an officer and gen- tleman, and would gladly hail his restoration to us again. Resolved, Second, that a copy of these resolutions be deliv- ered by the Chairman to Lieut. Col. George H. Bowman. Finally their ebullient feelings culminated, as if it were a thing inevitable, in an assembly before the Lieutenaut Colonel's tent, on the eve of his departure. The accomplished brass band of the Regiment, under the leadership of Mr. Richards, executed some fine pieces of soul- stirring music, known favorites of the Colonel's, when he appeared 162 in the midst of the assembly, and was hoisted high upon the shoul- ders of the sturdy members of Co, '"C," (which the Colonel raised, as the best means of expressing their intense feelings of sympathy, while their stentorian voices told of their appreciation. The Colonel then delivered an address, short, neat and ap- propriate, concluding with saying that he wished to shake each member of the Regiment by the hand, thereupon the men crowd- ed around him, and as with each hand he grasped their own, big tears of regret and sorrotv rolled down many a manly cheek, such as we have not witnessed for nineteen months, when husband took leave of beloved wife and child, brother of dear sister and son of sainted mother. Hoping that all things may work together to the triumphant ^vindication of the National cause, I remain, Very respectfully^ Hughes. Death of a Soldier, At the United States General Hospital on the 23d of April. 1864, of small pox, Frederick Rockenfelder, ot Co. K, 102d O. V. I., Capt. Sloan's company. — Ashland Times. Death of a Soldier, We were pained to hear of the death of John Battler, private in Co. K, 102d Regiment, Capt. Sloan's company, at Clarksville.. Tenn. Mr. Sattler was regarded as-one of the best soldiers in the regiment, always at his post of duty. — Ashland Times, From the io2d Regiment. The following are the Union naajorities in companies B and Kof the 102d Regiment: Brough, Gov.. 46; Carey, Reps. 62; Ingmund, Judge, 58; Par- mely, 50; Vermily, 55; Gass, Senator, 53; Barber, Clerk, 60; Bugh- nell, Treas., 47; Grabell, 59. 1G3 Mr. Levi McCaulej' will leave for Nashville, Tenn., witli sani- tary stores, clothing-, &c., for the boys of the 102d Regiment, O. V. I. and others in that vicinity. He will start on the 15th day of December. Let the friends of the boys in the field g-et ready their supplies, and bring- them to the-store of J. A. & T. Miller, Ashland, where they will be packed. Let their be a good donation made to the 102d. We believe there has been no g-eneral donation ever been made to the boys in the regiment. Give them one worthy of Ashland county. A Card Frim the io2d Regiment. Camp 102d Reg't. O. V. I. Nashville, Tenm., December 24, 1864. Mr. Editor: — "We, the soldiers of the 102d Regiment, O. V. L wish to express through the columns of your paper, our heartfelt thanks to the kin<1 people of Ashland county, for the good things sent to us under the care of Mr. McCauley. Everything throug-h safe and in good condition. We were much pleased with the do- nation and the friends at home can rest assured that we will long- remember them for their kindness, and to-morrow we will once more enjoy a good old fashioned Christmas dinner. We are in good health and well fixed for the winter. Ashland County Boys 102d Regiment. Christmas Feast for the i0 2d Regiment. I purpose shipping a box to the 102d Regiment on Monday December 15th. Persons desiring sending articles to their friends, such as fruits, butter, etc., can leave them at the jewelry store of W. S. Rowe & Bro., south-east corner of Public Square. Death of a Soldier. We find in in the Ohio State Journal of the 20th of April, 1864, that Andrew Gordon of Co. K. 102d Regiment, died at the U. S. Hospital at Nashville, Tenn. Mr. Gordon was a member of Capt. 164 Sloan ''s cam{>aoy, wblcb went from' this cou-nty in' the fall of I86Z His parents reside in Orange or Jackson Townsnip. — Ashland Times. Letter From the io2d Regimentc The Health of the Regiment. Their Firmness and Patriotism,- They Go For Old Abe. Headquarters Co. F, 102d, O. V. I. | Bellefonte. Ala., August 23,1864* f Thinking that it would not be taken amiss by the many patrons of your valuable Journal, I have taken the liberty to appro- priate a portion of my leisure time not occupied by the thousand and one duties of camp life, in jotting down what little of interest there is transpiring with us here in Alabama. The regiment is at present divided into detachments and distributed as patrols along the Tennessee Rriver for the distance of 30 miles, for the purpose of preventing any rebel force making- an invasion on Gen. Sherman'^s line of communications. Col. Giv- en remrnns in command of the right wing, and has his headquar- ters at Bellefonte, while Lieut. Col. Elliott, in command of the left wing, is at Dodsonville, a place further down the river. The health of the regiment is good, with the exception of a few cases of the ague. The boys appear to be enjoying themselves, and I think they are much better satisfied than they have b«en at any time heretofore. The rebels are quite plentiful along the river and skirmishing with them has become a f req uent occurrence. We have made several raids across the river of late, and suc- ceeded in breaking up a troublesome band of guerrillas, under the lead of one Gid Starkey, a desperado of some notoriety. We also destroyed a large amount of property, and after playing the mischief in general we retired to camp with our spoils and pris- oners. A decided Union feeling is developing itself among the citizens in our vicinity, and many openl}^ and fearlessly express the wish thn^ cnrrp«<5 mpv roc^f npon otir arrrts arid the TTnir'n ap'ain be re 165 stored. The g-entlemanly deportment of the regiment g-enerally towards non-combatants have won their respect, and has, in a g-reat measure, removed the universal predjudice ag-ainst the peo- ple of the North so characteristic ot the Southerners, and they own up that we have been misrepresented to them by their lead- ers, when they were led out of the Union, by the chain of seces- sion. Col. Given has rig-orously forbidden all foraging or tresspass- ing on private property, without a special order or permit, and to that effect he has issued an order and caused it to be read to every detachment at roll call. Lieut. Sands is the present commander of the company in the absence of Capt. Rowe and Lieut. Johnson. Lieut. Sands is a model officer and has many friends among those under his com- mand. He does his duty well and has proven himself a brave sol- dier and a gentleman. In reference to political matters, I suppose it would be inter- esting to our friends to know that our patriotism is unabated, and that we have the same unbounded confidence in the course of the Administration, and we are firm in the belief as ever that it will ultimately destroy the hydra headed monster treason and restore our distracted country to peace and prosperity. We can only see but one issue to the war, and that is to fight, "Till the last armed foe expires,'* or they consent to a reconstrucion of the Union. The news from all portions of the army are indeed cheering and promise a speedy end to the rebellion. It is generally believed among the soldiers that the present year will end the war. I hope they may not be disappointed. Yet it would be a hundred times better to let the war coninue for years than to have a peace that will be a dishonor to the Government. We are having some beautiful weather at present, quite cool and desirable after the excessive heat during the summer. As my letter has already assumed a greater length than I at first in- tended, I will close, hoping that it will have performed its mission, J. W. C. 166 From the 1026. Regiment, Headquartkrs 102d O. V. I. Decatur, Ala., September 26, 1864. It is with different feeling's I address you, from any time pre- viously. Part of our reg-iment has been in an eng-agement with the enemy, and I am sorry to say that 175 of the regiment killed^ wounded and captured. But few, however, are killed or wounded; the balance are prisoners of war. On the 24th inst., we were ordered to Athens, 18 miles from here, to reinforce the garrison there. At the time the order came, I was out scouting with part of the company. Our boys started with part of the 18th Mich., and fought the enemy for four miles, and were within 100 yards of the fort at Athens, (it having previ- ously surrendered,) was surrounded, and by overwhelming num- bers, compelled to surrender to Gen. Forest. Below we give the names of killed, wounded and prisoners in companies B and K, of the 102d Regiment: Co. B— Wounded— Sergeant W. H. White, H. Ridgely. They are in the hospital. Prisoners — Oscar Swineford, I. McCrea, R. Richards, Henry Krebbs, James Mercer, Wm. Pitinger, S. Potter, S. Richey, S. Slacher, H. Spafford, Joseph Wells, James Wells, M. Woods, Asa Webster, A. Bahn, D. Fisher, Jr., Samuel Hamer. In hospital, sick — A. Wissmore. — Total of company 21. Co. K— Capt. J. M. Sloan, M. W. Fast, W. H. Sprinkle, Jr., A. Fast, W. H. Anderson, J. B. Bechtell, J. F. Bryan, B. Burnside, J. Cassel, James Harrington, John T. Hartman, J. Kauffman, John Kissel, R. Leidig, J. Romain, Jeremiah Senger, George Steinmetz. J. Stofer, James Walker, Henry G. Smith. In hospital, sick and prisoners, E. Y. Morris, Charles P. Ogden, total 22. I cannot speak definitely of the fate of the above. They are reported as prisoners. Some of them may be killed or wounded, but I hope not; they are simply reported prisoners of war. Our communication is now cut, and as soon as the railroad is repaired, I will write you again. I presume there would have been some excitement in Ashland last Sabbath, if the news of the cap- ture of parts of companies B and K had been known there. I hope the fate of our brave comrades may not be as hard a» some of the prisoners in the{ hands of the rebels, but what can we expect from men who would rebel against such a country as ours. I 167 I never felt better, as far as health is concerned. I will try and not let the rebels gobble me up. Present my kind regards to all my friends. I have just re- ceived orders to march; we goon a three days' scout. I will write on my return. Affectionately, H. Ames. LETTER FROM CAPTAIN WAITS. For the benefit of the friends of my company, (G), 102d Regi« ment, who were captured at Athens, Ala., on the 24th of Septem- ber last, I will give a list of the captured, viz.: Daniel Kites, Sergt., E. Wailick, Corp., S. Frazier, Corp.. D. Johns, Corp., John Williams. Martin Williams, Kirk Slegel, M. Warner, John Schrader, John Mullett, Henry Taylor, Simon P. Price, Daniel Leighland, L. Remington, Isaac Trussel, H. Wach- tel, Samuel Stearns, Jacob Rice, W. Wallace, W. Tetters. Henry Taylor was killed, Washington Teters wounded, but doing well when last I heard from him. John Mullett died since he was put in prison. I had a note from then the 7th of November, the day I left Meridian, for Memphis, Tenn. They reported themselves well, and in good spirits. We sent them $1,000 in Con- federate money from Memphis by Capt. Henderson, who has charge of the prison in Cahaba, where the men are. A. Waits, Captain. FROM THE 102D OHIO, The Account of the Battle at Athens, Ala. List of Casualities. We are kindly permitted to publish the following extracts from a private letter received by Mr. John Van Meter, of Wooster, from his son Curtis of Co. I, 102d Ohio. We may add that a num- ber of the Wayne county boys have returned to the regiment since 168 the letter was written, and that the number lost is not as larg-e as was at first supposed. The letter sa5's: Decatur, Ala., September 29, 1854. Dear Parents:— On the 22d the rebs made a raid on the rail- road and tore it up and cut the teleg-rapb wire and commenced sacking- the town of Athens, but the niggrrs kept them out of the fort and prevented commissary stores from falling- into their hands during- the night. In the meantime, an order was dispatched for all the effective men in the regiment to go on a raid, except the pickets that were out at the time. Our regiment mustered 152 men and 11 officers. The 18th Mich, regiment sent 215 men and several officers making in all about 370 men and took the cars about midnight and running to about four miles of Athens, where the track was torn up, but never suspectipg any force of rebels being there at the time. So they got off the cars, and threw for- ward skirmishers, which were fired upon immediately after de- ploying themselves. Our little column advanced cautiously, driv- ing the rebels before them, until they came to within about two miles of Athens, when a large forch of rebels suddenly emerged from the woods, and then the combat was renewed with redoubled vigor. Our boys still continued to drive the rebels until they came to within about one mile of Athens, when a force of about 4,000 sud- denly came upon them. But fortunately the bovs took shelter behind a large pile of wood near the raiload and used it as breast works, but the rebels got around to the rear .-nd commenced firing upon them, then the boys commenced making breast works both in front and rear, the front rank men fighting one way and the rear rank men flighting the other. But both ends of their breast works were open and the rebels improved the op- portunit}^ for thev got their artillerv into position and raked the W3od-pile from end to end. Then the boys took the wood from the sides and piled it up at the ends to prevent the artillery from doing so much destruction. But no sooner bad they removed the wood than did the 4,000 rebels again dash in upon them. This time the boys were compelled to abandon their works. The rebels got between the skirmish line and the regiment and thus cut off the skirmishers and captured the most of them. Some took to the woods and escaped, but only a few of them though. The remainder of the boys fonght on, endeavoring and hoping to reach the tort in safety. When the}^ were within half a mile of the fort, thev found it surrendered, and tho guns were thent urned 16:) Tjpoti tbem from the tort. This must hav^e been a critical moment. Our boys were surroanded on all sides by tar superior numbers, and being exposed to a murderous tire, stood their ground and fought like heroes, uniil their ammunition had beea exhausted and all hopes of escape or reinforcements had vanished, and not until then did they surrender. If that Colonel m the tort had not surrendered, and held out for half aa hour looger and helped our boys, they would have fought their way to the fort and gained an entrance and then could have -defied the whole 6,000 rebels that were in the town. The Colond surrendered the fort and his whole regiment of niggers, also two block-houses, which was under his command. They also captured about 40 men that were sick in the hospital there, belonging to our regiment. They took all of the boys away t'jat were able to stand. One boy from Co. D, of our regiment, played off on them a little, and they left him. He came down yesterday. I will give the list of casualities as far as I know. We had 11 ofi&cers from our regi- ment with the band of boy».: Names of officers: Lieut. Col. Elliott, mortally wounded in the head; Maj. Huston, slightly wounded in the head; Maj, Patter- son, unhurt, but- prisoner, Capt. Zody, wounded in both legs and left shoulder; Capt. Sloan, prisoner and unhurt; Capt. Waits, pris- oner and unhurt; Capt. Lobach, slightly wounded; Lieut. Hinkle, slightly wounded; Lieut. Farmer, prisoner and unhurt; Lieut. Castor, fate unknown but snpposed to be killed; Lieut. Sands, supposed to be wounded. Here is alist of names of boys from Co. I, that were in the scout; Philip L. Horn, Wm. H. H. Wasson, Godfrey Omweg, Joseph McKelvey, George S. Schmutz, John C. Schmutz, Henry Judd, and Hamilton Weiler, (killed). We do not know if any of these are killed or not. We had three boys^from our company in the hospital at Athens at the time of the fight, two of whom were taken. Their names are: Em- men F. Taggart and Jacob Drobenstott, David Wagner was too sick to be moved. Our regiment lost 17 killed and 40 wounded, making an aggre- gate of 56 men in killed and wounded, over one-third the number we sent. That was pretty roug-h, wasn't it? Curt VanMeteh. 071 Complete List of the Captured at Athens, Afabama. We have been furnished the following complete list of the cap- tured of the 102d Ohio by the Adjutant of the Regiment, Lieut. McMonigal. He says: Thinking the friends v^ould like to see a complete list of the captured of the 102d, I will give you the names as furnished me from the company records: Co. H- — Corporals, James Huntsberger, Benj. Mnsser, Wm, Crow, Gideon Harrington, Wm. Mauk. Privates, John Baney, Henry Bahl, Otto Bardon, Amos Brenizer, D. T. Brenizer, Wm, S. Boone, Wm. M. Bricker, H. Chrintine, Alex. Heim, Cyrus Smith, W. S. Tracey, Wm. C. Waldorf, W. H. Woodruff, Miles Wells, T. J. Winn, R.C. Landes. Co. F — Robert Sands, 2d Lieut., Isaac J. Bechtel, Sergeant. Privates, George Anderson, Wm, Keeler, Orlando Merkel, J. H, Robison, Chas, W. Shoup, Henry Sidle, George Sheperly, I. Saun-- ders, D. G. Stine, Robert Tolbet, Wm. Weiker, and A. Biggs. Co. I— First Lieut. David Hinkle, Sergeants, Wm. H. H. Was- son, Godfrey Omvveg, Corporal Luther H. Weiler. ' Privates, Philip L. Horn, . Henry Judd, Joseph McKelvey, George S. Schmutz, John C. Schmutz, J. D. Drabenstott, Emmet F. Taggart. The above list is complete so far as the missing are concerned. None of the Wayne county boys of the companies were killed. Lin Jeffries of the 9th Ohio was taken at the time the fort was sur- rendered. Quite a number was wounded, but nothing reliable re- ceived as yet. Letter From Colonel Given. The I Old Regiment in Battle. List of Casualities. We are kindly permitted by Mrs. Given to publish the follow- ing letter from Col. Given, of the 102d Ohio, giving a brief account of the attack made on Decatur by Hood's army of 35,000, with a list of the wounded in the 102d. The letter will be read with deep interest by all who have friends in the 102d. r7i Headoxjarters, 102d O. V. I. } t)ECATUR, Ala., November 1, 1864. f Dear Wife: — lam just in receipt of yours of the 23d ult. One M'eek ago I wrote you a long- letter which I hope you have received. 'On the next day the enemy 35,000 strong, under Gen. Beaureo-ard, •attacked this post, vigorously, and the fig-ht continued from that •day (Wednesday Oct. 26,) until Sunday morning-, when he raised the siege and left northward. We foug-ht like tigers, or we would all have been captured. Officers and men of the 102d behaved val- iently and fought like veterans. I v.'as in command of Fort No. 2, with my own and part of the 13ih Wis. regiment, and a battery of six guns. We had none killed and but sis wounded, one «evere, but will recover — five slight. I did not have my clothes off for four days and nights, and so of the men, and we worked the first two nights in a drenching- rain and without shelter. We may have another fight soon at this place, (thouo-h I think not,) or we may follow the enemy. You will soon hear exciting news from this region. List of wounded in the 102d Regiment: John Stone, Co. E, leg-, severe. John G. Brown. Co. G, shoulder. David W. Douglas, Co. I, side. Wm. -Langen, Co. B, hip. Joshua Carr, Co. F, left knee, David Branstetter, Co. F, arm. The enemy's loss in killed and wounded was about SOOand ours was less than 100. We took about 200 prisoners and had about fifteen men captured. I will give you further particulars when I get time. We are busy here. I am well — all are well. Affectionately yours, Wm. Given. From the io2d Regiment. We are kindly permitted to publish the following extract from a letter written by Lieut. McMonigal, of the 102d Ohio to his wife in Wooster, The letter will be highly interesting to all who have friends in the 102d Ohio: Headquarters, 102d Reg't., O. V. I. Decatur, Ala., October 30, 1864. I wrote you a letter on the 26th inst., in which I mentioned the 172 fact that our picl;-ht times, you had better believe, and had they come on that af- ternoon, we would, doubtless, be enroute for Dixie, or otherwise ' played out." Hood's force was not less than 40,0GO strong, (the number given by prisoners that were captured), while our whole effective force was scarcely 2,000. So, you see, ourr case was des- ]>erate, and onl}' stubborn fighting kept them out of our outer field works, and had they known certainly how small a force we had to oppose tbem,. doubtless they would have "come right in to- see us."' The 1st Tennessee Battery, Co. B, commanded by Capt. Beach, and the 2d Illinois Battery, Co. D^ commanded by 1st Lient Barger, and Co. F, 1st Ohio Rattery, (the commander I do not know) kept them so busy, being well supported by the 2d Tennessee and the 110th Indiana cavalry, that^they concluded that it was best to draw off that night. Reinforcemets came to our re- lief "double quick, the 13th Michigan 140 men, and three commis- sioned officers; the 3d, 4th, and 29th Michigan regiments, all new^ the 78d Indiana, 174th Ohio, new, and the 14th U. S. colored, Col. Morgan, commanding, came in, together with two pieces of artil- lery, one 24-poander and one 12-pound howitzer. All told, our force was very nearly, if not quite, 6,000 men, and I think we could have made the "chivalry" some work before they would get possession of Decatur. They only left us yesterday, having stayed with ua- from the 26th to the 29th inst., all of which time was passed by U9 with much anxiety, and with almost constant skirmishing between their pickets and ours. The 1st Tennessee Battery lost three men and ten horses, all killed almost instantly, our regiment had seven men wounded, but only one seriously, and that is onlj a flesh wound, the bone escaping entirely. He was hit by one of the rebel sharp-shooters, at a distance of about half a mile. John Baumgardner, I think, got a little scratcq; the others you don't know. The 14th U S. Colored lost five commissioned officers and 40 enlisted men in killed and wounded, losing 10 enlisted men and two officers in the first charge they made on a rebel battery. In the second charge they succeded in spiking two guns of the bat- tery, there being six in all. Theyare a splendid regiment of men, and would fight the devil, if be would come at them in the shape of a "Johnny Reb." The morning of the 27th, there was great 173 •s-prort over alUtle hand of 40 men, seven o! tbe 102d, four trora the 13th Wisconsin, and the balance, 28, from the 18th Michigan, com- •manded by Capt, Moore, of the 18th Michigan, most of them were clerks and orderlies at Gen. Granger's Headquarters, made a sor- tie and captured two field and three line officers, and US men. On the night of the 26th, or rather 3 o'clock a. m., 27th, tbe rebels charged our pickets, driving them back under cover of the guns of the Fort, when they (the rebels) commeaced digging "gopher boles," and in tbe morning they made it quite unhealthy for us to show' our heads above the breast works. Those boys went to General Granger and volunteered to dislodge the "Johnnies," which thev did by creeping down tbe river bank, and getting in- to their rear, then making a charge on them. It was the most laughable thing I ever saw in my life, to see those "Gray-backs" creeping up ou.t of their holes, some of them containing five or six rebels. They would climb out over each other, and wave their bands, hats, or white rags, and run towards our boys, who soon marched them into the fort, amid the booming of cannon, rattling of musketry and cheers of tbe men. Our entire loss in killed, wounded and missing is estimated at 100, which I really think an over estimate. The loss of tbe en- emy as reported by themselves, is over 500, and I am confident thev suffered terriblv from our shot and shell. Gen. Sherman telegraphed Gen. Granger "to bold them till he came up and there would be an end to a large portion of the Southern Confederacy." He was to be here to-day or last night, but Granger telegraphed bim tbe state of affairs, and I think it doubtful whether he will stopbere now, but rather keep on after Hood. He (Hood) in- tended to cross the Tennessee River, but I think that bis game is check-mated, as there is a tremendous force opposing him in front, while Sherman is pommeling bim in tbe rear. I will write you tbe particulars as often as it is possible for me to do. Don't feel uneasy about me in tbe least. I am quite well, as are all the rest. Believe me ever &c., W. H. McMONlGAL, Lieut, and Adj. 102d O. V. L Vote of the io2cl Regiment. In a letter to Mr. Baumgardner, in V^ooster, Capt. Beerbow- 174 er, of Co. I, 102d Ohio, dated, Decatur, Nov. 9, gi'ves the following' vote of the regiment for President: Wayne county Soldiers, Companies H, F and I, Ashland " " " B and K, Richland '^ " " C, D and E. Holmes " " '' A and G, Other counties, Total in Regiment, Union majorities, Co. I, (Capt, Beerbower's) UNION DEIV 103 17 45 14 81 10 65 10 19 2 313 52 261 40 5 General Granger's Order. The following- order was issued by Gen. Granger, after Beau- regard withdrew from before Decatur: Headquarters Dlstrict Northern Alabama, [ Decatttr, Ala., October 30, 1864. \ General Order No. 29. The General Commanding takes pleasure in announcing to his command that Gen. Hood, with his whole army, has given up the attempt of this place and disappeared from our front. It is positively known that this force composed of the veterans of the Confederate States army in the West, under their ablest leaders, not less than (35,000) thirty-five thousand strong, and with ample artillery, left Palmetto, Ga., with the intention of tak- ing Decatur; as its occupation was deemed absolutely essential to them in their further offensive operations in Middle Tennessee. In view of this, their withdrawal from our front, after the seri- ous demonstrations made by them, can beatributed only to the ener- gy and industry of our troops, their manifest willingness to meet the enemy at any threatened point, and their gallantry, whenever opportunity offered for active operations. General Beauregard, himself, after the failure of the attempt on Thursday and Friday morning, ordered the siege lobe raised, saying that the reduction of the place, (if indeed it could be re- ITS duced) would not compensate for the immense loss of life to ac- complish it. In conclnsion, the General commanding-, tenders his sincere thanks to the officers and men of his command, for the cordial and earnest support they extended him, and (while he thinks all would have done so, had the opportunity offered), will take great pleas- ure in making- special mention to the General Commanding- De- partment, of those who particularly disting-uished themselves. By Command of Brig. Gen. GRANGER. (Signed) Sam. M. Kneeland, 1st Lieut. 18th Mich. I., and A. A. A. .G Official. P. V. WiLKiNS, 2d Lieut. 102d O. V. L, and A. A. D. C. W. H. McMoNiGAL, 1st Lieut, and Adj., 102d O. V. L Letter From the io2d Regiment. Stevenson, Ala., December 4, 1864. Mr. Editor — Dear Sir: — We once ag-ain venture to appear in your columns in a brief resume of the military movements in this quarter, during- the last month, in which the 102d Ohio has active- ly participated. Believing- that this account will not be uninterest- ing- to your readers, without further preliminary we proceed to our self-imposed task. From the raising- of the siege of Decatur, and departure of Gen. Hood's army about Oct. 31, until Nov. 23, this post lived in constant watch and expectation of the enemy. Frequent scouts and reconnoissances in force were made to determine his position and intentions. On the 23d of November from ominous proceedings, it was manifest that some military movement of importance was on the tapis — no less than the evacuation of Decatur. By noon of the 25th. all Government stores that could be re- moved were transferred to the north bank of the Tennessee, or on board two gunboats and two transports that came from Chat- tanooga for that purpose; also, all troops of the Decatur garrison to Murf reesboro, except the 102d Ohio, the 18th Michigan, the 1st Tennessee Battery and a few cavalry. Thousands of dollars worth of remaining stores were then 176 fired; also all public and private buildings that coald hs of use fo» the enemy. The conflagration together with the stir in camp,, drew the attention of the enemy, about 300 of whom attacked and drove in oar pickets^ whose return to the works were covered by the two regiments in the fort. We then withdrew, and on the double quick, crossed the pontoon bridge, about half a mile long^, when the work of its destruction began. Soon thereafter the rebel cavolry dismounted^ assaulted, and with a yell monnted the works, but found them deserted^ with little plunder to gratifv their rapacity. During the delay necessary to the destruction of the pontoons the gunboats, by way of amusement, we presume, shelled the '•chivalry" out of tawu again. The evacuation was effected without the loss of a man to us, while the enemy must have suffered considerably. At five o'clock p. m., the troops took up the line ot march for Huntsville, except a detail to guard Quartermaster's stores at the depot, which, for want ot transportation, were destroyed during the night, the de- tail joining us the next day by a shorter route. The Colonel and the "Silver Band" being indisposod went by gunboat to Bridgeport, thence by rail to Stevenson. On the morn- ing of the 27th, Huntsville was virtually evacuated, General Gran- ger asfeumlng command of the advancing column, which, when drawn out in marching order, including contrabands and refu- gees, was about five miles long. This day we reached Browns- borough, 28Lh Paint Rock, 29Lh Larkinsville, 30th Bellefonte and Decern ber 1st, within three miles ol Stevenson, when we were com. pelled to halt, as the bridge across Crow Creek was gone. The dfflculty was obviated by flooring the railroad bridge, across which the infantry and cavalry crossed. The train, con- sisting of abount 375 loaded Government wagons and one battery oi artillery, was run aboard flat cars and hauled into town by a locomotive. Tbis was acomplished in three days. During the transfer, three cars were thrown from the track, four men killed and several wounded, among the latter was privates Emry Barn- ard and Joseph Chapman, of the 102d Ohio. Notwithstanding the bad roads which delayed the train, our luarcli was comparatively a pleasant one, if, indeed, marching may be viewed in any light as pleasant, as the weather vvas warm and clear. Under the admirable management of Assistant Surgeon Mitchel, much suffering was obviated in the ]02cl, the sanitary con- dition of the regiment actually improved with every day's march. 177 ■'On tlie 29tb, during- the marc n from Paint Rock to Larkins- ville, the 102d bad the post of rear guard. This day there followed in \be wake of the column about 300 mounted rebels, who attacked whenever opportunity offered. Twice during the day was our cavalry routed, and the 102d compelled to form in line to punish the haughty traitors for their temerity. The Regiment was cora- Tuanded by Capt. Wm. C.Scott, who, though a comparatively in- 'experienced officer in the capacity of battallion commander, chose well and quickly his position of defease, disposing his trooos to the best possible advantage. These attacks atforded some of the most pitiful yet ludicrous scenes that we have ever witnessed, viz.: a stampede of 1,200 pan- ic stricken refugees and contrabaods. To get an idea of this scene, the reader will have to imagine their conveyances composed ■of old, dilapidated vehicles of all kinds and descriptions from a dump cart up, their teams to consist ol' broken down horses, mules and oxen, hitched together in all possible combinations — horse and mule or ox; mule and ox, either single or all three hitched togeth- er; their harness a compound of tow, hemp, cotton strino-s and leather whangs; the individuals themselves of every age. size de- scription and shade of color, from the darkest "African" to the clear-skinned "Anglo-Soxou," their habiliments worn aad tattered of every hue and color. Now imagine these twelve hundred in number, thronging the road and roadside, the ^vagons and backs of their teams hastening on, regardless of all but self and personal satety, and commingling in harmoneous discord, the roar and rat- tle of the train, the frantic screams of terrified women, the piteous cries of children, the shouts of teamsters, urging by word and lash their jaded animals to their utmost speed; the collision and over- turning of vehicles, the breaking of harness, and the escape of the belabored mule or goaded ox, the desertion by the husband and father of his wife and family, the mother her child, the child his aged parent. Imagine all this, and you have a faint though true picture of the scene. We noticed one white female teamster with her family of liitle ones aboard, when her worn out team refused to proceed, drop her whip and lines, join her hands, raise them with her eyes to heaven and shout to be heard above the universal din, "Oh, Jesus! Jesus! Jesus!" Again we saw a female contraband with fear contorted countenance, seated unlady like, as it may seem, astride a sorrow stricken mule, before her riding an infant, behind, two of like description, urging her lagging steed with all energy of despair 178- Wehavehad no communications with Nashville since about the 28th ult., and have no neu's from the outside world, except by leleg-raph via. Coving-ton, Ky., Cumberland Gap, and Chattanooga. We are, therefore, quite solicitous that Hood be compelled to re- ■ nquish his hold upon our communications. Heavy fortifications and earthworks are being- thrown up at this point in anticipation of an early visit from a portion of Hood's jirmy. The whole command here is at work dail}', as are also all rail- road and Government employes, refug-ees, contrabands, sutlers^ Joung-ers, etc. Those who do not come up willingly are pursuaded to do so by the pointed argument of a bayonet. While Gen. Granger is in command of all troops here, the Post is commanded by Col. Waldamer "Kryzyzanowski, 58th N. Y, Vol., Capt, Edward Washington Brueninghausen, of the same regiment, being Post Adjutant, The Holidays — days of feasting, festivities and convivial meet- ings are again near at hand. As the soldiers in camp are denied the privilege of participation in those mirthful scenes, we have re- course to imagination, and live over again the happy Holidays of the happier times of peace and tranquillity. We are also reas- sured and comforted by the belief that the possessors of the smiling faces gathered about the tables groaning beneath its load of rich viands and decanters of sparkling wine, are not forgetful of their fathers, brothers and sons that fill the ranks of the Union army. More anon. Yours truly, HuGHESv Letter From Prisoners of the io2d. Company H, 102d O. V. I. Decatur, Ala., Feb. 1, 1865. E. Foreman — Sir: I have just received a letter via. Vicksburg, Miss., from Harman Chrintine, of Co. H, 102d O. V. I., now a pris- of war at Cahaba, Ala., who says that the prisoners of the Regi- ment were being well treated with plenty to eat; also that Wm. Woodruff, Wm. Brown and Wm. Bricker, of Co. H, were sent 170 away some time ag-o, as they supposed to be exchang^ed, they ha\ ing- been on the sick list for some time previous. They join in sending their best wishes to all their comrades in arms, and their friends, and would be glad to hear from them in the way of a letter. The letter bears date of January 15, 1865, and closes as follows : ''Henry B, is manufacturing a toothpick. We are to ha\ e fresh pork for supper. Good bye." Hoping you will give this note an .insertion in your paper ia behalf of the friends of the absent soldiers, I am, sir, Very res ^ectfully, Lieut. E. A. Palmer. Letter From the io2d Regimente Letter From the Prisoners of the 102d. List of Prisoners Dead, Sick or Exchanged, Decatur, Ala., February 24, 1865. Mr. Editor — Dear Sir- We bave the pleasure herewith to transmit to you for publication a brief letter accompanying a lis' of prisoners from the 102d Ohio, at Cahaba, Ala., from one of the prisoners addressed to Col. Given. We shall, however, abridge the list, giving the names of those only who have been subject to any change, while all others not mentioned, it will be remembered are well and doing finely. The letter is as follows . Military -Prison. Cahaba, Ala. January 27, 1865. Colonel: — I have the honor to transmit the following list of "Prisoners of War" from the 102d Ohio, at Cahaba, Ala., with ap- propriate remarks, &c., thinking that it may be of interest to you. You will notice by the few deaths and the comparative small num- ber in the hospital, that we are generally healthy. Some three weeks ago we received an abundant supply of clothing, blankets and stationery, sent by Maj. Gen. C. C. Wash- 180' burn, whieh v/as a rich treat to us. Now every man has a . .-. suit of clothing and a blanket. The weather here bas been very moderate, though a good deal of the time wet, but with our new supply of clothing, we can stand it very well without fire. We have a "flag of truce" mail once a week, but receive very- few letters. I have tlise- honor to be, Colonel, very respectfully, James W. Wells. Private Go. B, 102d O. V. L. Colonial Wm. Given, 102dO. V. I.: The following is the list above mentioned: J. F. Bryan, Co., K, sent to Savannah; J. B. Bechtel, Co. B, in hospital; W. L. Brown., Co. H, sent to Savannah; Wm. Bricker, Co. H, sent to Savannah; A. Biggs, Co. F, sent to Savannah, J. Drabenstott, Co. I, sent to Savannah; S. Huston, Co. E, sent to Savannah; D. W. Johns, Co. G, nurse in hospitail; D. Kauffman, Co. D, died Nov. 4, 1864; John Mullett, Co. G, died Oct. 26, 1864; F. Mitten, Co. A, sent to Savan- nah; J. Moreland, Co. A, sent to Savannah; G. Nouse, Co. A, sent to Savannah; Wm. Pittenger, Co. B, sent to Savannah; E. C. Rohrer, Co. D, died Nov. 12, 1864; J. H. Robison, Co. F, in hospital; J. H. Rever, Co. E, in hospital; O. Rankins, Co. E, died Oct. 31, 1864; S. RIcbey, Co. B, died Oct. 24, 1864; G. Straup, Co. D. in hospital; O. Swineford, Co. B, sent to Savannah; C. Sandel, Co. A, sent to Savannah; Wash. Teters, Co. G, in hospital; J. S. Underwood, Co. D, in hospital; J. H. Williams, Co. G, in hespital; E. F. Taggart, Co. I, sent to Savannah; Henry Judd, Co. I, sent to Savannah; E. Wallick, Co. G, in hospital; W. Woodruff, Co. H, sent to Savannah; M. Warner, Co. G, sent to Savannah, Tiiose marked "sent to Savannah" were sent there for ex^*' change, with sick and wounded, Nov. 20. 1864. With respectfully, yours. Hughes.; RIGHT WING Of the lozd at Decatur, Alabama. 181 FFICIAL REPORTS GENERAL GRANGERR LETTERS Zanesville, Ohio, Aug-ust 27, 1887. Mr. Flokien GiAuouE, — Dear Sir, In compliance v/ith your ■request I enclose to you to-day, three of my Reports of the opera- tions of the troops under my command in Northern Alabama in 1864. These Reports set forth very fully the services of the Brig- ade, of which your Reg'iment formed a part. The services of your Brigade whilst stationed in the City of Nashville, were of great importance to the success to the Army of the Cumberland, and deserve to be mentioned in a History of your Regiment. I regret that I have no official papers bearing upon the duty performed by that command during their stay in that City. Yours very respectfully, R. S. Granger, Brig. Gen. U. S. A. Zanesville, Ohio, Septemper 2, 1887. Mr. Florien Giauque — Dear Sir. After diligent search I have failed to find Gen. Sherman's order authorizing the troops composing the garrison at Decatur to put upon their banners the battles of Nashville or Savannah, as they might elect. I have a perfect recollection of the existence of such an order. It further complimented the officers and soldiers of the command for their gallantry and efficient services on that occasion. You can, there- fore, safely and with propriety assume the existence of such an order, and use the substance of it in your History. I agree with you that your History should be full, and above all truthful. I enclose to you a letter from Gen. Sherman which I referred to, and which you can use to show the extent of the services rendered by your Regiment and the commands associated with it. Also my letter to Gen. Cheatham and his reph'. H'r nvsvpr fvlh: im- 182 pies that Hood did intend to attack Decatur, and that the propri- ety of such an action was discussed by the general officers of his command It is a source of regret to me that I did not succeed in meeting Gen. Cheatham, as he proposed, then all doubt, if any exists would have been put at rest. Yours very respectfully, R. S. Granger, Brig. Gen. U. S. A. Zanesville, Ohio, September 12, 1887. Mr. FlorIen Giauoue — Dear Sir: The reports and your let- ter received. The reports I sent you were rough drafts from scraps retained with my war records, more complete reports of which I sent to the War Department to take the place of those pa- pers noted by Gen. Rousseau. Before page 5 reporting the Forest raid, the words on the top of the page "induced Granger," should have been preceded by the following: "On the 20th of September, Wheeler's forces esti- mated at 5,000, were reported at Courtland, Roddy at Shoal Creek and a force of 700 guerrillas had been seen at Somerville. This accumulation of forces, together with a well founded report that Forest was moving towards Middle Tennessee, induced me to,&c." The officers whose names you could not make out are, Lt. Col. Minnis and Col. Sipes. The whole report should be written in the first person: Our Brigade was first attached to Gen. Hooker's Corps, and when stationed in Northern Alabama belonged, as did all my com- mand, to the Reserve Corps under Gen. Rousseau. I send with this part of a copy of first report to Gen. Roesseau, which is more full than the report I sent you. Yours very respectfully. R. S. Granger, Brig. Gen. U. S. A. Zanesville, Ohio, December 1, 1883. Br. Gen. R. C. Drumm, Adjt. Gen. U. S. Army, General: — Having been informed that the reports rendered by me to Maj. Gen. Rousseau, commanding Reserved Corps from June 2d, 1864, to October 1st, 1864, are not on file in the war de- 1B3 partment. I respectfully request permission to submit the for lowing- report of the part taken by the troops under my command- in the defense of of North Alabama ag-ainst the raids of Generals Wheeler, Forest, Roddy, and others between those dates. This report is compiled from official papers still in my possion, ON THE 2d of June, 1863, my Brigade composed of the 18th Mich., 102d Ohio V.,73d Ind. and 13th Wis. V. I., relieved Gen. J. E. Smith's division in North Alabama, with Head quarters at Decatur, Ala. Soon after the Department of North Alabama was creaeted, embracing- North Alabama and the line of railroad from Decatur to Nashville, Tenn., and my command was increased by the addition of the 9th, 10th 11th and 12th Ind. Cav^ airy, the 2d, 3d, 4th, 6th and 12th Tenn. Cavalry, and the 10th and 12th Col. Inf., and detachments of other commands, ag-g-reg-ating about 12,000. This force was posted from Stevenson to Decatur, along the railroad and Tennessee River, and from Decatur to Nash- ville, Tenn. Strong garrisons occupying Huntsville, Decatur, Pulaski and Columbia, Tenn, The Confederate forces occupying North Alabama at this dtae consisted of Cols. Canston'sand John- ston. s guerrillas, and Gen. Roddy's division of Cavalry. The lat- ter part of June and first of July, detachments of these forces crossed the Tennessee and raided upon the Memphis and Charles- ton R. R. and the plantations of loyal citizens, but after being se- verely punished by our forces in several engagements, they retir- ed to the south bank of the river and gave us no further trouble until about the 20th of August, when Gen. Roddy's Cavalry crossed the Tennessee, above Forence, to co-operate with Gen. Wheelr, who was moving south from Franklin, Tenn., followed by Gen. Rous- seau. After crossing the Tennessee, Roddy's Cavalry moved up- on Athens and Sulphur tressle. Having heard of this movement, of'the enemy, I reached Athens with a detachment of my old Brig- ■ede. Soon after the enemy's cavalry had appeared before that place, the town was vacated and the garrison in momentary ex- pectation of an attack. I ordered the barricades removed and marched out with the 18th Mich., a section of artillery and about two hundred cavalry, attacked the enemy and after a short en. gageraent, drove him off with loss. Col. Prosser with the 2d Ten- 1^4 nessee Cav. defeated a second column of this corn mad ei" near SuT" phur Tressle. After this Gen. Roddy's cavalrv withdrew and recrossed the Tennessee, and was not again seen daring the Wheeler raid. After relieving Athens, I moved with my com- mand by rail to Pulaski. I found Gen. Starkweather with 1, SCO- cavalry, deployod in momentary expectation of an attack from Wheeler's command. Whilst Gen, Starkweather was reporting the situation, a courier arrived from Linnville, Tenn,, with posi-- live information that Wheelef was preparing to attack the garri- son guarding the R. R. bridge near that place. I started at once with the infantry by rail to Linnville, and ordered Gen. Stark- weather to follow as rapidly as possible with cavalry and artillery. Just before reaching the bridge, we discovered the enemy burning a train; they were soon driven off, and my command reached the post just in time to see Wheeler's cavalry complete their lines pre- paratory to attacking the post. Our skirmishers immediately engaged the enemy. They fell back without much resistance^ skirmishing continued until dark, but in consequence of Gen., Starkweather's failure to arrive before sundown, it was impossi- ble to bring on a gefleral engagement. Duriug the night Wheeler' abandoned the railroad and moved in the direction of Lawrence- burg, Tenn. Leaving the infantry to guard the R. R. I lo'ik com- mand of the cavalry and Vv^ent in pursuit of Wheeler. 1 c?ime up with his rear guard just beyond Lawrenceburg at da} light the next morning; our troops at once engaged and kept up a running fight for about four hours, when I received an order from Gen. Rousseau "to halt and form a junction with his command." After consulting with the officer who bronght the order, I was satisfied that Gen. Rousseau was not aware of the fact that I had overtaken the enemy and wa.s retarding his retreat. I therefore sent word to the Gen. commanding that I would continue the pursuit until I should hear from him again. I continued the pursuit of Wheeler, harrassing and retarding his retreat until 12 m., when I received a second order to "discontinue the pursuit of the enemy and move on Athens," to "cut off the forces of Gen. Williams." This movement gave time for Gen. Wheeler to cross the Tennessee River near Florence, and make good his escape without further lose. Gen. Williams ;vas never seen, being at that time well back into East Tennessee. This ended the Wheeler raid. The loss inflicted on Roddy's and Wheeler*s commands by my forces as reported by my detachment commanders was about two hundred killed and wounded and one hundred and eighty-three 185 prisoners. On my return to Decatur frDin the Wheeler raid, I learned that a brigade of Roddy's command was encamped near Courtland, Ala,, 22 miles from Decatur. I at once determined to surprise and capture him. This eKpedition would have been a per- fect success but for the misfortune of meeting- one of their com- mand returning just before daylight to camp, who gave the alarm as our troops were about to charge their camp. The enemy broke at once for the woods, making but little resistance, abandoninp- their camp and al! it contained, including their entire transporta- tion. A number of prisoners fell into our bands. On the 20th Sept., Wheeler's forces estimated at 5,000 were roported at Conrtland, Roddy at Shoal Creek and a forceof 700 guerrillas had been seen at Somerville. This accumulation of forces, together with a well-founded report that Forest was mov- ing toward middle Tennessee induced me to believe thatGen .Forest meditated a raid into that district. I telegraphed Gen. Thomas to that effect and received in reply from Gen. Sherman, "You have nothing to fear from Forest. He hasg^oneto Mobile." Not- withstanding this assurance, I ordered Col. Spaulding with two regiments of Tennesse cavalry to make a reconHoissance in the direction of Shoal Creek, and sent Lt. Col. Minnis with the 3d Tenn. Cav. to Rodgersvilie to co operate with him. Coh Minnis turned off the road at Rodgersvilie lo look after Col. Spaulding in the direction of Lawrenceburg, when he attempted to get back again to the river road he found it occupied by Gen. Forest's forc- es. He was, therefore, obliged t^) take a more circuitous road back to Athens, and Forest, in the meantime, arrived there before him unannounced. It was reported to me that Gen. Roddy's cav- aley was threatening Athens, On receipt of this information. Col. Prosser with the 2d Tenn. and about 360 men of the 102d Ohio and 18th Mich, were ordered at once to the relief of Athens. Col. Prosser soon encountered Roddy's cavalry, which accompanied Forest, and with the assistance of the infantr}^ detachment under Lt. Col. Elliott, 102d Ohio, drove them back on Forest's command at Athens. T'his gallant command fought their way to the very walls of the fort only to find it in the hands of the enemy, Col. Campbell, 110th Colored Infantry, bad only a short time before basely surrendered the fort and garrison without an^effort for its defense upon the summons of Gen. Forest. Col. Elliott's little com- mand was then surrounded and after a most heroic fight and the loss of one-third of their force and their g-allant leader, surren- dered. Col. Prosser succedded in extricated in extricating- his 18G command and returned to Decatur. The loss of Roddy and For- est in this engagement in killed and wounded was one hundred- and thirty-nine. After the capture of the post at Athens, Forest moved upon Sulphur Trestle and captured it after a gallant de- fense on the morning of the 28th of September. Col. Lathrop^ commanding being first killed and Lt. Col. Minnis, 2d in command struck senseless by a piece of shell, and the ammunition being nearly exhausted. E'rom Sulphur Trestle Forest moved north to Elk River. As most of my cavalry was at this time north of ^.hat river and almost entirely under the control of Gen. Rousseau, I telegraphed Gen. Starkweather to destroy the bridges and ferries- on Elk River and retard the march of Forest until Gen. Rousseau could collect a force at Pulaski. What was done by Gen. Stark- weather was never reported. Gen. Rousseau about this time moved to Pulaski and took command of all the troops north of Elk River in person. On the 27th Septemqer I recived positive information that Wheeler with his entire force had passed through Somerville go- ing east and that Cranston with seven hundred and eighty men had moved to Larkin's landing. In consequenc of the withdrawal of this force from the vicinity of Decatur, I on the 29th, ordered the 13th Wis. Inf, and the 11th Ind. Cav, to Huntsville, and left for that post myself. On arriving at Huntsville, I sent out Maj. DeLong with a scouting party in the direction of New Market, who report- ed early in the afternoon that he had found the enemy four miles from that place, and at four p. m. he attacked our pickets on the Pulaski road, and soon after a flag of ;ruce was sent in by Gen, Geo. A. Buford, with a demand for the surrender of the post and garrison. This demand was peremptorily declined. No attack was made that night, but early in the morning a renewal of the summons to surrender was made with great bombast by Gen, Forest; this being declined, they deployed their forces about s, mile from the city, and alter consuming most of the day in dis- play and some skirmishing, Buford marched off in the direction of Athens. After Bnford's departure, it was ascertained that Forest had divided his forces, and that Batord with between four and five thousand men, (cavalry,) and four pieces of artillery had been sent to Huntsville. On the morning of the 1st of October the advance of Buford arived in the vicinity of Athens, and on the morning of the 2d he demanded the surrender of the post. On the 28th ot September I bad re-occupied the post at Athens, with a ii-arrison of two hundred men from the 73d Ind. Inf. and one hun- 187 dred men from fhe llth Ind. Cav., under the command of Lt. Col. Wade, Col. Wale refusing- to surrender, Buford made two vig-or- •ous attacks upon the entrenchments, both of which were repulsed •with loss. Buford then withdrew and marched in the direction of Florence, where he crossed tbe Tennessae river on the 3d. ■Gen. Forest, by the way of Columbia and Lawrence burg, soon fol- lowed, R. S. Granges, Brig-. Gen. U. S. A. Zanesville, Ohio, October 10, 1883. Bt. Gen. R. C. Dr-umm, Adjt. Gen. U. S. Army, Dear Sir, — I have the honor to make the following- report of the part taken by a portion of the forces under my command dur- ing the Forest raid upon the T. and A. R. R. On the return of Maj. Gen. Rousseau from the pursuit of Wheeler, and after the recei^^t of the order for the return of th,e troops to their stations, I was so apprenensive that the enemy, who was still in large force on the south side of the Tennessee^ might recross and attack the R. R. that I retained ths 102d Ohio and 78d Ind. Inf. at or near Decatur and the 13th Wis. Inf. at Huntsville, where these forces might be available'to meet the raid- ers. It also occurred to me that Forest would avail himself of the withdrawal of Gen. Smith's Corps to Missouri, to enter Mid- dle Tennessee, and so telegraphed to Gen. Sherman about the 18th, and received answer through Gen. Thomas, that I had nothing to fear from Forest, who had gone to Mobile. But the Maj. Gen. commanding, (Rousseau) requiring the ser- vices of the 12th Ind. Cav. 800 strong, and the 4th Tenn. Cav. 550 strong, (the former being sent to Tullahoma, and the latter to Nashville), my reserve much reduced by sickness, was entirely absorbed in filling the places of these- regiments. On the 20th Sept., Wheeler's forces, variously estimated at from 5,000 tO 6,000 cavalry, was at or near Courtland, where it was rumored he was preparing his forces to recross the river or attack Decatur. Rod- dy at the same time was reported at Shoal Creek with three reiri- ments. Other rebel forces, it was stated were also in tbe same district. On the same day we received information that a force of 700 men had passed Somerville, going toward Guntersville. To watch the movements of these large forces of the enemy with my ISS now much reduced command and to Tea'ce a proper force to guard; the important points was no easy task. I, however, requested the naval officers commanding- j^unboats to patrol the river, and put detachments on twoof them, with directions to land at vari- ous points and penetrate the country as far as it was safe, to obtain information. Col. Minnis, 2.d Tenn. Cav. at Athens, I ordered to Rodg-ersville and Lexing-ton, to co-operate with Col. Spauldin^r^ who left Pulaski on the nir^ht of the 21st for Shoal Creek to look after the enemy there. Unfortunately, Col. Minnis, not hearing^ from Col. Spaulding-, turned off the river road aed marched part ot the way to Lawrenceburg. When he returned to the road, he found it occupied with Forest's cavalry in such force as to compel his retreat back to Lawrenceburg. Forest, in the meamwhile,. moved off the road to Athens, cutting oir commumications with that place and thus rendering me timely information of the advance of the enemy for which he was sent out. I had a few days previous sent a squadron of cavalry to Flor- ence to watch the enemy's movements opposite that place. Not- withstanding all these precautions, the enemy in considerable force made bis appearance unannounced at the plantation of Jack Harris, five miles from Decatur, on the afternoon of the 23d of September. As soon as this information was received. Col. Pros- ser with 250 cavalry, 2d Tenn., all the available cavalry at the post was sent to drive him off. Col. Given, 102d Ohio, was directed to send bis regiment to protect the road, and reinforce Athens, but most of bis regiment being on picket, he sent instead a detachment of 360 men composed of 150 of the 102d Ohio, and 210 of the 18th Mich. Inf. Col. Prosser drove the enemy back to Athens, where he found Forest with his command of what he supposed to be 3,000 or 4,000 men. He extricated his command from this posi- tion with considerable skill and returned to this post at 6 a. m. on the 24th. On the report of Col. Prosser I immediately set about gathering up all the avaiable forces without leaving posts defense- less to send to the relief of Athens. I was already on my way with 250 infantry and about 250 cavalry, when it was reported that the fort at Athens had surrendered, and the detachment seat to its re- lief had most gallantly fought their way through Forest's force to within sight of the fort, only to find that it had been basely surren- dered to the enem}' with its ample garrison of 600 men, by Col. Campbell, without firing a gun, after Forest's demand for its sur- render. The conduct of the detachment of the 18tb Mich, and 102d x^tT*^- 'jm m^m»^ LFFT WING Of the i02d at Dectur, Alabama. 189 'Ohio, under Lt. Coi Elliott, was liero'ic as that of Campbell was base; when within four miles of Athens, they met and drove back an entire brig-ade of eleven hundred men, under Col. Warren, and forced their way to the very walls of the foit in the face of For- est's entire force. So boldlj' and determined!}^ did these men fig"ht until the tall of their leader, that the enemy, after their surrender accused the officers of making' their men drunk, insisting that no men would fight with such desperation unless under the influence of liquor. I have no doubt they would have forced their way into the fort, if they had not found it in the hands of the enemy. About one-third of the detachment, including^ every officer ot the 102d Ohio, was either killed or wounded before surrendering. There is no doubt they inflicted a still greater loss upon the enemy. Capt. Parrish, A. A. G. oa staff of Gen. Roddy, admitted a loss in his command alone of 109 men. As certainly another of Forest's brigades was engaged at the same time. HEADQUARTERS, 1st BRIGADE, 4th DIV. 20th A. C. Decatur, Ala.. October 14th, 1864. General Order No. 30. The Brigade has to mourn the loss of a brave officer, Lieut. Col. J. D. Elliott, 102d Ohio Vol. Inf 'ty., who died yesterday morn- ing of a wound in the head. On the 24th of Sept. 1864, sent with a detachment of his own Reg't. and of the 18th Mich., in all not four hundred men, to reinforce Athens. He fought his way with this little band of heroes through the forces of Gen. Forest, number'- ing not less than four thousand men, to within sight of the fort, only to find it surrendered. He was struck down by a ball in the head when only ten paces from the Brigade Colors of Col. Warreu of Gen. Roddy's command. The highest tribute is paid him and his men by the enemy. Col. Warren having stated that he never saw such fighting, and that be could not stand before them with his Brigade. All honor to the noble band, the living and the dead. By order of COL. CHAS. C. DOOLITTLE. Chas. J. Hewitt, Lieut, 18th Mich., A. A. A. G. 190 THE DEFENSE of DECATUR General Granger's Report. Headquarters Dist. of Northern Alabama. | Decatur, Ala., November 6. 1864. j Major B. H. Polk, A. A. Gen. Dist. Tenn.: Major — 1HAVE THE HONOR to submit the following- report of the part taken by the forces under my command during the op- erations of Hood's and other Confederate forces in Northern Alabama, from the 12th to the 30th of October, 1864. Having- learned that Gen. Hood bad left Gen. Sherman's front, and was moving- northward and supposing- it was possible he might attempt to pass through my District into Tennessee, I im- mediately dispatched my Alabama scouts to Gadsden and Blunts- ville to watch the movements of the enemy, with instructions to report at once if any portion of Hood's command should move in the direction of the Tennessee. The gunboats were notified of the movements of Gen. Hood, and were ordered, or requested to thoroughly patrol the river. The information derived from these sources proved to be of the most valuable character; the move- ments and distribution of my forces, except when otherwise di- rected, were based upon these reports. On the 14th of October I was informed that Hood's army was in Dearhead Cove, Dug Gap, fifteen miles from Caperton's ferry, and were moving in that direction. This dispatch was immedi- ately forwarded to the General commanding the Department, and the 11th and 13th Ind. Cav. enroute to Nashville were ordered by me to be stopped at Stevenson, to reinforce the command at that post, and to assist in obstructing the passage of the river at Caper- ton's ferry, if it should be attempted. All the gunboats were or- dered up the river, and went myself to Bridgeport. Before reach- ing that place, I was satisfied from information derived from my own scouts, that Hood did not intend crossing the Tennessee above Decatur. On the 23d, I received a telegram from Gen. Rousseau that Forest, Lee and others were moving upon Tuscumbia, with a view 191 to operating- against Gen. Sherman's communications. Soon after the receipt of this telegram I learned from one of my scouts, just in from Courtland that Roddy was at Courtland and Moulton, and Forest at or near Forence, accumulating- supplies. This infor- mation, and such as I received of the movements of Hood's forces, satisfied me beyond a doubt that Roddy and Forest were waiting- for Hood, and that the latter intended to effect a crossing- at De- catur. All this information was telegraphed to Gens. Thomas and Rousseau, with an earnest request that 2,000 infantry and 1,000 cavalry be sent to reinforce the command at Decatur. The gar- rison at that time consisted of the 18th Mich., 102diOhio, 10th Ind. Cav., 2d Tenn. Cav., Batterry "A" Tenn. Art., Battery "F" 1st O. and Battery "D" 2d 111. Art., in all about (1.800) one thousand eig-ht hundred effective men. I had also on the M. & C. R. R. from Athens to Stevenson, and on the Tennessee River the 73d Ind. and 13th Wis. and parts of the 11th, 12th and 13th Ind. Cav. As the safety of this R. R. and the Decatur and Nashville R. R. threatened by Johnson's and Roddy's cavalry, was of the utmost importance, I was able from these scattered forces to g-ather only about three hundred (300) men to reinforce Decatur. With this small force I was obliged to guard a line of workt fully 1,600 yards long. In this enumeration of my forces I do not take into account the troops stationed between Pulaski and Nashville, fully 2,500 effective men, it will be remembered I could not control on the oc- casion of the enemy's previous demonstration upon my district. On the 24th I received a report that 15,000 of Hood's command were at Long hollow, twenty miles from the Tennessee. I was now satisfied that the report of my scouts right from Hoods army was correct, namely, that the officers and men of Gen. Hood's ar- my talked unreservedly of capturing Decatur and crossing the Tennessee at that point. Decatur was beyond doubt the point where Hood should have crossed, if he designed moving into Tenn- esse, directly south of Nashville, and connected with that city by a R, R. and a good turnpike road, running through a rich country, Decatur in his possession, he had command of the best crossing- of the Tennessee River from Bridgeport to its mouth. The south bank commands the north for several miles above and below the town. Opposite and separated from the river by a strip of land from one to two hundred yards wide is Swan lake, a narrow strip of water, but too deep for fording and about three miles long. On the north side it was bordered with swamp and forest. Behind this lake he could have manned his whole army after crossing tha 19^ Tepnessee, and at pleasure move out in the direction of NashvilTe from either end by good roads covered by his batteries on the south bank ol the Tenneesee. Believing- that Gen. Hood was advised of the advantages of this- crossing of the Tennensee, I had not a doubt but that he designed moving on Decatur. On the 24th I again asked for reinforcements^ making a special requisition on Gen. Rousseau for a thousand men from Col. Sipes's command at Columbia, but Gen. Rousseau tho't tbey could not be spared. Gen. Thomas, however, ordered the 29th Mich V. to report to me. On the afternoon of the 25th, I went toHuntsville, to look- aftfr the defenses of the R. R. from that point. On the afternoon of the 26th Oct. I rceived a telegram from Col. Doolittle, "that a scout sent out by him on the Somerville road had been driven in by the enemy and that they appeared about (500) five hundred strong in his immediate front." I telegraphed this to Gens. Thomas and Rousseau stating that Ldid not think this more than the advance of Hood's army, his main force not having had time to arrive before Decatur. My supposi- tion proved to be correct, as this attack was inade by a detachment of Walthal's division, Stewart's corps. I iraraediatelv made ar- rangements to leave with every available man from Huntsville for Decatur. I arrivf>d there at five p. m., just as the fight was clos- ing, our troops withdrawing to the defenses. The artillery con- tinued to exchange shots until dark. Col. Doolittle during this short engagement handled his very limited torce admirably. Dur- the night of the 26th, the gunboat "Stone River" arrived with 200 men from the 18th Mich, and 102d O. V. Detachments of the 73d Ind. V. from Athens also arrived. The enemy also received dur- ing the night heavy accessions, and the morning showed us his lines stretching from the river on our lett, out across the Somer- ville and Moulton roads covering about two-thirds of our front No demonstrations were made by him during the day, nothing more than a little artillery firing and bush skirmishing between the pickets. Reinforcements arrived during the day. Parts of the Col. Int., the 68th Ind. and 13th Ind. Cav., increasing our forc- es to about (3,000) three thousand men. During the day the re- mainder of the enemy's forces arrived and covered the remainder <>: i our front. The country about our fortifications for a distance of eight hundred yards is a level plain entirely unobstructed. At that iiistance it is intersected by a ravine, and watercourse commenc- ng on our left and running across the Somerville, Moulton and PONTOON BRIDGE Across the Tennessee River at Decatur, Ala. 193 Courtland roads. Beyond the ravine, the ground rises in a sparce- !y wooded slope for 700 yards, and is bounded by a dens^e wood ■stretchings across our entire front and bending- northward reaches the river at a distance of 1.000 yards upon our rig-ht. Durinu- the morning- of the 27th, the rig-ht of our picket line was forced back by the enemy's skirmishers, but in the afternaon it was most o-al- lantly recovered by a detachment of the 73d Ind., and at night our picket line occupied its old ground. About 3 a. m. on the 28th, the enemy, under cover of a dense fog, which enveloped everything, charged our picket line, driving it in on our main line of works. I made no attempt to resist this advance of the enemy. By this charge the enemy obtained possession of the ravine above men- tioned, and threw up a line of rifle. pits from near the river on our left diagonally across our front to a point opposite our extreme right and about 300 yards from our principal wirlc. These pits w<-:re filled vfith sharpshooters. About 9 a. m. on the 28th the fog- lifted and the work of the enemy during the uiight was developed. It was evident immediately that it was necessary if possible to dislodge him from this position, as they perfectly covered every g-un in our largest fort. To accomplish this work, I selected the 18th Mich,, much reduced, Captain Moore commanding. They were joined by detachments of the 102d Ohio and 13th Wis. V. Before this detachment started, I nottfiod comm.anding- officers of the forts and along the lines of works what was to be done. I di- rected all the artillery within canister range of the rifle-pits, with instructions to open fire as soon as the assaulting column should make its appearance. The guns of Fort No. 2, I directed to be loaded with shell and to open upon the extreme rig-ht of the ene- my's rifle-pits; at the same time the breastworks were lined with our best marksmen who were to open upon the enemy as soon as he appeared above his works. I organized a supporting column about (500) five hundred strong- joined by the picket force and fifty cavalry, in all about seven hundred men, under Lt. Col. Thorn- burg, with instructions to move out from the works as soon as the movement should be discovered. Everything being in readiness Captain Moore moved out at our extreme right, deployed his men under cover of the river bank, moved quietly up to the open ground and with a yell, which was answered by every man along our en- tire line, charged the flank and rear of the enemy's rifle-pits. The enemy, surprised and panic stricken by this bold and unexpected movement, rushed from their rifle-pits to encounter the well di- rected fire from the works. Larg-e numbers were killed or time was deeply interested in all that transpired at Decatur and' Nashville, but as the operations to my rear were confided tc Thomas, I could not go behind him, nor does it seem called for. I have never heard anyone question the importance of the defense you made of the line of the Tennessee. A.s to the relative impor- tance of the several posts, that must be decided on as the prog'ress of History is developed. You do well in making- your report full and clear, and it will go to the the Adjutants General's office at Washing-ton, where the Historian will seek for his material. I wish you all honor and success, and congratulate you on having so- fine a place at the close of the war. My best regards to your wife and mother. Your friend, W, T. Sherman, Gen. Zanesvile, Ohio, May 24, 1881. General Cheatham. Nashville, Penn. General — I have been informed that you purpose to publish an account of Hood's advance upon Nashville, in answer to nu- merous statements that have appeared in the papers recertly, on that subject. It has occurred to me to ask you a few questions in relation to your movements before crossing the Tennessee, which will, if answered affirmatively, at least in my opinion, prove your judgment on one occasion much superior to that of the other general officers of your army, except only that of Gen. Hood. First, will you please inform me if it was Gen. Hood's inten- tion before arriving at Decatur, to attack that place, cross the Tennessee at that point, and move north upon Nashville? The next question — alter reaching Decatur, was a council of war call- ed to consider the the propriety of attacking that post? and if so, as I have been informed, did you and Gen. Hood continue to urge the propriety of assaulting that post; but were opposed by Gen. Beauregard and all other officers composing the council? and that in consequence of this persistent opposition, Gen. Hood was in- duced to abandon the attack and moved on to Florence? Such a report reached me soon after you left, and from such authority that I was induced to mention it officially. I was pursuaded the more readily to credit this report, as it appeared to confirm what was stated to me by my scouts, who were in your camp only a few days before, and because, in my opinion, it was just what you i9jr should have done. If Gen. Hood had attacked Decatur on the 27th or morning of the 28th October he could have carried the place with no greater loss than he sustained whilst in front of it. The garrison on the 27th was not to exceed 2,200, all told. The de- fenses were little more than rifle-pits, the ditches on the flanks not over six feet in width, and around the bastions nowhere to ex- ceed nine feet. Your men could have jumped them anywhere. Decatur in your possession, you were but one hundred and ten miles from Nashville, all the way over a good turnpike road and through a country amply capable of supplying your array with subsistence. The store houses at Decatur would have rationed your whole army for three or four days. You could have been \n Nashville by the 1st or 2d of November, before more than a divis- ion of Gen. Thomas's army could have reached that city. There- fore, there would have been no battle of Franklin or Nashville. Two-thirds of Thomas's command cut off from Kentucky, the de- pot at Nashville, with its vast supplies in your hands, and all Ken- tucky open before you. The moral and physical effects of such a move with such results cannot be exaggerated. The march to the sea would have been a failure. I will say in conclusion that it ivould have been consistent with your character as we understand it to have given the advice referred to above. R. S. Granger, Brig. Gen. Beech Grove, Tenn., August 22, 1881. Gen. R. S .Granger: Dear Sir — Yours of June 18th receieved. I cannot reply to it until I visit Nashville, where what few official papers I possess are deposited. I will be in Cincinnati on the 15th and 16th of Sep- tember, 1881, at the meeting of the Mexican Veterans. If it is convenient for you to meet me there, (as you are not far off) I would like for you to do so. I am now growing old and I cannot risk my memory alone. What few papers I saved are in the pos- session of my Adj. Gen., ex-Gov. J. D. Porter. I will see him be- fore I visit Cincinnati, and w'U see what papers he has in regard to the meeting at Decatur. I know that I was in favor of an attack, as the short way to Nashville. But on account of my deficient memory, will write nothing that is substantiated by others that 1% though hit a number of times, were very sUg■b^ there being" but two killed and eleven wounded. Captain Naylor of the ''Stone River" and Captain Morton of the "Gen. Thomas" handled their steamers skilfully and delivered their fire with good effect. They and the men of their command deserve honorable mention, During- the night of the 28th October, it was evident that some general movement was in progressalong the enemy's lines, but a dense fog having again enveloped everything, it was impossible to gain any clew to it. On the morning of the 2Vth, it became ap- parent that the enemy's forces were withdrawing, and sending out a reconnoitering party, under Col. morgan, I ascertained that only a strong rear guard remained. Col. Morgan engaged this force, but found it so strong that he was compelled to fall back. I ordered out a heavy reinforcement, under coverof which, he with- drew in good order. About 4 p. m. I sent out another detachment which drove the enemy from the last line of rifle-pits, and at dark the original line of pickets was established. This ended the siege of Decatur. For a day or two occasion- al bodies of cavalry appeared in our front, but no considerable force threatened our works. Our loss in killed and wounded was only one hundred and thirteen. From all the information I could gather from deserters, prisoners, citizens and negroes, the loss of the enemy must have exceeded thirteen hundred in killed and wounded and prisoners. Some days after writing my report ot which this is a copy, Captain Kneeland, A. A. A. Gen., informed me that he saw it stated in a Mobile paper, the writer an officer of Hood's army, that their loss amounted to fifteen hundred. I take pleasure in making favorable mention of Lt. Col. Prosser. com- manding the 2d Tenn. and 10th Ind. Cavalry, on he first days, when he stubbornly resisted the advance of the enemy. Also, I wish to make favorable mention of Col. Given's 102d Ohio Vol. Inf. commanding Fort No. 2, Lieut. Samuel Kneeland and Lieut. John W Hall, A. A. C.,who rendered valuable services in carrying or- ders, I am. Major, Very respectfully, [seal] R. S. Granger, Brig. Gen. U. S. A. 197 General Granger's Comments. Zanesvillb, Ohio, September 10, 1878. I would call the attention of those who may read this to the importance of the defense of Decatur, which I believe has never been justly appreciated. If Hood had stormed Decatur on the 28th, before the arrival of any considerable reinforcements, he would, beyond doubt, have taken the place with no greater loss than he sustained whilst before it from the sorties of the garrison; that he did not do so, I attribute to the resolute attitude and repeated and gallant attacks of the troops that defended it. These attacks v/ere made with a view in great part to impress the enemy with an ex- aggerated idea of the strength and confidence of the garrison. I claim, therefore, tor the troops ot that command, the credit of having produced this impression, and thus saved Decatur from asssult. If this impression had not been made, and Hood, as I am informed he wished to have done, but was deterred from under- taking by Gen. Beauregard and a majority of his officers at a council of war; had he attacked and captured the post on the 28th, he conld easily have reached Nashville before Gea Thomas's army, and by so doirg cut Gen Thcn^as off from his reinforce- ments from Missouri and the North, which enabled him to make his successful fight at that City more than a month later. Wood's Division of Thomas's army only reached Athens, ten miles above Decatur, on the 31th. Hood by that time would have been beyond Columbia; there would have been no battle of Franklin, and Hood would have entered Nashville almost unopposed. R. S. Granger, Bt. Maj. Gen. U. S. A. Headquarters Military Div. op the Miss. St. Louts, Mo., July 18th, 1865. Gen. R. S. Granger. Huntsville, Ala.: Dear Granger — I have received your letter of July 6th, with enclosed copy of your report of the defense of Decatur, Ala., which I will forward at your request to John Sherman, who will be inter- ested in it. You can well understand that the matter occurring^ almost undev my eyes I have had plenty to do, but at the same 194 wounded, whilst others threw down their arms, ran toward^i oar assaulting- column and surrendered. Captain Moore's party swept almost the first line of the enemy's rifle-pits, when the Captain halt- ed his command, being- greatly reduced, g-uarding- his prisoners, and commenced to retire, covered by the supporting- column on his left. The enemy made no efTort to recover his position. Cap- tain Moore returned to the works, having thoroughly cleared this line of rifle-pits and brought with him 140 prisoners, including- five commissioned officers killed, and wounded a larg-e number of the enemy, with the loss of only one killed and three wounded. This affair, though of short duration, was in its results of great importance to us. It drove the enemy from a strong- and important position, which he was unable again to occupy, and in- spired the garrison with g-reat confidence. During the night, whilst the enemy was establishing- himself as before described above our front, he was not idle upon our left flank. He established a battery of eight guns upon the river about 1,500 yards from our main works, protected by some timber and broken ground at that point. He also t'jrew up a line of rifle- pits connecting this battery with the line above mentioned, thus com- pleting the chain and thoroughly enveloping us. The battery just described could command our pontoon bridge, almost its entire length. It would also cover at a distance ot less ihan six hundred yards, any gunboat that might come to our assistance. I had, how- ever, being apprised of the establishment of this battery sent dur- ing the night, a section of Battery "A'' 1st Tenn. Arty., under Captain Beech, to the north side of the Tennessee River, with di- rections to Captain Beech to throw u^Tasmall breastwork nearly opposite the enemy, partially enfilading his battery and rifle-pits, Lt. Col. Thornburg selected the location for this section. As soon as the fog lifted, Captain Beech opened upon the enemy with great success, preventing him from getting more guns into position or using those already m battery on our bridge. Immediately upon the heels of the successful sortie upon our right, I ordered CoL Doolittle to send out the 14th Colored Infy. to charge the enemy's battery, and sent out (500) five hundred men as a support to our advanced picket line, between which and the enemy there had been heavy skirminhing all the morning. I directed Captain Beech to cover the movement with his section, and Captain Nay lor of the gunboat '"Stone River'* to move up and engage the battery also. In addition to this force. I sent a section of artillery from Fort' No. 2, to a small earthwork upon our left, with directions to open upon 1*95 the enemy as soon as Captain Beech should be heard from. It was ■impossible for the enemy to remain in their works under this gall- ing- cross fire, undercover of which Col. Morgan with the 14th U. S. C. I. charg-ed in splendid style, captured the battery, made four- teen prisoners, and killed and wounded a large number of the enemy. They spiked two guns, but were unable to remove them, and the enemy rallying and coming- upon them larg-ely reinforced, I was obliged to recall them ; they fell back and in good order, bring- ing off their prisoners. Our loss was (52) fifty-two in killed and wounded. The fire of the artiliery was admirable. I have since ascertained that a shell from Captain Reech's guns exploded a ca- son, killing- fourteen. The fire from our gunboat "Vi as accurate and severe, and the loss of the enem y must have been very great. The action of the colored troops under Col Morgan was every- thing that could be desired or expected of soldiers, under the heaviest fire they exibited no signs of confusion. During the 28th, reinforcements arrived rapidly and were as- signed postions on the works. There was heavy firing all dav along our entire line, but no attempt on the part of the enemy to assault our position. About 12 m., I ordered Captain Naylor of the gunboat "Stone River" to run the enemy's battery and attack their rear. This was done without injury to the gunboat. About 3 p. m. the U. S. Steamer, "Gen. Thomas," made its appearance, and soon after joined the "Stone River." I at once sent orders to the boats to engage the enemy's river battery, in which they would be assisted by Captain Beech and the section on the south bank. On this occasion as on the previous one, the fire of Captain Beech's guus was most admirable. He dismounted two of their guns and so distracted their aim that their shots at the gunboats were v/ild. Under cover of the fire of the land batteries, the gun- boats dropped down the river until directly on a line with their works, and not exceeding five hundred yards from them, and opened fire with their broadside guns. Under the well directed fire of the gunboats and land batteries the enemy was compelled to abandon their works, a portion retreating to their main lines, and a larger number seeking shelter in the willows by the river- side. The gunboats, their guns double shotted with canister, were turned upon those at the riverside at a distance of not more than two hundred yards, and opened fire with terrible effect. Many bodies were afterwards found in the river. The enemy's loss in this engagement, which did not last to exceed half an hour, must have been very severe. The casualities on the^gunbaots, al- 200 were svith me. Hoping- that you will meet rae at Cincinnati, I re- main, Your obedient servant, B. T. Cheatham. DEFENSE OF DECATUR A VALUABLE CONTRIBUTION To the History of the War-Gen. C. C. Doolittle's Ac= count of the attack of Gen. Hood on an Alabama City GEN. C. C. DOOLITTLE, late brigadier general U. S. volun- teers, brevet major general U. S. A., at the request of the Loyal Legion, prepared the following account of his defense ol Decatur, Alabama: Having been urgedto write an account of the defense of Deca- tur, Ala., I have reluctantly consented, although I would prefer that some one else would doit. Injustice to the troops engaged, however, would seem to require this of me, notwithstanding it ob- liges the use of the personal pronoun rather more than I wish. In order to a clearer understanding of the importance of that defense, and of its bearing on the subsequent campaign of Hood against Nashville, it will be well to take a hasty glance at the situ- ation subsequent to the fall of Atlanta. Gen. Sherman had beea resting his army in and about Atlanta, and Hood was south of At- lanta, at Lovejoy's. About the 21st of September Hood moved his army to Pal- metto Station, where he was visited by Jefferson Davis, and a plan of campaign was mapped ont for Hood, who was to move north cross the Tennessee river, and move into Tennessee and Ken- tucky. 201 In pursuance of tVis plan, Hood moved towards Guuteruvilie, ^intending- to cross there, or near there, destroy Sherman's com- raunications at Stevenson and Bridgeport, to move upon Thomas and Schofield, and attempt to rout and capture their army before •it could reach Nashville. October 22 Hood moved from Gadsdoa with twenty days' ra^ tions in h-aversacks and wagons, in the direction of Guntersville ■on the Tennessee river, and bivouacked that night in the vicinity of Bennettsville. Here he learned that Forest was near Jack- son, Tenn., and could not reach the middle of that state, as the river was too high. He then decided to deflect westward, effect a junction with Forest and then cros« the river at Florence. Hood says that while the army turned toward Decatur, Ala., he ordered a slight demonstration against the town till his forces passed safely beyond, and then moved toward Tuscurabia, at which place he arrived October 31. We come now to the action at Decatur, where Hood's forces arrived at 1:30 p. ra., October 2^, 1864. Decatur is situated on the south bank of the Tennessee river and at this time had been almost depopulated, and the houses with few exceptions burned or torn down. I was colonel of the 18th Mich. Infty. in command of the post. My forces consisted of the 102d Ohio Infty., Col. Wra, Given, com- manding; 18th Mich. Infty., Major Em. Hubbard, commanding-; a detachment of the 13th Wis. Infty., Captain Blake, commanding-; 2d Tenn, Cavalry, about 250 men under Lieut. Col. Prosser* 10th Ind. Cavalry, about 300 men, under Maj. Thomas G. Williamson- Battery A 1st Tenn. Light Artillery, Capt. A. F. Beech, com- manding; Battery F 1st Ohio Artillery, Capt. Chas. Cooper, who was chief of artillery. Our artillerv numbered seventeen pieces in all. Our line of works consisted of two strong forts, connected by a line of breastworks from river bank to river bank, nearly one mile in extent. The country about the fortifications was a pretty, level plain clear for about a thousand yards or so to a line of woods, more or less dense, surrounding the town. The works looking south and west were quite strong, well ditched and protected with abatis- g-reat improvements having been made during the summer under Gen. R. S. Granger's direction. The flank looking eastward was not as strong and would have been dificult to hold against a determined attack by a large force. We had a large aniou-at of provisions and ainiuuuilioa ia ^Lore 202 which, with the pontoon bridg-e, made it very desirable that the place be held ag-ainst the enemy and equally desirable to him that he- should capture it. as affording easy access to Alabama and Tennessee. For some days previous to the 26th we had been watching- the movements of Hood's army, as vv'ell as Forest's and Roddy's com- mand^,, and scouted the surrounding- country as thoroug-hly as^ possible with our small force of cavalry. On the morning- of the 26th I sent out two parties of 50 each, on the Somerville and Courtland roads. The party on the Somer- ville road, which leads out in a easterly direction, met a considera- ble force of the enemy about three miles out, and were compelled to retire. About 200 men of the 18th Mich, and 102d Ohio had g-one up the river on the g-unboat Stone River to watch Hood, returning- at night. This gunboat rendered good service during the siege. As soon as I was advised by my videtts that the enemy was advancing' on us, I ordered the different commands to be in readiness, and rode out to the advance ^^ost on the Somerville road to ascertain the situation. When I found the enemy's column forming into line and skirmishers out, I hastened to the camp ot the 2d Tenn. cavalry, which regiment I found in line, I directed Lieut. Col. Prosser to move into position and hold the enemy in check until I could reinforce our line. I returned to headquarters and hurried forward a section of Battery A, 1st Tenn. Light Artillery, under Capt. Beech, and the 10th Ind. Cavalry, about 300 strong, under Maj. Williamson, who had just distributed cavalry arms and am- munition. This regiment had heretofore acted mostly,as infantry. It was now placed on the right of the 2d Tenn. Cavalry and formed the line outside of our outer line of rifle-pits. I directed Col. Prosser to look well to the river bank and to extend the right so as to meet the enemy at all points. Within thirty minutes from the time I was first apprised of the approach of the enemy, a section of artil- lery was playing into his lines from the small redoubt command- ing the Somerville road and vicinity, and he was forced to leave the open country and seek shelter in the woods on the river bank, which at this point were very thick and extended back from 'the river quite a distance. I had placed the picket reserve of the 18th Mich. Infty., which was stationed in this redoubt, as a support to this section. Fort No. 2, which was at the easterly angle of the works, look- 203 ing east and south, was placed m command of Col. Given, of the 102d Ohio, with all his own command left in camp and a detach- ment of the 13lh Wis., about 150 men, under Capt. Blake, who was instructed to watch our right flank. Finding that we could hold the enemy in check, about twenty minutes after the artillery open- ed fire, I ordered the right wing of 29th Mich., a new regiment. Col. Thomas Saylor, commanding, which had just arrives) and been placed in position behind the breastworks on the left flank, to move to the front and occupy the line of rifle-pits on the left of the redoubt. This was done in good style for a new regiment, under a warm fire from the enemy's battery of small arms. Soon after I ordered up the balance of the regiment, directing the Ma- jor, with 100 men, to be sent to Fort No. 1, which was located at the southwesterly angle of the vvorks. About 4 o'cl(^ck, Capt, Cooper, chief of artilier3% was directed to send a section of Battery F, 1st Ohio Artillery, to occupy a small earthwork on the left and about 300 yards to the rear of the redoubt occupied by Battery A, 1st Tennessee. He opened on the enemy with twelve pounder Napo- leons and soon silenced his battery of five guns. The fight con- tinued till dark, the enemy being unable to drive us back an inch, uotwithstanding he made several attempts to change our line. I withdrew our forces inside cur main works, leaving 100 of the 29th Mich, to strengthen the picket line and hold the line of rifle-pits. During the engagement the pickets on the line from the redoubt to the river on the right remained in their position, and at night the picket line vvas intact. The enemy's loss in killed and wounded was about 300; ours was small. The attack was made by Walthal's division of Stew- art's corps, said to be 5,000, and were repulsed by our force of 500 men, mounted cavalry and a section of artillery, as the 29th Mich, and the small detachment of the 18th Mich, was not engaged. I am satisfied that the bold front shown the enemy deterred him from making a serious charge and saved us a strong position, which if held by the enemy would have caused us much trouble and loss of life, as this outer line really commanded the weakest flank of our works. 1 learned, when in New Orleans in 1865, from an officer of ar- tillery, who was at Decatur, that when they first appeared before Decatur they thought our force small, but when they were met so boldly with cavalry, they concluded we had been reinforced. Col. Prosser rendered great service with his regiment, small as it was, and with M-'j. Willian^sor: maintained our l!:ics ia :;• joj order during the afternoon. Severaf times MaJ. WilHam son sent me word that he was afraid he could not maintain his position. I returned word that be must, and he did. Capt. Beech is deserving- of great praise for efFective service rendered by his battery. He retained his position all the after- noon, making sad bavoe in the enemy's ranks. One incident wor- thy of note occurred. Three of his drivers were killed at one time,, and bi9 men almost quarreled as to who should take their places. It was a hot place, as the enemy concentrated his fire on: them most ot the time, I state this from personal experience, as ] felt it necessary to be an the line of our outer works all the after- noon, T'he enemy endeavored to send in two white flags, but as he kept bis men moving, I paid no attention to them. Gen. R. S. Granger^ commanding the district, arrived at dark from Huntsville and as- sumed general direction of movements. The morning of the 27th discovered the enemy still on our front,^ and estendimg around us towards the river,, nearly to the Moulton road. Reinforcements came in slowly consisting of 250,. 14tb U. S. Col. infantry under Col. T. J. Morgan; 195 68tb Ind. in- fantry, under Lieut. Col. H. J. Espy; about 70 men of the 13th Ind. cavalry equipped as infantry, under Capt. Willson; 150 73d Ind, infantry, Lieut. Col. Wade, commanding. Nothing of importance occurred during the day, with the exception of the driving back of the enemy's skirmisbers on our front and right fiank by a detach- ment of the 73d Ind. infantry. On the 28tb, about 3 a. m., the enemy drove in a portion of our pickets from tbe Moulton to the river on our right, nearly half our line, and established themselves in gopher holes within 400 yards, of our works. I endeavored early in the morning to reesetablish our lines, but found the enemy too well protected to move him. By direction of Gen. Granger, Capt. W. C. Moore, 18th Mich, in- fantry, with about 50 of the 18th Mich and a few from district headquarters, clerks and orderlies, moved down the river under cover of the bank and formed as skirmishers, then moved on the double-quick, driving the enemy out of their boles and captuaring 115 prisoners. In this they were ably assisted by the 68th Ind. in- fantry, a detachment of which regiment was on picket, and many prisoners were taken by them. The artillery in the forts helped the movement by judicious firing, for which they had been pre- pared by explicit instructions. About noon, by instruction of Gen. Granger, I ordered CoL 2r5 Morgan, 14th U. S. Col. infantry, the regiment now numbering about 500 men, to charge a batter}', on the viver bank, planted by the enemy during the previous night. To assist Col. Morgan in his cbarcre, Lieut. Col. Wade with his command was placed in the jine of rifle-pits on our left flank, and one piece of battery 1, 1st Ohio Light artillery, was posted in the redout, and one in the small earthwork on that line, with directions to emplo}' the enemy while Col. Morgan moved forward to the battery. The charge was most gallantly and successfully made, the guns spiked and thrown down the river bank. All honor to the colonel and his brave regiment of colored troops. Col. H. C. Corbin, now of the regular army, was Lieut. Col. of this regiment, and was with them in this action. Our gar- rison at this time numbered only about 2,500 men. These bold movements had a beneficial affect on the enemy. Reinforcements arrived rappidly and were assigned positions in the works, giving a total of about 5,000 men. The 3d Mich, in- fantry, Col. M. B. Houghton; 4th Mich, infantry, Col. J. H. Hall; 174th Ohio, Col J. S Jones, were among the later arrivals, and did good service in the positions to which they were assigned. The morning of the 29th brought with it indications of the enemy's leaving, and a reconnoissance by Col. Morgan developed the fact that only a strong rear guard remained. About 4 o'clock, the enemy was driven out of his last line of rifle-pits, and we re- occupied our old picket line and I took possession Df my own head- quarters, which I had been obliged to vacate, a shell having passed directly through my dining room. During the four days Hood was before Decatur, he threw up a line of earth works for infantry and artillery, extending from the river on our left to the river on our right, fully two miles. He made night attacks, keeping our men busy. Our garrison never ex- ceeded 5,000 men and nineteen pieces of artillery. I never saw troops in better spirits. Through night and day, with loss of sleep and hard work, no word of complaint was heard. My report made at the time, states that Hood's aggregate was about 40,000, with 60 pieces of artillery. He was heard to admit a large loss in killed and wounded, and this was afl&rmed by sol- diers and citizens. Our entire loss during the siege in killed and wounded and prisoners was 113. We captured 130 prisoners, in- cluding seven commissioned officers. Gen, Hood's "slight demonstration" against Decatur occupied him four days. It would appear that he had a great deal of respect 206 for the small force at Decatur, or he would not have taken the trouble he did, merely to get his army safely by. A.n army that moved with such celerity as his, surely did not need four days tc pass a place occupied by as small a force as we had the first day. It is true that his experience with Allatoona, had made him cau- tious about attacking- a fortified place, but with his whole army at hand, he ought not to have feared to push his attack on Decatur,, where we had a good pontoon bridge and plenty of food and am- munition, all of which he needed. Prisoners stated that they were promised their supper in Decatur, the first night of the attack. Can we estimate the results of the loss to us at Decatur at the time? There were comparatively few troops between Decatur and Nashville. Gen. Sherman in his memoirs says that Thomas had about 45,000 men at his disposal at this time, as follows : At Nashville, about eight or ten thousand, and as many more civil employes of the Quartermaster's department, which were not suited for the field, but would be most useful in manning the excellent forts that already covered Nashville. At Chattanooga, he had Gen. Steadman's division, about 5,000 men, besides garri- sons for Chattonooga, Bridgeport and Stevenson; at Murfreesboro he also had Gen, Rousseau's division, which was full 5,000 strong, independent of the necessary garrison for the railroad. At Deca- tur and Huntsville, Ala., was the infantry division of Gen. R. S. Granger, estimated at 4,000; and near Florence. Ala., watching the crossing of the Tennessee, were Gen. Edward Hutch's division of cavalry, 4,000, Gen. Croxton's brigade of cavalry, 2,500, and Col. Capron's brigade, besides which Gen. J. H. Wilson had collected in Nashville about 10,000 dismounted cavalry, for which he was rapidly collecting the necessary horses for a mount. Van Home, in bis life of Gen. George H. Thomas, differs from Gen. Sherman, and thinks the force Gen. Thomas could command wholly inadequate for the situation. He says (page 262): "Theo- retically, Gen. Thomas had then a large army, embracing the 4th corps of the Army of the Cumberland; two divisions of the 6th corps. Army of the Tennessee; the 23d corp (the Army of the Ohio), a large torce of cavalry, mainly dismounted and widely scattered, an indefinite number of raw troops, convalescents belonging to the lour corps with Sherman and the local garrison of the Department of the Cumberland." The two divisions of the 15th corps were due in Nashville early in November, and the speedy coming from the north was promised His corps commanders, Maj. Gen. Da- vid S S^a'ilf^y; 4th corns, Maj. Gen. .lohn M. Schofield; 23d corps; 207 Maj. Gen. Andrew J. Smith, 16th corps, and Brevet Maj. Gen. Jas. H. Wilson, chief of cavalry of the military division. In a dispatch to Thomas of October 12, Gen. Sherman said : ■"Hood's army may be set down at forty thousand of all arms fit for duty. He may follow me or turn against you. If you can defend the line of the Tennessee in my absence of three months it is all I ask." Gen. Grant made it a condition of the march to the sea, that sufficient forces should be left with Thomas to enable him to defend this line. October 11 Grant telegraphed to Sherman : "If you are satisfied the tri p to the sea coast can be made, holding the line of the Tennessee firmly, you may make it, destroying all the railroads south of Dalton or Chattanooga, as you think best." And yet before the 4th and 23d corps had been sent to Thom- as, Hood had grasped this line at Florence. Thomas had been in- structed by Sherman to hold defensively Nashville, Chattanooga and Decatur, and yet he was told "you must unite all your men into one army and abandon all minor points if you expect to de- feat Hood." I quote further (page 264) : The well organized infantry for- ces which had been promised to Gen. Thomas embraced about 32,000 men. The available cavalry largely dismounted and scattered in detachments throughout the division, was about 12,000 strong. The two divisions of the 6th corps, promised early in November in Tennessee, did not arrive at Nashville until the 30th. From this cause, and owing to the expiration of the term of service of many regiments, and the absence of other regiments that had been sent North to vote, his array grew less rather than greater, at a time when reinforcements were most needed. The 4th corps ar- rived at Chattanooga and was immediately sent by Gen. Thomas to Athens, Ala. Hood had then thrown some of his troops access the river at Florence. November 5 Schofield arrived at Nashville with the advance of his corps. He had been sent in consequence of the declatation of Thomas that he was sure that Stanley's force was not large enough to drive Hood's whole army back." The advance division of the 4th corps (T. J. Woods) did not reach Athens, Ala., twelve miles north of Decatur until October 31 and the 23d corps marched from Resaccaon October 30 to take cars for Chattanooga. Had Hood captured Decatur on October 26, apparently, it would have been a difficult task to prevent his moving^ into Kentucky. To you must be left the decision. If the cap- ture of Decatur at this time would have enabled Hood to move without much opposition through Tennessee and Kentucky, may 208 we not infer that the defense is entitled to more considertion thaa has heretofore been accorded it? If, on the other hand, Gen. Thomas bad been able, without the help of the 4th and 23d corps to dispose of Hood, then the defense of Decatur was only one of the many occurrances of the ivar^ where the troops had merely done their duty, and the result had no especial influence upon the subsequent campaign. Reminiscences and Personal Experiences JAMES W, WELLS As a Volunaeer Soldier ON THE 9th day of August 1862, I enlisted in Co. B, 102d Reg-iraent, O. V. I., for three years, or during the war. The regiment went into camp at Mansfield, O., four miles from the city of- Mansfield, O., on the 17th day of August, 1862. On the 4th of September the; organization started by rail for Cin- cinnati on a hurry order, it being reported that an invasion of the State of Ohio was threatened by the rebels under command of Gen. John Morgan. On arriving at Cincinuati. way in the night, we were marched through the streets down to the ferryboat landing, and crossed the Ohio river into Covington, Ky., where we were quartered in a vacant three-story building, called the Madison House, andont he 6th day of September we were mustered into the U. S. Army, numbering 1,060 men, rank and file. Wm. Given, a judge of common pleas court-at Wooster, O., was our colonel, and he stuck to the regiment until it was mus- tered out in 1865. John McNaul was captain of Co. B, but he re- sighed soon after entering the service. Here at Covington, we received our equipment, such as uni- forms, blankets and firearms. The guns we received were the JAMES W. WELLS. R FCOR O fi^'v^t^' ^o- 2' ^^2d O. V. I.; enJisted Aug. 9, 18()2; age 21; 3 years; captured Sept. 24. 1864, in action at Athens, Ala., paroled ; mustered out to date June 30, 1865, mustered out with com- pany. 209 Austrian rifle, a mnz/Ac loader of 58 caliber, aud they were very de- fective in construction, so that they could not be relied on to dis- charge when-the trigger was pulled. With this equipment we were hurried out among the hills that surround Covington on the south about four miles from the city, where we lay in line of battle (?) two weeks, ostensibly to scare the rebs back from the Ohio river. Had the rebs seen fit to have made an attack, we would have been in a sorry plight, with defective guns, undrilled, undicipliued, but as no attack was made during that time, it is possible that we filled the bill well. After two weeks of such experience we were embarked aboard transporti> and conveyed down the Ohio river to Louisville, Ky., to make very much the same kind of a show. This was the time the rebel Gen. Bragg had driven the Federal forces, under Gen. Buell, north through Kentucky. Here our defective guns were turned over to the arsenal for repairs, and for two more weeks we were left without guns, but it made no difference, we had to soldier all the same. In order to keep up the appearance of a defense, we were marched out into the entrenchments every morning about two o'clock without guns, there to remain until ten o'clock each day for two weeks. On the 5th daj^ of October, 1862, we marched out of Louisville, going towards Shelby ville, bringing up the rear of the army, follow- ing on a forced march, reaching Shelby ville, about 25 miles distaai, in one day in very hot weather all tired out. A short rest was al- io tved; and here the first foraging was done by members of the regiment; a couple of the boys (Co. L) broke through the guard line and killed a small hog, bringing it into camp on a stretcher triumphantly. Our Colonel was then new at the business of sol- diering, and had n't yet caught on to his job, and for this offense, he had these two boys marched at the point of bayonets in the handsof guards, with the martial band playing the "rogue's march" before them, and a large placard pinned on each of their backs dis- playing the word "THIEF" in large letters. A year or two later our Colohel would not have noticed such a small matter at all — that's after he had learned how to soldier. After a short rest the march was again taken up with more vigor than before, and we marched until late at night, in fact, no halt was ordered, but there were so many stragglers fallen by the way, that on entering B^rankfort next morning about sunsise, there were osily seven men in Co. B, and about the same number proportioned in each of the other companies of the regiment. 210 Those who stood the marc'fi and were in the ranks on enterinj.^ Frankfort, had the satisfaction of seeing- the rebs crossing- the bridg-e in their flight out of town. Starting- ag-ain as soon as the stragglers had come up, our march continued in a southeasterly direction through Harrods- burg-, Danville, and on to Crab Orchard. Along- this route we could not have been more than a few hours behind the rebels, as skir- mishing- v/as kept up continuousl v, and we frequently heard the report of g-uns as if in battle; and occasionally we passed newly- made g"raves on the roadside; and the dead horses decomposing in- the hot sun made us hold our noses as we passed by. From Crab Orchard our march was continued in a southwest- erly course to Bowling- Green, where' we arrived on the 25th day of October, 1862. This long- march of twenty days almost continu- ous marching- in very hot weather, set bard on the troops that were undici^"»liaed, and as yet unused to military life. Up to this- time our reg^iment had been but little drilled on the company drill, and there had been no opportunity for battallion drill, and during the two months we were at Bowiing^ Green, drilling was part of the daily program. On December 25, the regiment was ordered to Clarksville, Tenn., which is on the Cumberland river 60 miles below Nashville, in a southwesterly direction. On this march the writer could noi accompany the regiment, having taken a severe cold, resulting in quinsy and lumbago, and was left at Bowling Green, along with a few others that were indis- posed, in care of Dr. Mitchell. This was mv first indisposition since leaving home, and after the regiment had started, I sought shelter in the private home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Atkinson, rather than go to a hospital. Mr. A, was a shiftless blacksmith,, but his wife was a genuine lady, and proved to be a good nurse and one of the best hearted persons I ever saw. I bargained with her to take care of me during my illness, promising to pay liberally for the service, and in about four weeks I was able t©go forward to the regiment. Dr. Mitchell, the assistant Surgeon of the regiment, after learn- ing where I was located, called to see me, and after looking me over, and having a chat with Mrs. A, was about to depart, when I askfcd him if he hadn't come to doctor me. He replied, "Oh, yes, but you have found a better doctor than I am. I need not leave 3CU any medicine." Following up and rejoining the regiment. I took my accus- tomed place in Co. B, mess No. 6, in tbe tent nearest the cook 211 shanty, but was privileg-ed to remain in carnp only a few days, be- cause, from the exposure in the inclement weather during- the trip, I suffered a relapse, and was compelled to g-o to the hosptial, where I spent about tour we^ks. This hospital was located in a two-story brick build inj^, formally a female seminary, and the cot a^sig-ned for mv company was on the second floor in a room along- with twelve other cots whose occupants were as sick as I was, and some was even worse. Here I suffered indescribable ag-onies on account of the lack of attention in the way of food and bedclothing-. Rheumatism set in and my bones achisd beyond anything- I had ever experience. While I was thus tormented, Dr. Milchell, in making- his usu- al rounds among- tne patients, prescribed some remedies in my case, and I undertook to tell him how much I was suffering and how bad I really was— complaining that I couldn't lie in bed any longer, neither could Isit up; he replied, "Well, then, you'll just have to 'KOOST, ' "and with a sneer he turned and walked oft. [query.] If Jim Wells "roosted," did that make him a "rooster?'" [historian.] With only one attendant, or nurse, to care for these thirteen sick people, where all things necessary, or such as we g-ot had to be carried up or down two long flights of stairs, by night as well as by day, and he alone to prepare food for the sick wards, the reader may consider the desirability of a hospital experience. When I again rejoined the regiment, I was detailed to carry the mail to and from the regiment to the postoffice in town, being a light duty suitable to my condition as a convalescent, which ser- vice exempted me from picket and police duty for several months. Clarksville was an important shipping point on the Cumber- land river that had to be garrisoned, and our regiment remained there nine months. About the first of October, 1863, we received orders to pro- ceed to the front, the main army then being at Chattanooga and along the Tennessee river. Starting, we marched to Nashville 60 miles, and after a rest, embarked by rail south as far as Elk River bridge, where companies E, H, K, G and B, forming the left wing of the regiment, was stationed, and the right wing was dispatched farther at Cowan Station. After a few weeks we were returned to Nashville by rail, where we remained for seven months. Here Co. B was detailed at the military prison, that being the State Penitentiary building, where were confined some rebel prisoners of war, and a lot of Federal prisoners under sentence for various crimes. 212 Maj. John F. Horner of the I8lh Mich. V. I. was tfien com" mandant of the prison; (afterward he was a neighbor of mine irs Kansas on adjoining' farms, while I was a pioneer, along- in the late •60's.) The writer was detailed for duty as chief clerk of the prison, and later Maj. Horner was made provost martial of Nashville, and Maj. J. D. Elliott, of the 102d Regt. succeeded as commandant of the military prison. And thus the winter of 1863-4 passed The first of January is memorable as the coldest day of all our terra of soldiering; on that morninir the thermometer regis- tered four degrees below zero. The men in the regiment were encamped in tents all winter long, and frequently the murcury would go down to zero. I was fortunate in having a good, warm place to sleep in a building, even if it were in the "penitentiary." Although our regiment had been assigned to duty right at the base of large supplies, where there was no excuse for us to re- ceive other than full rations, yet we were pinched short in the quantity allowed us by the Army Regulations, by the dishonesty ofj our thieving Quartermaster, 1st Lieut. D. C. Connell. from Mansfield, Ohio. No amount of complaint of shortage of rations to said Quartermaster availed; so the Sergeant in charge, of Co. B's commissary stores weighed every issue of the rations received for several weeks, and on comparing their account with the Ar- my Regulations he definitely determined how much the shortage amounted to, and thus was able to make a showing to the Colonel, that warranted the arre?it of said Quartermaster for embezzle- ment, and on charges being preferred against him, he was dis- honorably dismissed the service by a court martial. Thus we ^vitnessed this thief, who had been stealing the food for months that we were entitled to, allowed to go home without any further punish mentment than that of being disgraced, when by rights lie should have been sentenced to a long term in the penitentiary at hard labor. In the Spring of 1864, our regiment was again ordered to the front, and we again embarked by rail, proceeding this time as far south as Tullahoma. Tenn., where we were stationed for two months, then we marched south to Stevenson and Bellefonte, Ala. Here the reginent was again divided, the right wing remaining at Bellefonte, and the left proceeding further down the river to Dodd- souville, Ala., where onr duty was to patrol the Tennessee river. In about two months we were sent still further down the river, the right wing stationed at Huntsville and the left at Decatur. !^13 And so the summer grassed without any event of much importance occurring" to the reg'iment. On the 24th day of September, we got busy, the rebel Gen. N. B. Forest attacked the L. & N. R. R, with a large force of cav- alry up in Tennessee, and succeeded in capturing- every station and bl-ickhouse along that road south of Franklin, taking the garri- sons stationed in them prisoners. On the day last above named orders were received by the commandant of the post at Decatur, to send the 102d to defend Athens and proceed carefully. It so happened that there was only 400 of the regiment fit for duty, it being at a time when the fever and ague prevailed, and 250 of the men were "hors de combat." The commandant of the post or- dered 150 men of the 102d and 200 of the 18th Mich, to pro- ceed to Athens, under command of Lieat. Col. Elliott, of the 102d5 to reinforce the fort and garrison there, Athens being 15 miles north of Decatur. At one o'clock the long roll sounded and the detail of men fell in with two days' rations and 60 rounds of ammu- nition. Starting off in a drizzling rain, we marched to the pontoon bridge, crDssed to the other side of the river, and marched thro woods some distance to the railroad track, where we awaited the arrival of a train to take us north. Bv the time we got fairly start- ed, it began raining hard, and the night was dark as could be, the rain kept up till daybreak, while we stood under the trees of the tall tim ber for shelter waiting for the train that did not arrive until it was fairly light. We climbed aboard the cattle cars and got started. After proceeding about three or four miles, the train had to come to a halt, because the railroad track had been torn up by the rebs, the ties put on piles and fired with the iron rails piled on top of the fire. We then alighted from the train and deployed as skirmishers in two plattoons, the 102d on one- side of the R. R. and the 18th Mich, on the other, with the Lieut. Col. in com* mand walking on the track. The burning ties made a dense smoke, and we had not proceeded far when a squad of rebs, who were secreted in the bushes fired a volley into our ranks and re- treated on therun. This was repeated frequently for several miles, until we hove in sight of the village of Athens, where we could see an enormous crowd of people moving about in the streets, which proved to be Forest's cavalry, some four thousand strong. Had a retreat been ordered at the time we observed that we were so much outnumbered, there is no doubt that we could have escaped among the dense underbrush and thus have avoided cap- ture. As w-e advanced nearer the fort, we were compelled to take 214 refuge in the timber to our left, where we were ordered to load and fire at will, until the enemy had advanced so closeh' that we were ordered to lie down and continue the firing-. Here Dan Smalley, of Co. B, while lying- next to me but one, was shot thro the neck just under the ears; he fell forward on his face and died without a strug-gle. We hug^g-ed the g-round until the enemy was within 100 feet of us, when the order was given to "rise sip, fix bayonets and charge." When this movement was executed, the rebs took to their heels, and we were so close to them that when the scramble was at its height some of our men were mixed with the rebs, and at this juncture Col. Elliott received a mortal wound and fell. The rebs ran across the railroad track, where the road was elevated by a fill of several feet, then turning their guns on us while they were thus protected, poured a dead!}' fire into our ranks. We were now in a peach orchard close by the thick timber, and other rebs approached us from the rear, and we found there was nothing left for us to do but surrender; so the Captain who then succeded to the command, asked one of our men who happened to be wearing a white shirt, "to jerk off that shirt," and the Captain put it on the point of his sword and waved it as a flag of truce. The motley horde of rebels clad in all colors from butternut to navy blue, now rushed upon us with their guns in hand and be- gan to rob us of our rations, clothing, money and everything else we had that they wanted, until we were a sorry looking set of sol- diers. These rebs were bad off for food and they needed all the clothing they could get; for many of them were clad in rags. About half of us were compelled to take off our good blue pants and ex- change with a reb for a ragged gray or butternut colored pair; the confusion of that moment exceeded anything I ever ex- perienced even to this day. Just before giving over my watch, I noticed the time of day to be high noon; we had been under fire practically all the forenoon, and I here record it that this was the shortest half day I ever lived. I have often been asked if I felt scared during the battle. I will say that at no moment did I real- ize fear. Ever}' moveinent executed in obedience to orders was made boldly and without any hesitancy; I really felt myself im- mured against rebel bullets, but expected that others would be hit by them, and so far as I observed, my comrades seemed to feel just as I did concerning fear, and did not observe the slightest move- ment that indicated cowardice. We had lost heavily in killed and wounded, but had reason to 215 believe that we had killed many more rebs than our full number eng-ag-ed; and as evidense of this the rebs would not believe that-our battaliion were all the yanks that were in the eng-ag-ement, so they turned the cannon in the fort in the direction we had come from, and vigorausly shelled the woods for an hour after we surrendered. After we had been completely "skinned" of everything of any value to them, the rebel Gen. Buford came in sight on horseback, giving- loud orders, "These prisonersmust not be deprived of any of their personal property." We were marched to the streets of Athens, and were counted and recounted several times over, and then they formed us into plattoons of four, and left us standing in the street under heavy guard until late in the afternoon. About sundown we were marched south under a heavy guard, the rebel officers loudly proclaiming that we must hurry until we reached the Tennesee, in order to avoid recapture by the Federal troops. The march continued until late at night, tvhen there appeared so many stragglers that a short halt was ordered, and duringf the halt two Yankee crackers, (hardtack) of the lot they had captured at Athens, were passed around to each man. We had not had a chance to eat anything since leaving Decatur the previous night, and as we had been robed of our rations when we surrendered, these light refrehments were most timely. Early the next morning we were again on the march, an oc- casional report of a rifle was heard in the rear, and after such a report, a story came forward among the cavalry guards, "that an- other d — d Yankee had to be shot because he couldn't keep up." We reached the river at a point called the "Shoals," a shallow place that enabled us to be ferried across in small boats that could be pushed along by the aid of poles. As soon as a few landed, a detail of prisoners was made and sent undt-r a heavy guard to a nearby cornfield, to carry corn to the prisoners as rations for their subsistence. The corn was too hard to toast, and not ripe enough to parch, but we ate it all the same, for we didn't have anything else to eat. After being regaled with this "hearty break- fast," we looked anxiously about for the preparations for the mak- out of our paroles that had been so copiously promised us — alas, blighted hopes ! As soon as the last boat load of prisoners was landed, we were again put on the march with as much energy as before, not halting again until night, and for refreshments some of the prisoners were allowed to leave ranks to get into the corn- fields, and throw corn over the fence into the road, which was eagerly picked up and eaten by the famished and tired prisoners. 216 without coming- to a halt. So for three days we were feept on the go almost continuously day and night until reaching Cherokee Station, on the railroad between Tuscumbia and Corinth. Here we remained for three days, apparently awaiting the arrival of a train to convey us further south. During ourstay at C'jerokee Station, our oflScers were separatedi from us and sent further south, but afterwards were paroled and sent north, and later they rejoined their regiments sometine dur- ing the winter. At last the long expected train arrived, and we boarded the dilapidated cattle cars, going west to Corinth, thence south {>h the Mobile and Ohio R. R. The train \\as run recklessly, without any headlight on the engine at night, and sometimes going at lightning speed. After passing Okalona about daybreak, and while going down a l9ng grade at break-neck speed, a small bridge was smashed, which caused adisastrous wreck. The momentum forced the engine and first four cars across the stream into a shape- less heap, the fifth car in which the writer rode, was thrown off the iron rails by the concussion, and it svent jumping along on the ties until it reached the abyss, and then it plunged into it; the car when it stopped stood at an angle of forty-five degrees. The bot- tom of this car was made of two inch planks laid crossways, and not nailed down, and when it was so suddenly sto^tped, the occu- pants found themselves at the bottom of the ditch in the front end ot the car, covered with the loose planks of the floor. On emerg- ing from the wreck, the writer witnessed a deplorable state of af- tairs, and heard the most heart-rending groans and cries for help from the maimed and dying victims. Soon both rebs and yanks were making frantic efforts to release the unfortunate sufferers, making no distinction as to "previoun conditios of servitude." There were several killed and a good many maimed in this wreck, but I could not learn how many. After the excitement had quieted down, the guards surrounded the prisoners and marched them back to Okolona, there to await repairs to the road, and for anoth- er train to transport us on further. The next incident I will relate, occurred at a small station south of Okolona, where the train stopped for water. A very old man, but apparently well-to-do planter approached the train, and extending both his hands to the guards in the car I was in, asked them to help him into the car, so he could get a good look at the Yankees. He seemed to be well acquainted with the guards, as hev familiarly called him "Uucle Harn." After he had sluug 217 ■some inBulting- remarlv's at the prlso-neis, one of fhe guards said to ,!him, "Uncle Hard, you are g-etting: quite old; how old are you?" He replied, "I am 95, but I want to live long- enough to kill one Yankee, and then I am ready to die." You bet we kept our eyes peeled on that old reb until h€ was out of sight. This shows the venom harbored in the hearts of those old rebs against Yankees, We arrived at Meridian, Miss., about 10 p. m., and it was rain- ing. The train halted before reaching the station, and we alight- ed and marched through the mud and water to the stockade a quarter of a mile off. This stockade was a small pen and crowd- incr us into it there was no room to work our elbows — not room enough for anyone to lie down without danger of otl)ers standing •on top of them, and the mud and slush was ankle deep all over the ground floor. It rained as it only does dowu south, and toward morning the weather got cold adding much to our discomfort. This was probably the most miserably unccniifortable night we experienced as prisoners of ivar. Next morning we were put aboard the train going east from Meridian, and about noon we crossed the Tombigbee river on a ferry-boat, and thence to Selma, Ala. Here we took a steamboat down the river ten miles to Caha- ba, Ala., our destination. Arriving about sunrise, we landed and marched to the streets of the village. We were taken in squads of 50 at a time; under guard to the office of the commandant of the prison, where the rules of the prison and the prison regulations were read to us and a sound lecture was delivered by the com- mandant, advising us that it was his duty as an officer in charge to keep us so there would be no possible chance of escape, and in order to make sure of it he required of us to turnover to him any and all valuables without exception. That he would not allow any- thing of value to be taken into the prison, whereby some unworthy o-uard might be bribed and allow an escape, and he ordered the guards to search thoroughly every man for valuables, and in this performance each man had to strip to complete nakedness, and and allow his ragged clothing to be gone through. When this lot had been gone through, others were brought up and the snme old lecture and search had to be submitted to until all were • rved alike, and then along towards evening we were urshered iniu he prison pen, it being on the 5tli day of October, 1864. The prison was located on the bank of the Alabama river close by the water, in the edge of the town of Cahaba, which was once the capital of the state. The building was an old brick cotton shed, with a shingle roof over about one-half of it, with the ground 218' for a fl(,nr, and covering' a space about 200x200 feet. A scratcb inr the g-round ten feet from the wall all around the inside of the build- ing indicated the "dead-line," about which we heard so much sai(J in the rules of the prison, and in the lectures alluded to above^ and were cautioned that k would be at tbe risk of life for anyone to step over the "dead-line" under any circumstances, as the lEruards had been instructed io fire upon all tre-pnssers, (an injunc- tion re]i£;:iously adhered to, as witnessed by us during- tbe next several months). Inside the building bunks, made on the plan of shelves over each other. They were about two and a half feet apart between floors and five shelves high, so that the men could pack themselves in crossv/ays. Of these bunks, there were enough to accommodate the 800 old prisoners that were already in at the time of our arrival, but when our partv, augmented by o'her squads^ captured like us, so that it numbered fully 800, about all had to find lodging on the ground. On the outside, but adjoining the building, there was a stockade enclosing 50x200 feet, which was used as a place to cook our food. This stockade was made by planting tbe trunks of tree> on end in a ditch, allowing them to extend above the ground about fifteen feet, making a formidable fence, and a platform about two feet wide was built on the outside some two feet from tbe top of tbe fense, on which the guards walked their beats, and could look over into the enclosure all the time they were on duty. The only redeeming feature about this prison was that it was provided with good wholesome water that ran in an open ditch from an artesian well not far distant, and on entering the prison pen it w-as conducted through it in a large wooden trough, and thence through to the privy sewer emptying into the river. It will be remembered that we entered the prison ragged and scantily clad, and entirely without blankets orbed clothes of anv kind, and were not allowed fire, except a little to do the cooking and sometimes were deprived of fire altogether: and, although it was in the "sunny south,"- the nights got cold enough during part of the winter to freeze ice 3^ to >^ at inch thick on the water that ran t irothe prison, causing intense suffering among the men. Along in February, some blankets were sent by the Christian Commission in the North, through Gen. Washburn, stationed at Memphis, to the prisoners and a few of them reached us, enough to allow one blanket to cover four men, a great relief to suffering humanity. On our first entrance into the prison, being about 800 in num- 1 er, we were counted off into companies 100 and each corapan}^ 219 was divided into ten Toesses olf teii men to eacli mess. One man of each company was chosen as a "boss'' in charge, designated as "Serg-eant, and this Sergeant appointed one man in each mess as a boss, designated as Corporal. I was chosen as Sergt. of Co.F, and it became my duty to represent said company at tbetimeof drawing- rations, and to have a general supervision over the affairs of the company, so when theitime cameto draw rations, repair to a corner of the building- where the supplies were kept stored, and shoulder a sack of corn meal, or whatever else was issued, and carry it to a location designated as his company's hear'quarters, where the ten Corporals, each representing a mess would gather around and re- ceive the proportion of rations for his mess. The Serjj-eant would ■stand along beside the sack of meal, dishing it out in an old tin can one measureful to each Corporal all around until the sack was emptied. All sorts of receptacles to hold their portion of the meal were put to use — some would take off a coat and spread it on the ground to receive it, another a pair of pants legs to hold his share, ■in their utter destitution, anything would do to hold the pittance of corn meak We were hardnp for something- to cook the meal in and for most of the time corn meal was all the rations we got, and that was frequently so musty and sour as to be unfit for food, but it was such as we got, and no grumbling, or the chances were that we wouldn't get any. For several weeks the proportion of cooking- utensils obtainable, were one skillet to thirty men, or three messes. The skillets were a motly lot of cast iron pots and ovens, of all sizes and shapes, but they were all dubbed skillets. A skillet would be filled half full ot water and a pinch of salt and thickened with the corn meal stirred into it, or cooked until it became dry and then eaten as pone. Probably once a week, or at indefinite periods, there was issued raw beef, very poor and blue. It was divided among the men in companies and messes. This was done by the Sergeant, first cutting it into small pieces, then separating- it into ten piles of equal size. He then asked one of his Corporals to turn his back so that he couldn't see the piles of meat, and point ing- to a pile, ask, "whose pile is this?" the answer "mess No. 1 " and so all around until all the ten piles were disposed of. We had no cups, knives, forks or plates, but we whittled spoons out of the boards of which the bunks were made, and when a skilletful of mush was cooked, the ten men of a mess would gather around it and each dip into it with his wooden spoon until the mush all dis- appeared. The men drank from the water trough like horses or dipped up the water with their hends. 220 At eight o'clock every nig-hf all talking' among- the prisoner®; was discontinued by orders of the g^uards, and the only noises- heard would be ibe snoring of the sleepers, interspersed bv the loud cries of the g^uards walking- on their beats on the dead-linev calling out every half hour, beginning with guard on post No. I, as- follows : "Corporal of the guard, post No. I, eight o'clock and all is well," and in turn be repeated by guard No. 2, then 3, and so on until it went all around among the guardson duty, as evidence tdat they were awake and on the alert. In half an hour this was repeated, the only change being to call it "half past eight o'clock," and kadi up every half hour until morning. Lights were main- tained by the guards burning pine knots at the intersections of their beats on ibe dead-line, the fires being about 50 feet apart. The guards about the prison were composed of the meanest grade of soldiers, all being either old men over 60, or young boy& iioder 16, considered unfit for active service in the field, both class- es being ambitious to have the credit of killing at least one Yankee. Thus we existed for months, one day's experience not differing naterially from another, and the monontomy became intense, for we were deprived of all communication from the outside, and all reading matter whatsoever. The only diversion we bad was the (:aily war with the vermin that infested our bodies. This killing ot "graybacks"(lice) was as essetial to our comfort as the eating ot fiiod. These body lice swarmed over us so persistently that it was necessary once, at least every day, to strip ourselves of our riigged clothing and pick them off. They seemed to breed in the saady ground floor of the prison. Late in the month of February the monotony was broken one 3i ght by an unsuccessful attempt at mutiny by a few of the pris- oners, the leader in the conspirators being a commissioneed offi- cf r, a Major of an Indiana regiment, playing "in cog" as a private junong the prisoners, (with the secret object of distingishing him- self). Accordingly, with a squad of prisoners of his own selec- tion, they stationed themselves, two by each sentinel prepared ^vi1h a blanket to throw over the head of the guard, all at a given signal, and al the same moment, and then by wrenching the gun f rom him, make him exchange clothes with one of the conspirators, aUer which they confined the captured guards as their prisoners m the privy. Then the conspirators wearing the uniform of the g iiird, each with gun in hand, awaiting in disguise on the several brats for the next relief to come on duty and in turn exchange plac- es s with the fresh guards intending to repeat the performance, 221 and in like manner ca- ' re more guards; but unfortunately for the conspirators, the 1^-! guard of the relief detected the fraud and showed fight whei, LUey attempted to take his gun, and after a struggle, he escaped to the rebel guards camped outside and gave the alarm, and at once there was a great commotion. In a twinkling the garrison outside placed two cannon loaded with powder and chains at the large entrance door of the prison, and demanded a surrender, threatening to fire into the helpless crowd, unless the ring-leaders were brought out at once for pun- ishment. A compliance to such a demand was an impossibility, because the guilty conspirators mingled with the others who were innocent, and they could not be found or identified on short notice* All the next day the rebel officers and guards took heroic measures to apprehend the- guilty conspirators, by crowding all the prisor- ers over close to one side of the pen, with guns and bayonets, and caused them to strip to entire nakedness, then hold their cloths in their hands raised above their heads, and walk singly between two fixed bayonets in the hands of guards, so they could be searched for a wound the escaping guard claimed he had inflicted on one of the conspirators in the struggle the night before, and as evidence he boastingly exhibited blood on his bayonet. This performance was repeated three different times during the day, and last- e d until late in the .evening, but the effort was futile, because the wound, although made by the guard as he claimed he had done, was made in the hand of the man he wounded, and in carrying his clothes above his head, he had managed to keep the sore covered up, and he was not detected. The nest move to compel the iden- tification of the ring-leaders of the conspiracy, was to inflict pun- ishment by means of starvation, and tor the next three days, not a morsel of food was allowed to enter the pen. Even this treatment brought no results. The commandant then offered a bonus of lib- erty to any one that would point out the guilty ones, promising to send the informant north thro the lines, a free man for the favor. At this offer, two young fellows from a Pensylvania regiment "peached," and they, accompanied by an officer and a heavy guard, went through the crowd and pointed out the Major and eight others, as of the guilty conspirators. The boys that peached never returned to the pen, and they were afraid to go north, so they were turned loose, preterring to desert the Federal army, and have a good time outside. The accused nine men were taken to the negro jail up town, and there confined in a dungeon 6x8 feet, so small that only six of them could lie down at one time, where tit they cverp kept until' the pri'soti'ers were ail sent to "Vic&sburR^ sisr. weeks afterwards, and during- this time they were nearly starved^ Soon after this e'^capade, when things bad settled back intc the old ruts, the n^onotony of prison life was again disturbed; this- time by the flood of water that inundated the whole town except two blocks. The water covered the pen completely from three' inches to three feet. During- these five days a meag-er supply of jkard tack were issued as rations. It was at this time that the cli- max of our misery was reached. There were only bunks enoug-b for 800 men to lie down in, but the number of prisoners in the pen- by this time was fully 3,000, and many had to roost on the loose- boards of the bunks. The exodus from Cahaba prison beg-an on the Sth day of March, 1865, one thousand starting each day. The writer was- with the last lot leaving- the prison, on the 13th. We went by boat to Selma^ 12 railed, distant, thence by rail to Jackson, Miss. The railroad having been destroyed west of Jackson, we had to marcb from thence to tbe parole camp near Vicksburg-, the distance be- ing 35 miles, bat on account of the weakened condition of the pris- oners, the trip took several days. While we lay in this camp, sev- eral of the most important events of the war occurred. Gen, Sherman was on bis famous "march to the sea;" Gen. Lee surren- dered, and president Lincoln was aesassinated. A call was made for two men that were handy with a pen, to volunteer to assist in making- out the lists, giving- name, company, and regiment of each prisoner, so that they could be systematic- ally raleased, and the writer and Hascal M. Cole of the 18th Mich., stepped forward, willing- to assist in expediting- the work, so as to get back into God's countr}' as soon as possible. This task oscu- pied three days of arduous work, but it was cheerfully performed. On completing the lists, we were marched to the river landing at Vicksburg and embarked on the ill-fated steamer Sultana. The saddest affair of all was yet to come; for this steamer, laden with 1,966 ex-prisoners of war and 70 citizen passengers, when seven miles above Memphis, at 2 o'clock on the morning of April 27, 1865, without warning was wrecked. A copy of the lists being desired, the writer and his assistant were detailed for this duty, and prom- ised transportation on the next boat going up the river, and thus es- caped the disaster. On completing- the task, w-e were given our release as prisoners of war unconditionally. On my return to the regiment, I was lionized aa^a hero, and given quite an ovation. Col. Given, on 'earning of my arrival, sent for me and requested ca n-arratlon ©r t'b« •whole experience, which 1 outlitied to him in de- tail, and I was required to repeat the story so often to different ^groups of the regiment, that it became an old, old story to me. The news of the disaster Vv'hich had befallen the Sultana, was .at once given wide publicity throug-h the northern papers, accom- panied by a complete list of ex-prisoners embarked at Vicksburg-^ and also a list of those rescued at Memphis. My name appeared among- the former, but not among the later, and as a matter of course, I was considered lost, and was mourned as one dead by my relatives for several days. I passed an incident in that prison experience that concerns two members of Co. B and myself. A few weeks after we were domiciled in our rebel home (?) at Cahaba, Ala., I think it was in the month of November, a rebel officer came into the prison call- ing for all the sick and convalescent to fall into line in plattoons of ■fours, to be-sent through the lines north to be exchanged. At this call about 300 sick ones got a move on and fell in. Then he called for one man in good health to volunteer and fall in line with each plattoon of tour, to act as nurse, to take care of the sick ones on the trip. At' this last call I crow^ied myself into the line, expect- ing to go, and while standing in line it so happened that Wm. Pit- tinger and Oscar (Shifty) Swiueford, of Co. B, were among the sick ones, and while the rebel officer was engaged in counting how many were to go, I had my doubts of the sincerity of these rebs sending the sick men north at this time, and realizing the fact that I didn't like to nurse sick people, I revised my purpose of going and jumped out of the ranks and allowed some one else to take my place. I afterwards found reason to felicitatate myself on my de- cision. After the count was made, they started and we heard no more of them until we reached parole camp. To our surprise, the two members of Co. B came into parole camp from the Anderson- ville, Ga., prison. They were still convalescent, aud had been al- mos\ starved. They looked as though they were nothing but skin anp bones — a piteous sight indeed for us to behold. Alter my return to the regiment at Decatur, I was not re- quired to do any duty, as the war was considered practically over, and military dicipline was somewhat relaxed, and in a few weeks the regiment returned to Nashville, where, on the 30th day of June. 1865, we were mustered out, and sent to Columbus, Ohio, to receive our pay. At Columbus, we were required to wait a whole week on the paymaster to get ready to pay us off, and as fast as the miea were 224 settled with, they started for their homes by the first train leav- ing" the city, singly or in groups, just an they pleased. This ended my three years' experience as a voluetear soldier, seven months of which time was spent as a pris^ milps away, (and so far as I was concerned, I could not see any fun in it,) but having a commander that knew no fear, we followed, and several times cut our way throuo-h three times our number. We finally reached a point insight of the fort, and then had to witness the humiliating sight of the Rebel flag floating over the fort, it having been surrendered by that cow- ardly cur. Col. Campbell, who was dishodorably dismissed the service for cowardice, and the guns manned by the Johnnies and ready to give us a hot reception. Our ammunition was exhausted, and we were compelled to hoist the white flag, which was done very reluctantly, by a a Sergeant of the 18tb Mich., who was shot through the shoulder by a cowardly ruffian, but the flag was ao-ain hoisted and hostilities ceased. We laid down our arms. Our loss in killed and wounded was slight in comparison to theirs. (I at least know there were more of them kil'ed than there were of us.) I heard Gen. Forest say to some of his officers, their loss would reach nearly one thousand in killed and wounded. When they had gathered all the prisoners together, we num- bered about 800, including some colored troops that were guarding the railroad, and were in block houses. Shortly after our surren- der, a systematic method of plundering our men began. Our men were robbed of money, watches, clothing, and, in fact, every- thing of value, going so far as to exchange entire suits of clothes. My fir?it encounter was with a Johnny, about my size, who had the gall to take hold of me and demand my boots, a pair that my moth- er had sent me only a short time before, and, of course, I did not propose to give them up without a struggle; so when he took hold of my arm, I at the same time took him by the throat. About that time a second Johnny rode up, jumped off his horse and demanded the boots, which caused some hot words between the Johnnies. I tried to impress it upon their minds that the boots belong-eJ to me and they need not quarrel over my boots, but the larger rebel grabbed hold of me, which I thought very unmannerly of him, but of course, between the two the big duffer got the boots, and in re- turn gave me a pair of old shoes with the uppers most all cut off across the toes. (I guess the fellew had corns,) and he never of- fered me any boot, but went off very much pleased, and of course 226. I wavS- very much mad. Very shortly a Johnny rode up and grab- bed at my hat, but he missed it and I hung to it for two days, and then they got that. Next went my pants, and in exchange I got a pair of overalls. I was no exception, all the boys fared alike among the cutthroats that captured us. We were soon started south between two lines of cavalry, and their fear of a recapture, of course meant a forced march for us. We were headed towards Florence, Ala.y crossing the Tennessee river above the Shoals, and dowu through west Tennessee into the edge of Mississippi, striking the railroad at Cherokee station, getting there in the evening in a terrible rain storm. The next morning they issued us a little meat, the only thing they gave us since our capture, four days previous, and had marched us at the rate of 30 to 35 miles a day, many times having to stop on account of the horses giving out. We were loaded on the cars (not palace) but box or cattle cars and run dowd to Corinth, and from there to Meridian, Miss., and here we were put into a small stockade over night, one so small that we scarce could all lie down at once. They here issued us a pint of corn meal with no means to cookit,but Yankee genius was not slow to find means to get there; a few of tis put our meal into a haversack that I had stolen from a Johnny, one of the guards, before leaving the car, and we dug a hole under the fence, and called to our aid an old colored man, who took our meal and baked it and brought it back about midnight, and with the piece of bacon that was in the haversack that I borrowed from the guard, we had at least what seemed to us a very good meal. The next morning about 4 o'clock we again took our "palace cars." Our oflBcers and the colored troops were left here. W^e then ran down as far as Okalona, Miss. There we lay that night, being kept in the cars most of the time. The next morning we received the glad tidings from a drunken engineer of our train, that "he would send some of you d— d Yankees to H — 11" before he stopped, and being in the fifth car from the front of the train, it was not a very pleasant thought to think of reaching that warm place so soon. Our train started out first, and we had not gone very far v^hen we disovered that the speed rapidly increased, and over a road that was in a terrible condition, and in fact, they had orders not to exceed eight miles an hour. But a drunken engin- eer could not guess the speed, or did not care. He was soon run- ning at a 25 mile clip; and it was all we could do to stick to the car, and in about three miles we struck a bridge over a small stream, and the first four cars went through the bridge, and the car that I 227 was in tipped up on end, myself and others jumping- out and down a bank about four feet, and rolled down into a cornfield. We all went to work g-etting- out the killed and wounded whish numbered 15 Johnnier^ and 7 Yankees killed, beside several very badly crip- pled. While there we tore the tin off the top of the cars and made pans and parched enoug-h corn for several days. We were then taken back to Okalona and corralled tliat night, and the next morn- ing started over the same road, the bridge havino- been fixed up ■during the night. We were hauled to Epp's Station, on the Torab%bee river, about 25 miles above Demopolis. We were then put on board a boat and taken down to Demopolis, and there transferred to cars and run across to Selma on the Alabama river, thence by boat to Cahaba prison. From the boat we were taken to the proves mar- shall 's office. We were then enrolled, stripped and searched. Everything of valne found was taken. Instructions as to orison rules were given, and then marched down to the prison, called "Castle Morgan," or Cahaba Prison. This prison wasanold cot- ton and corn shed situated on the bank of the Alabama river, and was owned by Col. Samuel M.Hill, and used by him as a ware- house before the |war. It was of brick construction, and one story in height. It was 193 feet long and 116 feet wide, with a roof partly rotted off A cook yard was built on the south side of the prison 75x140 feet in size, where all the prisoners cooked their rations, when they had any to cook. The prison was in two sepa- rate rooms. The one was used for sleeping^ quarters, having- bunks built five tiers hig-h, and ^as in size about 40x100, while the other room was 75x193 with an L off the short room 40x93, the water closet on the north-east corner of the building in size 8 feet wide, 15 feet long and 9 feet high. A stockade surrounded the entire enclosure. This prison was presided over by Col. Samuel Jones, 22d La. Inf. This man Jones, I am informed, was cashiered at Vicksburg- for cowardice, and then sent to Cahaba in charge of the prison. We had been there but a few days when I saw the first. piece of damnable brutalitj to prisoners. One of the rules wa- that no one was allowed to stop or turn back in the passag-e way lead- ing from the main building to the cook yard. One morning- as I was going- out a comrade thoug-htlessly stopped in this'g-ang-way and was immediately shot down without a word of warning- killing him almost instantly. I think about the sceond day I was there I had occasion to go to the sink, and absent-mindedly I crossed 228 the dead-line, and was followuig^ ibe g'uard around the corner wheo he happened to spy me close behind him. He. at once, pulled his gun from bis shoulder, and at the same time I think I jumped about ten feet and got behind a larg-e post that was a support to the roof; and if you ever beard a fellow beg; for him not to shoot, I think it was I. He finally told me to go and I went to ray quarters, forget- ting that I had started upon urgent business at the time. There were many and severe hardships endured in that pen by the boys of the 102d O. V. I.; but I now leave this for others to tell. The latter part of October, about 40 men were taken out to be exchanged, among them nine of our regiment, the writer among" them. We were taken down the river to Montgomery, thence by rail via Columbus, Ga., to Macon, Ga., and just the day before we got there. Uncle Billy was on his way to the sea, and he made a call on Macon and cut the railroad so we could go no further, and was put into the pen there. This was quite a large stockade and was divided into two parts by a board partition. On the one side we were confined and the other side the Johnnies, who were bad citi- zens. (We thought it should have had all the rebels in it ). After our arrival our band was augmented by a few more ''fresh fish,"" that had been captured from Sherman's "bummers" near there, and among them were some very live Yanks. We had not been there very long until a plot was made by 18 of us and sworn to stand or fall by the results. We began the op- peration of tunneling out. Our tools consisted of an old door hinge, a half canteen, (for shovel) two haversacks and a rope, (as motive and carrying power). We worked day and night in a small shan- ty near the center of the stockade. Starting by making a square hole down seven feet, and then starting out on a level. We worked at this for almost two weeks, depositing our dirt in holes around the stockade, and covering it up with old dirt and leaves. We dug 112 feet and then dug up as we supposed on the outside. But to our consternation when we saw daylight, found we were yet 18 inches on the inside of the tense. The night dark and raining, a splendid night to get away. But water entered our tunnel, which we had to abandon until the afternoon of the second day, when we dug out, all ready to go as soon as darkness would shelter us; but fate v/as against us, for just at sunrise a squad of guards came in and i\'alked around the dead-line and stopping opposite the shanty they found a bunch of fresh dirt, where we had plugged up the first hole, although we had closed it up as best we could. They knockd the plug out and took a gun with bayonet on and poking it 229 down, caught a little Dutchman in the calf of the leg. This brought forth a ye]l 1 hat would have done credit to a Camanche Indian. The guards came over to our shanty and put us out of the tunneling business. The}' soon set us digging the hole shut between the dead-line and stockade. This finished, stringent rules were adopted for a time, during which time we formulated another scheme. This was more desperate, which was to mob the guard, break down the stockade and get away. Fighting materi- al was got by knocking down an old chimney, breaking the bricks into pieces, so they could be handled easier. There were assigned four or five men to each guard. Time, one o'clock at night. The men were being stationed for the assault, and just about five min- utes before the signal was to be given, the guard from the outside came rushing in, and the surprise was so great for us that we had to run for our lives. But 13 of the boys were caught, and put un- der guard until morning, when each one was tied up by the thumbs, one of the most severe punishments that can be inflicted to mor- tal man. The rebel officer tried to force them to name the leader of our mob, but the boys*^ nerve never failed them, and the John- nies never did find out the leader, whose name was James Elliott, one or Kilpatrick's scouts. We were then in a few days sent down to Andersonville, Ga. On the way down after leaving Fort Valley some miles, one of the most exciting incidents occurred as a prisoner. In the next car to ours, 12 of Sherman's hammers, all ragged men, decided to mob the guards, throw them out and get away. So as the time came, the guards, three in number, were disarmed and thrown out of the car and our boys jumped out on the other side of the car. The train stopped and the Johnnies tried to stop our boys, but they ran like deer fleeing from the hounds. They fairly flew through a cornfield The guards soon gave up the chase and came bach to the train. An old planter said he'd get them, and as our train started we heard the blood hounds bellowing and knew the results of the chase. The boys ran over 40 miles before they were caught that night, and all brought back two days later, not much worse off, only the wear and tear of their clothes, We soon reached Andersonville, and soon were in front of old Wirz's headquarters. We were there enrolled and soon started for that Hell on earth called Andersonville Prison. I shall never forget the sights that met my eyes wh en the big gates were opened and we marched into that bourne whence 13,716mennever returned. The prison was located in Sumpter Co., Ga., and 60 miles south 230 east of Macon, This slaughter pen was 750x1540 feet and was made by placing- timbers on end in the ground in such manner as to form a solid wall 18 feet high above ground. Near the lop of this stock- ade were 42 sentinel or guard boxes in such manner that the guard could see all that went on in the pen. On the inside ot this stock- ade 18 feet was the dead-line. This was constructed by driving stakes in the ground, leaving them 2 feet high and nailing a lath on top of the stakes. To step or reach over this line was sure death. The Confederate Government through the agenc}' of Howell Cobb and John H. Winder built this stockade, evidentl}' with the design of destroying its captives by slow starvation and exposing them unsheltered and uncared for, to the burning sun, the rains, fogs and deadly miasma from the quaking, slimy quagmire, occupying over tvvo acres through the central part of the pen. It was built in January and February 1864. Gen. Winder made the assertion that he would kill more here than the}' would at the front, and facts and figares fully sustain the assertion. He was so brutal and heathenish that he was soon promoted and placed ia charge of all Confederate prisons, and Capt. Wirz, one of his cowardly ruff- ians was placed in charge of this Hell on earth. The first prison- ers were placed in this pen on February 25, 1864, and the last to leave it (and the writer was one of them) was April 17, 1865. During the time the prison was occupied, 13 months and 22 days, there were hauled out dead 13,710 men, besides many un- known buried in holes and in the earth to protect them from the cold winds and rain, the ground caving in and burying them, and their bodies remain where they died, There was confined in this pen at various times during this period 52,345 men. From June 1st to October 31st, 153 days, there were 10,187 deaths recorded. One death for evary 21^ minutes, day and night, during this en- tire time. For the entire time the pen was occupied, one died ev- ery 43 minntes. On August 23d, there were 127 men died, one every 11 minutes. In fact, every 4th man who entered that prison was later hauled out dead. Oh, what a record for man's inhu- manity to man 1 The poet may well say : "The muffled drum and roll has beat The soldier's last tattoo; No more on life's parade shall meet That brave and fallen few." I give you these facts and figures obtained from oflBcial data and personal research since the war. The bodies of these men 231 (1,055 of tbeni are fr-^'i our dear old Ohio) lie buried under the shade of the bean!ital Mag-nolia Trees in the National Ceme- tery nearby where they fell. Oh, my countrymen, what a record of starvation and suffering was endured by these men, naked, half naked, cold, hungry, black, dirty, starved skeletons, brought to that condition by inhuman treatment of the Confederacy through its officers in charge of these prisons, By what strange coincidence was it that all these cowards were placed in charge of these pens, such as Winder, Wirz, Bar- rett, Turner, Jones, -and Fitzpatrick, all these men were cruel cowards. A brave man is humane. There must have been meth- od in placing that kind of men in charge, therefore the Confeder- ate Governmeut is responsible for the deaths of more than 30.000 men put to death in the prisons of the south during the war. But my narrative is getling too long. Suffice it to say, I lived through more than seven months of hardship, starvation and suf- fering in these confederate prisons, and I thank God that I have been spared to this day, and that I had the honor and pleasure of helping to build a monument on the old prison ground at Ander* sonville, and to deliver the oration dedicating it to the memory of Ohio's 1,055 sons, who gave up their lives by starvation and dis- ease, rather than forsake the old flag. The dedication taking place Dec. 18, 1901, 1 at that time had been elected as the Depart- ment Commander of the Grand Army of Ohio, aud comrades of the 102d Regiment, my honor in this was shared by you boys, who were my companions in arms, and many of you suffered the same hardships with me in the great struggle of prison life. But comrades, not all of our boys that tvere captured and went south lived to return home, as near as I can gather the history. We left out of the 186 men of the 102d Regiment 13, who died while prisoners, and 70 comrades who went down on the ill-fated Sulta- na, on the Mississippi river April 27, 1865. These men had just been released from prison and on their way home, after suffering all these months of torment, and then to be blown up by a treach- erous engineer, is, in my judgment, .the greatest catastrophe dur- ing the war. Out of our total captured the bones of 83 of our boys lie bleaching in the southland. But my comrades, it is pleasant to think, after all our years of marching, fighting and suffering, that the cause for which thous- have died had at last triumphed. The Union had been preserved and human slavery had been blotted from the Nation, and the flag floated over a reunited country, made so by the blood of more 224 than one-half a million of America's best and the bravest of men. Our brig-htest smiles, Are for the true and brave ; Our tears are for those Who fill a soldier's grave. E. F. TAGGART, Past Dept. Com. of Ohio. Akron, Ohio. PERSONAL EXPERIENCE OF ALFRED M. SHEETS As a Volunteer Soldier BY REQUEST I hereby present some of the incidents of my service during my sojourn with my company and regiment, during three years of the war. I can truthfully say that I was the first man to enlist in Co. B, 102d O. V. I., July 25, 1862, at the age of 18 years and 11 months. I went into camp with this company at Mansfield, O. We, as soon as the regiment was full, reported for duty at Covington Heights, south of Cincinnati. The second evening after arriving there Co. B was ordered out on picket. I quite well remember starting down the heights on the south side through woods and fields, after dark, until we struck the pike. The company officers had orders to proceed on south until we reached the crossroads, several miles from the place of starting. The company was divided up into squads of about sixteen men, and deployed along the roads facing south. I remember that I and comrade Devilla Bender were on the out post. All was quiet until about twelve o'clock. We heard the cavalry coming, and we could hear galloping long before it reached hailing distance. B"^i- nally the noise came uncomfortably near, and I called, "Haiti" When the noise suddenly stopped I said, "Who comes there?" alfrp:d m. shki:tr RECORD Private Co. B. I02d O. V. I.; enlisted Aiig-iist 8, 1862; :\<>;e 19: 3 years; mus- tered out with company- June 30, 1865. 233 but receiving- no answer, I again gave the challenge, and received no reply. 1 then concluded it must be a loose horse, and by stooping close to the ground, I could see that it was nothing but a loose mule. "Vv e concluded to let him pass witboutthe countersign, and ■it was great sport to hear this mule challenged time after time, and let pass as we did for miles. My next on picket was on the famous old march through Ken- tucky with Buell's army. When we arrived at Frankfort, Co. B was detailed for picket, and sent west of the town some three miles to the outpost. I with hve of my comradesconstituted the advance guard. We had orders to keep about one-fourth mile from the company, which we did. We also had orders to kpep a sharp look- out for the enemy. When about three miles out, the advance went around a hill down in a valley by a little stream, we discovered about twenty rebel cavalry. It was then getting so dark that it wa with difficulty that we could distinguish their uniforms from ours. We immediately hustled back, when we found company B just around the curve mentioned, when we reported. Co. B was ordered to climb the bank and over a rail fence on a bank some 15 feet higher than the road. We vv^ere to keep quiet and if the ene- my followed the advanced guard, as they had already been follow- ing o this point, the boys. in the company, at this time about 60 in number, were to reserve their fire until the enemy got squrely in front of us, when an order to fire low would be given. The en- emy came to within three rods of the point designated, when they halted square in the road, and Vv^e were as quiet as death. We knew exactly the orders. We could hear them say they saw our advance guard, and if they only continued going they would cer- tainly catch it. They remained at this place something like five minutes, then heard them moving. We felt sure our time had come, but lucky for them they turned back. I often think of this escape of those brave men, for I cannot imagine a single one of their squad of twenty or more could have possibly lived, after passing through this place, as we were within twenty feet of them We stayed on this spot until morning, then were ordered h;irk and proceeded day by day untill we reached Crab Orchard. On poino- into camp at this place my haversack was nearly emrty. I pab-,ed a comrade from an Iowa regiment, who had captured a turkev and was dressing it. He gave me the gizzard. I boiled it in mv fruit can I used to make coffee in; this I ate tor supper nothinp- more nor nothing less. The next evening, I quite well remember we drew seven days' rations, or rather all that we were to have 234 for seven days. I bad seven crackers and a slice of snw-belly was my stock in trade. I sized up my pile and resolved as I had been hun- g-ry ever since I left home, that I would eat it all for supper, vehirb I did and be sure of it. The next morning- we started on the march and after marching- all that day, resting- over night we continued un- til the next afternoon, we halted on the side of a big hill and stayed there until the next morning. Below our camp on the fiat was a cornfield-, being nearer starved than I had ever been, I concluded to inspect that cornfield. I went down and found it had beets husked out. Having had experience as a busker, I was of the opinon I could find a nubbin that had been skipped some place in that vast field. I vv'ent bach and forth for more than a mile, and all that I could find that cattle would eat, except fodder, was a pump- kin, about as large as a gallon cror.k. I never liked oumpkinsat home, but I lost no time, neither did I hesitate to take Mr. pump- kin with me. I boiled the half of it for supper, and I can truth- fully say it did not taste good, but it did materially aid in keeping my sides from flopping together. You may talk of the pangs of hunger, or pain in sickness, but you cannot imagine the distress a person in good health will have after doing without nourishment for more than t\vo days, and then to dine on a common cow pump- kin boiled, I afterwards learned to divide my rations for each day. The next morning 1 boiled the other half of the pumpkin for breakfast. We resumed our march day by day until we landed at Clarksville, Tenn., January 1, 1863. Up to this time and after this I was with the regiment until October, 1864, I took the billious fever, having just returned from guard duty at Sulphur Trestle, Ala., and, by the way, I wish to tell of a little incident at or near the Trestle. A detachment of the 102d was there for the purpose of guarding it. East of the trestle, perhaps a mile is a public road running parallel with the railroad. We were on guard one nigh:^. I was on picket post, my beat running parallel and within ten rods of this public road. I went on duty at 10 p. m. that evening, and about 10:30 I heard troops coming, cavalry, artillery and infantry. I walked back and forth on my beat, and as they passed on the road, I could hear their talk quite plainly. I was anxious to know what force they belonged to, but did not inquire. It was moonlight, though not bright enough to distinguish the color of their uniform. Two of their party strolled along in the field. I was close to them, and as I discovered they were not wearing our uniform I did not bid them the time, neither did I inquire who they were. After all had 235 passed and the time came for my relief to come and past, I became a little suspicious. I walked past my post on the beat of theng as life shall last. A, M, SHEETS, Ashland, Ohio. OF J^COB HOMER AS A PRISONER OF WAR Geo. S. Schmutz, Historian. I will g-ive you a short history of my capture in the action at Athens, and my march to our prison pen, and the Sultana disaster. Our regiment v/as stationed at Decatur, and there was a detachment of ours and the 18th Mich, regiments sent to Athens, about 350 men and officers on the 24th day of September, 1864. We went by rail and when we got there, the men at Athens had already surrendered and we did not know it. and we fought them three and a half hours. There v/ere about five of the Johnnies to one of us, and I presume that we killed more of them ihan -they did of us. On that fatal field Lieat. Col. Elliott was killed, one of the bravest man that ever entered a military camp. The boys all said he was too brave, AVhen he got up to order fix bayonets to charge their lines he received a shot in the forehead. (My read- ers will observe that we were concealed in a dense weods), but we charged them all the same and broke their lines, and when about 200 yards from the fort we discovered that it had been surrendered and then we scarcely knew what to do. The rebs threw shells in- to our ranks cuttiug off the apple limbs above our heads, and it was getting pretty hot for us. There came a regiment of John- nies trotting up out of a ravine back of an old house, so after our Colonel was killed, Capt. Huston of Co. A took command and we all thought it best to surrender or we might all be killed. Capt. Huston hoisted a netvspaper. We had only taken one day's ra- tions with us and had to march about 100 miles on that. Not a 240' bit did they give bs until we readied Cherokee Station^ Miss., and then they did not give us any of our rations, they g-ave us some of their own. Their hardtack was not as good as ours*, they were made of r.ornmeai and shorts. ' I will here state how I got along on the march while in the Johnnies' hands. When we got to the Tennessee river, some of the boys gave pen knives and money to ride on the horses with the rebs, but I did not want to honor them that much. I had a good three-bladed knife and a silver pen holder and gold pen that would have made a Johnny 's eye water to get hold of it. I will tell further on what became of them. You remember how the rebs took our good hats, shoes and blankets, and when we got to prison nearly froze. Can you remember of receiving two ears of corn for two days' rations? This Vv^as issued to the sick and woun- ded as they march en from Athens to Cherokee Station. Now I will tell vou how I got across the river. I was like the hard-shell Baptist preacher, I took up my breeches and waded across. I tonk off my shoes, pants and drawers and rolled them up in a bun- dle and then rolled my shirt up under my arms. I first put on my shoes so that the mussel shells could not hurt my feet, and then I started, and about half way over it got pretty deep, so that my shirt began to get wet. I began to think I had better paid the rebs to let me ride, but I kept on and finally it got less deep, and then I got out all right and best end up with care. I sat down and replaced mv shoes and other things, and in a short time I was ready to march again with the rest on our way to the southern prison pen. Sometimes on the march the negroes broke ranks and tried to escape, The rebs would shoot at them, but I did not hear of any getting shot. These negro soldiees vv'ere captured at Athens and Pulaska. While at Cherokee one of my comrades, W. H. Ross, said to me, "let us try to make our escape to-night.'' I told him it would not do if we did, and if they recaptured us, they would kill us, as we were too far from our lines to make a sure thing of it. So finally we simmered down and went to sleep and wait the results. The next morning we took the train for Corinth, and when we got there I could see but little of the city. All I saw were a few houses and breastworks, which was thrown up some time before. Well, after the rebs got everything in order, I think they changed locomotives, the conductor that was with us did not go any further, and some of the boys heard him tell the engineer not to run faster than 12 miles an hour, but the engineer replied t hat he would run us to Hell in an hour, and they were going at a 241 pretty sbarp rate, and tbat night the boxing- took fire and blazed sup to the top of the cars before the guards could get word to the ■engineer; finally they reached him and he stopped and put out the fire, and then they went on again until the next morning, when about fifty miles above Meridian the train wa about to cross a small stream, and the locomotive got across, but the next car be- hind went plunging into that creek, and the car was all broken in- to kindling wood, and several more were badly smashed, and there were two or three of our men killed, and a great many mangled, •and if I mistake not the rebel guards suffered more than our meu. The cars were jammed together and caught the Johnnies' legs between the cars, so they had to get rails to pry the cars apart in order to extract the legs, and when they had succeeded in freeing them, they carried them in blankets to the nearest houses. V/hen the accident happened the Johnnies threw their guns down, screamed and cried for help, and finally they gathered up their guns and pat a guard around us until they had the bridge fixed up. We had a pretty good time parching corn, for we slopped right in the midst of a cornfield. I forgot to mention of how the iron rail had run in at the bottom of one of the cars and out of the roof at the othpr; and the car that I was in was the third from the one that was broken up, and the second one was also badly damaged. Wm. Ross and I were lying down when the accident happened, and Bill Ross jumped up and said, "for God's sake, Jake, hear our poor boys moaning. Let us go and help them." Well, we stayed in the cornfield camp about four days, and by this time they repaired the bridge and then we took the train for Doraopolis. Landing there we took the boat waiting on the Tombigbee river. We ran up the river four miles and then took a train for Selma, Ala. I forgot to mention the death of Josiah Morehead. He died while going from bull pen to the station at Meridian. We went from Selma by boat on the Alabama river to Cahaba. Cahaba is a small town on the Alabama river, and a few rods above the, town the Cahaba river em- ties into the Alabama, and Canaba is aboutilS miles down the river from Selma, in Dallas county. Now, my readers, you crin form •an idea where Cahaba is situated. Here we put in many a c'reary hour, thinking of the old folks at home, and also of our sweethearts. Now, comrades, I will try to relate some incidents at Cahaba prison. The first thing I will relate how I fixed the rebs so that they did not get my knife, money nor silver renholder and gold pen. I thought I would risk them if they could find them on my person, i cut a hole in the bottom of my shoe sole, and pried it up and 242f slipped the money in there, and then pressed it down ag-ain as firm as ever, and my ^old pen, I cut a hole in the waistband of my breeches in front and slipped it in there and my knife, I put in my canteen, filled full of water, and they did not think of looking- there When they came to examine-me they did not find a thing- to con- fiiscate, and when they marched us into the prison, I had all my property safe, but when I came to get my knife out of the canteen, I had some fun. I could not get it out until I melted the top, and then the canteen was forever spoiled, so I held it over a fire until in melted and came apart. Then I thought I could make some use of it, so I g-ot a nail and sharpened it on a Dutch oven lid and punched it full of holds to sift my cornmeal, which appeared to me as though it was ground husk, cob and all. You see I was at no loss, for we had to have something- to sift our meal, and the other half I g-ave to some of Co. F boys of the 102d, and they thanked me many times. When I got inside I was astonished to see so many wild Yankees. There were about 2,500 men it prison at one time, and a great many had no blouses, some had no shirts and some no pants. I remember the first night in prison, we lay spoon fashion, ten or a dozen in a row, and when one turned over we all turned. We lay on the ground, and" some had no blankets, and it was get- ting pretty cold. The next morning when I got up, the first thing on the program was to hunt graybacks. They were more nu- merous than greenbacks and very easy to obtain. If I remember correctly, the first morning I found 86, and each morning fewer, and I do believe the graybacks the Johnnies carried were larger and fatter than the ones we carried. As to our rations, some days we drew, and some days not. We drew about a tinful of meal to the man, if all was right, and sometimes only halt a tinful, just as they felt like it; and some days we got meat, and some days none, and half of the time we had no salt. You remember that piece of meat they brought in that had an abscess as large as the crown of my hat. The pus or matter ran out over the meat as we cut close to it. I tell you it was a bad piece of meat and as poor as Job's turkey. It had no fat or tallow oo in. I will here state that we had the honor of eating a horse while in prison. They were taking this horse across the river andhe broke through a plank on the ferry boat and broke his leg, and then they killed him and brought the meat in for us to eat. It did not taste so bad, but very course and blue. About the 6th of March we were taken to Jackson, Miss., and that night I got sick and thought of going to the rebel hospital, 243 but one of my messmates, George Haas, told me not to go, as that would be the last of me. He said they would give me medicine that would kill me sure. So he made me some tea, likely penny- ropa/, and by morning- I felt a great deal better, and was ready to march with the rest to Vicksburg, I think it was about 45 miles. It took us near two days to make the trip. Finally we reached Big Black river, and there was a pontoon bridge to cross on, and a flag of truce at each end of the bridge. When we got across the bridge, we were in our own lines. Then we had four miles to pa- rol camp, near Vicksburg. Here we stayed about 35 days, and then we toak the steamer Sultana for Cairo. About 1,950 soldiers and between two and three hundred women and citizens and deck- hands. Before we left there was a steamer started about thirty minutes ahead with a load, and some of the boys wanted to go on that boat, R. C. Wood. But Gen, Dana was commanding the post and he would not let any of the boys on that boat. He said he wanted them all to go on one boat, so we had to obey our superior officers. The Sultana had nearly a load before we got on. There were thirty fat hogs on board, and thirty or forty condemned horses and mules that they were taking north to recruit and get in shape for the service, but when we got to Memphis, they took off the fat hogs and a number of boxes and 120 hogsheads of sugar, and then they proceeded up the river and stopped at a coal barge and took on 1,000 bushels of coal. When the boat was loaded with coal, we went on up the river and about eight miles above Mem- phis, one of the boilers exploded. Some one said there was a torpe- do thrown in the furnace, and some said that the boilers ran dry, but it seems that no one knows exactly the cause of the disaster. I can scarcely describe that disaster, nor no tougue can tell all the suffering. After we had lain six months in southern pris- on pens, and on our way home to God's country, we had to be torm from our peaceful slumbers, for it happened about 3 o'clock on the morning of April 27, 1865. When the explosion took place, I was asleep and heard no report, and the boys said it was equal f.o a cannon, and there was a great hole knocked through the cabin and hurricane decks, and both smoke stakes were knocked down, and broke part of the hur- ricane down on the banisters of the stairs, partly shutting off es- cape, and when some of the boys wakened me, I was wondering why the pilot did not steer the boat to the shore, put some of the boys said the boat was disabled and could not land. The boat w s flloating and drifting with the current; finally I was getting 244 wakeued up to the sense of my duty, and I looked on the water^ and saw a great many of my comrades grabbing- at whatever they could g-et a hold of. Sometimes eight or ten would g-et hold of one another, and down they would go. I finally made up my mind what to do; after I had taken off my shoes and stockings and blouse, and while I was doing this James Guard nnd Gideon Stine came tO' me, poor fellows, and begged for me to take them out, as they knew that I was a good swimmer, but I told them, "every fellow^ for himself," so they were both drowned. I was for a few min- utes standing and looking on; a person could hear cries and groans and curses, and some singing and some praving for God's sake to have mercy on their poor souls and take them ashore. lean scarcely help dropping a tear while describing this, one of the most disastrous catastrophes that ever happened in the United States. I shall here relate the words of one of ray company bovs said while coming up the river. This was Wesley Henderson. He came to me and said, "Jake, we are going home to see our ju- larkies, aint yon glad?" I told him that I was, but alas, that poor boy found a watery grave, and he was a most noble soldier. I will here relate a story that Wm. H. Ross told me after we got out and were coming home. He said that one of the small boats was thrown from the hurricane deck, and it landed bottons side up, and there was a fellow jumped down from the same deck, and he had a stick in bis hand, and he ran or panched a hole in that boat, and it was a sheet iron concern, and belonged to Capt. Mason commanding the boat, consequently with that hole in it, it would be worthless. Capt. Mason was a very good and kind man to the boys. He was all the time busy throwing down things for the boys to get hold of, barrels, boxes and bales of hay and cabin doors, but he lost his own lite; was either drowned or burned to death. I never saw him after the accident, and I don't think anybody else did. Well, comrades, I will tell you how I got out. I watched my chance so that no one could get hold of me. I stayed on^the boat for about 20 minutes looking at the poor boys in the water, and fi- nally I was compelled to jump off, as the boat was on fire, and I had rather drown than burn to death. I kept on my shirt, cap, pants and drawers, says I to myself, I don't think the Mississippi river can drown me, for I had swam Odell's lake many times before I went into the service of the United States. So I watched until f saw a clear spot, and then some of the boys wanted me to come to them, but I did not go. I thought they might get hold of me, so I swam 245 away from the boat a liMle way. and then I looked around and saw two small pieces of ' (Uirds up cloee against the side of the boat, so I swam back and stcured them and put them under my breast, or got astride of them, and, boys, you have no idea how they helped me. Well, I lit out for the timber. I could see the timber by the light of the boat. I reached the timber, but when I got there I could find no ground to stand on, so I got two rotten logs that were floating loose in the wood and stood on them, and held to the cot- ton wood brush above my head. I was in the water pretty near waist deep for four hours, and part ;of the time up to my head. Finally the boat burned to the water's edge and sank. Where I got out of the timber was on the Arkansas side, and there was the pilot sitting on a cabin door, and a poor soldier on a sapling. He had been burnt so that his knee cap was nearly ofl. i saw this and talked with him, but he was naked, and he had climbed a sapling, and finally he fell off the sapling and was lost to rise no more. As near as I can tell I swam about 2)4 miles. John Haley, one of my messmates, swam about nine miles. He got hold of a large rail and just floated down stream. I presume he could not guide it, as he was not a good swimmer, or else he could have landed soon- er. The name of the place of the explosion is Paf^s Hen and Chickens. The reason it is called this is because there are so many small islands. I believe there were eight of them, and the river was very high, and all these islands were coveredso that a person could not see them. Some time in the morning I saw a large dead tree floating and six or seven soldiers sitting on its roots and branches. I watched it for some time, but finally lost sight of it. I will here state to you a fact as it came to me about some of Co. E's boys from BellvlUe, Ohio. John Divelbiss was bured or scalded so that he was disabled from swim ming and knew it, so he begged forGod's sake forBilly Lockhart to throw him overboard, he preferred to drown rather than remain on board and burn to death, so there was another good natured soldier found a watery grave. Af tertaking us ofi^ on a picket boat, which came up the river, and got some hot cofl^ee and hardtack, I felt somewhat better, so this boat went on up the river picking up all the soldiers they could find. Finally they landed and I walked out on the plank and to my as- tonishment I saw eight women all in one row on the ground, whom they had taken off the boat, burned or scalded to death. After we had gathered up all the boys that were in the river and woods, we went back to Memphis, to the Soldiers' Home, but stayed only about four days, and then got a boat and started for Cairo, and we stayed but a day or two in tJbat place, and took tlie train for Mattoon, 111., and I never was treated so well in all my trials while im the army , as I was in Mattoon, 1 should liked to have stayed a month' there. Why the citizens just fed us on biscuit and chicken and sweet cake and pie and hot coffee, almost everythmg- imaginable- in the eating- line, and I send ten thousand thanks to them this day for their kindnes. Leaving Mattoon we passed through Terre Haute and Indianapalis, Ind., and then on to Columbus, Ohio, our native State. Here we stayed only a couple tveeks,. and finallv we received our commutation of rations and our final discharge from, the service of the United States Wheu I arrived home my aged par- ents were overcome w^ith joy, so glad to see me, not thinking ever to- see me again, after hearing of my being'taken risoner. My brothers. aud si&ters- were much pleased to see me, I had three brathers^ in the army besides myself, and two had come home before I did,, and one was yet back with his regiment. I. shall now bid you ali adiew. From your comrade, JACOB HOMER, Co. A, 102d O. V, I. Nashville, Holmes Co,, Ohio. OF REUBEN GREENFIELD WAS A member of Co. D, 102d O, V, I I enlisted August 11, 1862. Remained with the command until Sept, 24, 1864; then 1 was captured by Gens, Forest, Wheeler and Buford, com- bined at Athens, Ala., taken ;o Tuscumbia, then to Cherokee Sta- tion, and there waited for transportation. Then I was taken on the train and got as far as Clear Springs. There the rails spread apart and the engine buried itself, and such a horrible sight I nev- er saw in my life. There we remained for two days on account of the sick and wounded, and with the mangled and dead. Then we were taken to Corinth, Not a man vt-ould have gone, but was in hopes of gt tting something to eat. We laid at Corinth a week or '247 ten days without a gnrriTci arotind us. "We "baa plenty of chances fto escape., but were too nearly starved to death. From there we were taken to Wet-^t Point, and held five days, and then taken to Meridian. There we dug- out, and when discovered, th^y shipped us to Larkin's crossing, and from there to Selma, and from there to Cahaba, where the rest of the prisoners were in quarters, I entered one corner of the stockade about four o'clock, and before I got half through I was exhausted from the effects of the pine smoke. Our prison contained one acre of ground, and there were about 2,800 to 3,000 constantly. Our prison was formerly an old cotton warehouse. In the fall a heavy wind storm unroofed one- third of it, leaving two-thirds of the prison under shelter. When it was dry it was so dirty and dusty and smoky you could not tell the fourth man from you, unless you knew his voice. When it was wet, it was like a stock yard; we had to wade in mnd and slash up to our shoe tops. I saw many a man get up from his bed with the mud and water dripping from him like hogsoutof a mud pud" die; and about the graybacks, they were '*to numerous to men- tion," or say anything about. Our regalar rations were a pint of cornmeal a day, with all other dirt mixed in and they were not very particular if they missed us a day or two occasionally. Newyears day there were five men killed and prodded with bayonets. Maj. Carlin of the 71st Ohio was sent there, and he organised a squad to tunnel out. We started the centre of our prison, under a wall and worked 25 nights, then the rebel guard discovered us and that put an end to it. The rebels put torpedos under the ground and told us now you Yankee s^ — s of b — s, if you want to tunnel, tunnel now. Then Maj. Carlin was removed from there. Then Capt. Hatch was captured at Chicamauga, and he saw a citizen killed and took his clothes and put them on, and passed as a citizen, and organ'" ized a band of Ohio and Indiana boys to raise a mutin}'^ to break out ot th e night of the 13th of February, and we succeeded in cap- turing all the inside guards. There were four guards at the door. We captured three and the fourth got away. There were on« hundred men organized to rush ont and capture the four pieces ot artillery planted for the door. They were double charged with grape and canister. V/hen the one guard got away, the one hun- men got weak in the knees and failed to capture the artillery. It was no time until the long roll was beaten in the rebel camp, and the old Major in command brought tivo pieces of artillery to the door and demanded the 25 guns that we had taken from their 248 g-uards, or he would blow us from "Hell to beeakfast." Some one of the boys replied "they are not ready to go to hell, but most d-d willing" to g"o to breakfast," and others trembled in their shoes and told them to hush. Then they brought their guards in and drove us all back to one end of the prison, then the Major g-ave full command to load their pieces except to fire. I never saw so many men of one mind as I did that morning. If they bad fired one volley it would have ki led a good many, but what would have been left, man for man, were all of one mind. They would have piled the guards, -and there would not have been a grease spot left of them. About seven o'clock we had roll call to see if any of them had made their escape. We bad roll call every morning by count- ing off. Then they gave us our orders for the ringleaders to be delivered to the authorities to be punished, if not, they would sto j the rations until it was done, but no one would respond. So they made efforts to find them, for one of the guards reported to them that he prodded one of us with his bayonet. Then they got five doc- tors and went through a close examination, but they failed to find the woundad man So many sores on them from lying on the ground and scurvey and itch, and eating of graybacks, they failed to find the wounded man. So they made us pass three times, man by man, and turn around and what few clothes we had to hold out with uplifted hands over our heads. The man had been wounded in the hand, so he wrapped his few duds around his hand so that they could not see the blood. But they failed in every at- tpmpt. Then they got hold of a young lad belonging to the 7ih Pa. Cav. and promised a parol of honor it he would tell who was engagod in the mutiny, and the first chance to our lines. Captain Hatch was a very nice looking man, but he disguised himself so that I hardly knew him. They continued until they had fourteen pri- vates, and they kept them the rest of the winter in the cell. When we were liberated they turned the privates with the rest, and de- tained Capt. Hatch and tried and convicted him as a spy. On the 28th of February it commenced with a heavy rain and rained until the Alabama river overflowed for thirty or forty miles back and brought the water up in our prison, for we were within a few rods of the bank, and the rebels came into the prison in canoes. Some of the boys asked Col. Jones if we could not get up in the town in upper stories of the houses, but the answer was, "when ver my guards wade in water up to their knees up on the stockade, we'll talk of letting you little Yanks out.'* Some made plaforms of what they could, while others had to stand right. in the water un- COMPANY "D" loid O. V. 1. While at Decatur, Ala. 249 nDtil it almost ran into our motitb' . For four days we hadn't a bite to eat, nor no sleep. Then we heard a boat coming- up the river. In a short time a rebel officer told us to fall into line, and some of us marched out, and I got on the second boat load. As we went down the river, the rebels had two64-pound g-uns on the boat taking- them to Mobile, and I got two rat tail files and •some of the boys spiked the guns. When we got within a few miles of Mobile, there was a little schooner met us and ordered us up the Tombigbee river, and from there were sent to Jackson, Miss., and from there we had to foot it to the Big Black river, four miles from Vicksbvrg. There was twenty-one of Co. D captured; two died in prison, then the rest were put aboard the Sultana, and fifteen pprished on the Sultana, and four of us lived to come home. REUBEN GREENFIELD. Ontario, Richland Co. Ohio. PERSONAL EXPERIENCE OF HAMON W. CHRISTINE WAS captured Sept, 24, 1864, at Athens, Ala. Was taken to Ca- haba, Ala., where we remained six months. Our fare con- sisted of corn and cob chopped together, and once in a while some poor beef that yon could smell before it reached the Inside of the prison fence. Sometimes we had salt, but a very small quan- tity. Our beds were the ground with nothing over or under us' until along- about February, our government sent ns some clothing-, but the rebels helped themselves first. We had chances of buying sweet potatoes which we paid at the rate of $4.00 per bushel, and sweet cake made of sorghur^i mo- lasses at $2.00 per cake, size 4x6 inches, and as black as the ace of spades. White bread a dollar a loaf, the size of a five cent loaf of northern bread. We received $9.00 of Confederate money from the officers who -^■^ere released on parole. The money was divided up among- the boys of the 102d, and some of us sold our buttons, for which we re- 250 ceived pi'ices from 25 to 50 cents each. Cbuck-a-luck o-ames were carried on and money won from the rebs was loaned out S2.00 for $1.00 in greenbacks when we returned home. Stealing was carried on to a great extent. You could not la)' a pan or anything down and turn around but someone had it. Efforts to escape were indulged in to some extent. At one time a tunnel was in operation, and one more night would have seen daylight, but spies reported the case and that sto'-ped the tunneling. At another time a party of about IGO captured all the inside guards and would have escaped, but they were all alarmed. Some wanted to go and others not to risk it. So that fell through. The hardest time we had while in prison, was the last three days and nights, when the river overflowed and covered our prison. Not less than a foot of water all over the prison. We carried in cord wood and placed two sticks on the ground and two across, un- til it was high enough out of the water, so four of us could sit on it with our backs to one another, and our legs banging in the water. That way we sat for the three days and nights. We left prison on the 6th of March, and took boat to the mouth of the Tombigbee river, and from there to Gainesville, where we took cars for Meridian, Miss., and from there to Vicksburg, where we went into camp under the old flag, but still under an officer of the Confederacy, under an agreement with our people. After Lincoln was killed the rebs were run over the river, and Gen. Da- na placed us on the steamer Sultana, and sent us to Memphis, and on leaving there on the morning of April 27, 1865, our boat was blown up by a torpedo placed in the coal at the coalery north of Memphis, and out of 2,300 men, about 700 were saved. I will say they were the happiest set of men I saw, AH their talk was home, but in less time than telling it, they were sent to eternity. Our regiment had 105 men on board, and 73 were lost, and out of our Co. H, 14 men were on board, and three were saved. We could not have lost so many in battle in the same time. I was lying on the hurricane deck with several others of our regiment, when the boat blew up. I got down in the cook house, and got a barrel with one head out. I threw it out and jumped, but got into a crowd and felt sure I would be pulled under, so I got back on the boat, and stripped off and jump again, when the wheel house fell out and took me under, but I dove and got out and I got a plank and with a young fellocv belonging to a Tennessee regiment, whohad a plank also, we hitched together and- floated down stream toward Memphis. Although we did not know then where we were, after 251 ?geiUng down about three miles, another man got on. He proved to be Elias Hines, of the 18th Mich. The first that got on became ^o bad that he did not know anything, and finally fell off. when we got into a whirligig, which carried us around pretty fast. After that we floated down the river until we reached Memphis, nine miles from the wreck. We were taken up by some of the city firemen, g-oing out in boats to gather these men up. We were taken to the hospital for clothing and kept there, the doctor claiming we would more than likely be sick, anc4 made us stay in three days. We took the boat Belle St. Louis for Cairo, and from there to Mattoon, 111., and were taken in by the citizens and fed and treated more like white folks tnan since leaving home in 1862. We left there for Indianapolis and from there to Columbus, where, after tea or fif- teen days were mustered out by order from the War Department. 1 was married when I enlisted, and after returning home, I went into the lumber yard at Wooster until 186(», and then in the McDonald shops. In 1869 my wifedied, leaving me two boys larger than I am, and fine boys they are. I married again and moved to Columbus, O., and am engaged in the Ry. Mail service for the Pan- handle road. Am doing finely, as well as hard times can allow. W. H. CHRISTINE. Prison Experience oi George Nouse Plimpton, Holmes Co. Ohio, August 22, 1887. I will endeavor to give you a few lines. In that fight at Athens, I was captured Sept. 24, 1864, and vvas a prisoner seven months and four days. I was wounded in the left wrist. I never had any- thing done to it in the way of dressing the wound until three days after I was captured. The first prison that I was in was the Ca- baba on the Alabama river. I was in that prison two month. From there a lot of sick and wounded were taken out with the un- derstanding that we would be exchanged at Savannah, O3., but when we got to Macon, W. T. Sherman was on his march to the sea. V/e were-taken out of the cars and put in a stockade over nigiit. The next day the rebel doctor came in and examined the sick and wounded. I was taken to the hospital, and I was there over four months. While in this same hospital I saw a man with hair as ]'. vig as my hand. The graybacks got into his hair, and the nurse cut his hair, and he had to stop every once in a while to scrape the 252 ^um off the shears before the shears wonld cat throug^h his hair, and after he got his hair cut he went out behind the hospital and scratched the lice of his bead. The rebel guard saw the lice from the platform that was around the hospital. That man died. land some of the 102d were taken to Andersonville. We were only m five days. From there they ran us, as we supposed in the direction- of Atlanta, but from some cause or other, they did not like that lo- calitvj tney either backed tack, or turned around, and I expected that I would have another chance at Andersonville, but they never stopped, but took us to a place called Baldwin, in Floriday. In this place I was about two weeks, and in an exchange or parole camp^ and while here one night the rebels whooped and yelled like demons. The next morning I asked them what the rnmpus waS' about last night. They told me that such a State had come back into the Union, and that Lee had surrendered to Grant. After Lee had surrendered, they turned us loose at Baldwiuy and some of the rebel guards went with us intoour lines and stayed. That was at Jacksonville, Florida. When I got there, negroes were there. They gave us of thei r rations, and our Government issued us rations. One man died and more were sick. We laid along the St Johns river about two weeks, and from there took a steamer to the Atlantic. Took Ocean steamer to Anapolis, Md. Was on ocean four days and nights. From Anapoilis took B. & O R. R. Crossed the Ohio and went to Camp Chase, O. Was in Camp Chase four weeks. Discharged June 12, 1865. GEORGE NOUSE. REMINISCENCES ESCAPED FROM THE JOHNNIES ON THE 2d day of September, 1864, the 102d boarded a train of box cars at Bellefonte, Ala., to be carried to the scene of depredations by Gen. Wheeler in the vicinity of Pulas- ki, Tenn. Space on the top of the cars was the best the train could afford us, and the day being very hot, developed fever and ague in many who were on the verge of the disease. Upon reaching Athens, Ala., it was decided necessary to leave 2S3 the sick, to tlie ntitnbp" x'^f 33, in ati improvised bospttal. Dr. Al- !bans, the reg mental hospital steward, being- placed in charge of it. Here we did fairly well until, Sept. 23, when the garrison of the rpost was attacked by Gen. Forest. About an hour before sunset we noticed skirmishing along the picket line, about a half mile dis- tant from the hospital. At the same time the express and passen- ger train arrived from Nashville. Finding communication south- ward cut off, the locomotive was detached from the train and ran down the track to ascertain che trouble. It returned in a short time, having found the track torn up, or being torn up. By this time retreat was impossible as well. So the train fell into the ihandsof Foresf^s command, and later applied the torch to it. Curious to see and know what was going on, all the inmates of the hospital, who were able, had gone a short distance from the building to a point where a good sight could be had of the skir- mishing. Noticing the firing drawing nearer and more to our rear, prudence dictated my returning to the hospital. Before quite reaching the building, a troop of rebel cavalry came pouring from the rear and began firing at us. I succeded in reaching the build- ing, but all the rest on the outside were at once made prisoners. The house used for the hospital was an old style brick build- ing, with entry through the middle from front to rear, which gave place also for the stairway. The doctor used for his office a room on the second floor, at the head of the stairs. In hurrying into the building, without having any particular motive in mind, unless to get as far as possible from the Johnnies, I entered this room. I found in this room, besides the doctor, a private of our regiment, whom I am not now able to name, and a negro boy. The rebels almost immediately entered this room. In my desperation to es- cape capture, I ran to a small fire place at the right of the room. Quickly reaching in, I found in the flew, above the arch, two ledg- es, one two feet above the other. No quicker thought than done, I vras perched upon these. In a minute more, several of the in- truders came to the door with "do you surrender?" "Yes, "the doc- tor replied. "Have you any arms?'' "None." This was the last I heard of the doctor until the next morning. The room was now vacant, and there was but little noise below, but later in the eve- ning and during the night, the room was frequently entered by persons, as I supposed, on the search of something, probably booty. Well, along toward midnight, from the light reflected down the chimney from the sky, I suspected the rebels had fired some build- ings, which, I learned later, was the building containing the com- 254 missary and quartermaster stores, and beside some railroad property was destroyed. Later a heavy tbuncier storm passed over the place, after which the air became very cool, making- me uncomfortable, not being- suitably clothed. I also suffered froms my cramped situation. The long-, weary night finally g-ave way to the dawn of another day. As soon as it was sufficiently light, a battery of field pieces, planted near the hospilal, began to play on the fort, distant about a half mile, apprising me of the fact that more than a guerrilla band was present. A brief time was suffi- cient for the battery to do its work; for, as I learned later, the fort succumbed without replying. A little later, I heard the rattle of musketry and the yell of the charging rebs, also heard the doctor talking with the rebel officers about the engagement. Rebel sur- geons made the room a sort of headquarters. After the fighting ceased several wounded Johnnies were brought into the room. It being uncomfortably cool, a well meaning attendant suggested ma- king a fire. "No," said Dr. Albans, "we have a large room on the other side of the hall which is warm, comfortable and furnished with cots. We will place the men in that; this is my room and I don't want any fire." Nothing more was said about roasting me. Once during the afternoon, while no one else was in the room, the doctor came to the fireplace and inquired if I wanted anything. I said, "nothing but a drink." This he gave me. He told me the rebels would leave in the evening. Toward evening the room was left to me alone, seldom any one coming in. As it was turning dark, I could hear the maneuvering of battallions and other voices sug- gesting departing Johnnies. About an hour after dark the doc- tor came to the chimney and told me to come down, and I did, at once, being as black as any darkey in Alabama. For a time 1 was unable to stand; by limbs having become numb and almost rigid. The doctor procured water for me with which I restored myself to the semblance of a white man. Then I was given a cot in the room before mentioned, also a bite of musty bread to break my fast, and I was happy. The next morning, in passing out of the house the first ob- ject to meet my eyes was lour rebs stretched out on the floor of the porch who were taking their last long sleep, in consequence of the previous day's sport. During the remainder of my stay at A'..hens I did duty as a nurse, and as such had my hands full. The rebels, as might be expected, carried off all our supplies, leaving us nothing whatever to eat. This want, however, was royally met by the ladies of the place, coming in with loaded bas- 2S5 kets of dainties, such ns I had not supposed the South capable of producing-. The tb< i o loyalty of the citizens to the Southern cause made the surprise all the greater. The affray rid me of my knapsack and contents, which includ- ed my watch, but since I was safe, I cared little for that. The se- quel proved that had I been captured, I should never have re- turned home, as this episode was followed by a very severe sick- ness, from which [ did not recover for several months. JOHN LONGENECKER, Willmot, Ohio. Sergeant Co. A, 102d O. V. I. Benton Harbor, Mich., Dec. 10, 1907. G. S. ScHMUTZ, Historian. Dear Comrade — The following are a few incidents which I have not forgotten, which if not worth publishing will do no harm to send them. When in camp at Mansfield we drew light bread, but as I had no butter to spread on it, I thought it was poor living, but I con- soled myself that when we drew hardtack, I would have a feast. When we arrived at Covington, we drew rations. I was delighted and threw my light bread out of the window. To my horror I found hardtack had no taste, neither could I bite them, but some one found it out before I did, as my light bread was gone tvhen I returned to get it, so I had to make the best of my hardtack by ex- perimenting and starving myself until I could eat them. When the 102d was at Covington waiting to have a brush with Gen. Bragg, one night we were called in line of battle. After waiting for some time for the rebs, the of&cers complimented the boys for their bravery and for forming in line so quickly. The next day the boys were taken out to discharge the loads of their guns, many of them would not go off. It was discovered that the bullet end of the cartridge had been put in first. When the 102d was stationed at Clarksville, Tenn,, the regi. ment was furnished horses to do some scouting. I,'with the rest of the boys, was anxious to take part in the fun. The scouting company was made up by volunteers. I had just come in from picket, and volunteered to go out that night. We rode about 40 miles, captured a few rebels, fed our horses and returned to camp next day. We had the privilege of cleaning our horses. I made a poor selection — had a hard rider. It caused me a great deal of 25 6f pain to ride. I did not dare to walk as I could not keep trp. Whera we arrived in camp 1 could hardly walk, bui was detailed to go on picket. I had to go, as I volunteered to go on scout. That was. the last time I volunteered to go on scout. Another incident, which some of the boys of the 102d were- ccnnected, and of which I was an eye witness, occurred while the 102d with some other regiments, amounting in all to about 2,000, were stationed at Decatur, Ala, When Gen, Hood besieged the fort at that place, one night, the rebels advanced their lines to a short distance of the fort, throwing up fortifications. Some of the boys, amounting- to about 40, about headquarters, formed themselves into a company, marched down the Tennessee river,, under cover of its banks, until to the rear of the rebs' fortifications^ made a charge on their works, having arranged to have all the heavy guns fired at the same time. One hundred nineteen rebels threw down their arms and were captured before the trick was discovered. The rebels said "that was another d — • — d Yankee trick." JACOB STRONE. Experience of Joseph Awkerman Y REQUEST I shall endeavor to write a reminiscence of the Civil War. I enlisted August 9, 1862, in Co. I, 102d O. V. I. Was mustered into service Sept. 6, for three years, unless sooner discharged My subject will be the sick in camp and hos- pital. We were transported to Louisvile, then the army started to drive Bragg out of Kentucky. We marched through Sbelbyville, Frankfort, Rough and Ready, Lawrenceburg, Silvisa, Danville and Crab Orchard; then retraced our steps to Danville, then took a south-west direction through Perryyille, Lebanon, Mumfordsville, Cave City to Bowling Green. Now, by hard marching, not much to eat and drinking pond water, (these ponds were depressed plac- es in the ground, from one-fourth acre to two or three acres. Some had springs in them, but no outlet). Horses drank from these sink holes, and by the time infantry came up, it would not be very desirable to drink, but ours was Hopkin's choice. Now the read- er can readily imagine the kind of water we had to drink and cook with. We were not in a very healthy condition. When the regiment got to Bowling Green, I was entirely worn J^OSEPH AWKKRMAN Poneta, Wells County, Indiana, '^^[■j^^^^lH i^ ^^ ^m «.'^^H ^A(--\ %^^^^^^B F"'"^ ^^H ik^'.^^^HB ^^^^"Xtiafe" < JOSEPH AWKERMAN RECORO P""'^^*^ ^°- ^' ^^-<^ O- ^^' !•' enlisted Aug-ust 9, 1862; ag-e 22; 3 years; mns- tered out with company June 30, 1865. 257 o^t, cou]d hardly set one foot before the other, and my feet were blistered and skin rubbed off that they were nearly raw when dis- missed. I took ray blanket and knapsack, made a place to lie down (about one o'clock p. m.) and laid down and never g-ot up until just at sun set. I g-ot up and made preparation for something- to eat, but my canteen was empty, and had to g-o to Baron river to get water, distantabout one fourth mile. Got back, but my feet were so yore that I could hardly walk. I made a tin cupful of coffee; had a piece of a cracker and a small piece of meat, and had asmall feast of my own, never once thought of inviting my near neighbors. I i-elt better, after drinking some coffee. Now reader, please go with me to see ra*^ put out my wash. I gathered up my duds and about a half bar of soap, and started f(jr the river. Got close down to the water, used the river for my washtub. I applied plenty of soap and rubbed to ray hearts con- tent. I know I got them clean, for I did the work myself. The reader may think he wonld have done different, but a little expe- rience would have settled that question. By this time tht-re was a good many sick, caused by hard marching, short rations, bad water and exposure to the weather. We will notice some cases in camp; a person could see lying- around almost anywhere in all kinds of condition. One certain boy had been lying- around. I passed by where he was Iving; his moaning could be heard quite a distance. I asked him what was the matter. He g-ave me no answer. I knew his circumstances. He ought never tohave enlisted. In a few weeks he was discharged. He is still living-, aged 82 years. Will mention another case. He was a very reserved character.- Seldom speaks unless spoken to. He got sick in camp. Was lying around, could hardly drag him- self around, and all the time getting worse. As time went on, he g-ot weaker, finally g-ot so weak and not able to help himself, and one evening I was sitting by the same fire, 1 noticed he was deliriaus. He got to talking to me like I was one of the same family. His talk was about home affairs, and was all mixed up. I reported to his Captain (this was in the evening). The next forenoon he was taken to the hospital. All this time we had no shelter, no more than the clouds, and they would frequently spring a leak. This boy died in about three days. I will now give my own experience. I was in the same box with the rest; was on duty about every other day. I was entirely ->'orn out when I got here, and never g-ot rested up. About this lime a detail was made to go to Russellville, and it fell to my lot 25.? to g-o witn otliers. We were pnf on Hat cars, and tFiong-ht [t qnhe a treat, rt was something- out of the ordinary to sfet to ride. We g<^t there about an hour after dark, an(y alacrity that is characteristic of the American volunteer. Gar preparations consisted in getting one day's rations read 3% gathering up arms, amunition &c. The writer had an old rusty Enfield rifle that would shoot clear to the other side of no-place, and kick harder than a healthy Government mule. After our preparations had all been made and Jake McCauley had been informed a namber of times about "three men going forth in the dark," we lay down to sleep and were aroused at three oclock. We got up and after a hasty breakfast, assembled and marched to the river, about two miles distant. Here a fiat boat that probably held fifty or sixty men safely awaited us, and in three trips all landed on the other side of the river. The first thing we en- countered was an immense cornfield, on which at this time grew corn to a heighS only knowrn on rich river bottom lands, and which entirely obscured the mountains back of it. We passed through this cornfield and came to the foot of the mountain and saw a kind of road or path, then in disuse and cov- vered with short grass. Up this road we clambered and when about two-thirds of the way up, we came to where the road forked, and here our force halted. Here also the commander of that part of the expedition, the lamented and brave Capt. Aaron E. Zody, came back to me and said: "Richards, I want you to take fifteen men and guard this point. I wish to take these commissioned officers with me, and if you will, you can have your choice of men.' I assent- ed, and as there v/ere just fifteen men of the band along, besides myself, I selected them. "Now" says the Captain, "remember that the homeguards and the bushwhackers are dresised alike, but we have a countersign, which is 'Tiger,' and if you see any stranger, demand the countersign, and if he an- swer 'Tiger' you may take him in, but if not, — well — you khow what we came for. Now place your men in any manner you may choose that will add to your safety. Keep perfectly qaiet, but remember we came over today to clean out these bushwhackers." With this parting injunction he exclaimed, "Forward, march!" to the main body and they resumed their assent up the mountain. Our small party all soon dropped down behind the small bushes which thickly covered the mountain at this point, and undertook to keep quiet. We soon found this to be an utter impossibility, as the mosquitos from all the surrounding neighborhood came to the "picnic," and brought their families along and multiplied until they became as numerous as the sands of the sea- shore, and many of them of a size that really alarmed us, and then they began the onslaught, and for awhile Yankee blood was at a high premium. Soon every handkerchief and everything else was called into requisition to cover the unprotected parts of our person, and an incessant slapping was resorted to, but even this did not have the desired effect. They would perch themselves on our cap rims and peer down into our faces with an insolent expression of countenance, then with a song of gladness which was suggestive of "blood I will have," alight on our cheek and go to work. From this, nothing would remove them except a slap, and all the blood that was spilled by the party that day was in that memorable conflict with those mosquitos. I will now try to follow the movements of the main party and tell of their adventures as I understand them; and right here I will say that if it is incor- rect, or anyt ing is omiited I would be glad if some participating comrade would take up his pen and tell the facts as they occurred: After leaving us, the main body went on up to the top of the mountain — 267 met the detachment of the left wing and the Home Guards^ and together they traversed the mountain, burning- a few buildings, killed one man by the name of Lindsay— the home guards said he was a bushwhacker — captured an- other, also captured three "critters," and got back to where we lay some- time in the afternoon. We fell into line and marched down the mountain and through the cornfield to the river bank, where we found our boat all ri"-ht and began to embark. As in the morning we had to make three different trips, and tiie writer of this stayed over until the last load. While the rest of the boys were crossing a number of us amused ourselves by firing off" our guns up and down the river to see how far they would carry, consequently a num- ber of us went on board ol the boat with empty guns. We afterwards wished we had loaded them before we started It will be remembered that at this time the trees and bushes on the moun- tain were in full foliage and this taken in connection with the large cornfield on the river bank made it an easy matter for a small body of men to follow us at a close distance and still be unseen. We never thought of this, and that is just what those rebels did, as will be seen. When the last ioad got out about forty yards from shore, a body of the enemy who had been stealthily following us slipped up to the river bank and unexpectedly poured two sharp volleys into us. After a moment's hush we saw what was the matter with us, and the predicament we were in, and then in a moment all was bustle and confusion. A number of the boys were hit, though none fatally. I had one shot go through the shoulder of my coat, another through the stock of my gun, and still another through my haversack, but they missed me. For that I am estremely thankful even to this day. Then we found that we werebeing fired up- on, and those of us that had empty guns saw the follj' of going on board with unloaded pieces. But we loaded as soon as possible and fired at them and they soon fell back, and then Capt. Zody ordered the men to the oars, and they took hold of them with a will, and the men already across began a fire at long range over our heads and many of the balls, either theirs or the rebels, came dropping around us in unwholesome proximity, and it really seemed at times that we were in as much danger from our own men as from the enemy. We got over, however, without any very serious mishap, other than the few slight wounds already referred to. As for the "critters" that the boys had captured, we had them swimming them by the side of the boat, holding them by the bridle reins, but when the firing began they were left to take care of themselves which they did by fol- lowing clear across the river. I must not forget that we had the one prisoner with us, and that he was wounded in the wrist, and that he cowered to the bottom of the boat in the most abject terror, nor would he rise untill he reached the other side. So end- ed the expedition. EM. G. RICHARDS Late Chief Masician and Band Leader 102d O. V. I. COLONEL GIVEN AND THE BUGS During the first several months of our service in the field. Col, Given was 26S very adverse to graj'backs. He expressed himself very decfdedlj' on that point, insisting that a soldier who would permit himself to become lousy, was negli- gent and necessarily filthy and should be punished severely. It was- not very long untii his personal experience changed his views in regard to the staying qulaities of a gray back. One day the Colonel com- plained of aa itching and a breaking out under his arms and ocher parts of his body. Some one suggested *'graybacks." "No sir, ' was his reply. "I keep myself clean, I do not thank any one for intimating that I am lousy." One nightwe discovered something unusual going on in the Colonel's tent, and discovered the Colonel disrobed and carefully examining his shirt. The alarm was given to some of Co. K boys, we surrounded the tent at a safe dis- tance. Occasionally we heard what resen bled the faint report of a cap ex- ploding and the Colonel make same emphatic expression. Then some one called out "how are you graybaek!" "Shap him again. Colonel!" "Grab a rootl" "If you can't catch him, shoot him!" and such like expressions, un- till the Colonel got so mad that he had a guard detailed to keep the bo3'& SLWBiy. He never condeinned us for ha.ving graybacks afterward. THE OLD BILLY GOAT Comrades, I don't want you to be alarmed if I get off a few anecdotes while with the regiment. The first one happened at Nashville. Some of our messmates and myself were out on picket on "Granny White pike, east of the city. Some time duringthe day a citizen came along in a carry-all, and he had a piece cf meat going to market, and David Craven, one of my mess- mates, stole that piece of meat out of his wagon, and v/e thought it was mutton, but to our astonishinent it proved to be an old goat, and as tough as trace chains. It perfumed the air for rods around while cooking, and the longer we cooked it, the tougher it got, and it smelled just like a goat's beard. PEACH EATING CONTEST While at Bellefonte, Rufus Swinehart and I got a pess from the Colonel to get some peaches; so we went, out one and a half miles. We got to aniorchard, I think owned by a man named Finley ; so my comrade and I climbed the fence and soon had our haversacks full and one of us took off his blouse and filled it full and then doubled it and took hold of the corners and carried them out in the woods under some shade trees; then sat down and were about ready to com- mence to eat, and then Swinehart said that he preferred to have his peaches pared. "Well," says I, "we have but one knife, sol v/ill pare for you, and when you get enough, you can pare for me." We agreed and I commenced to pare for him, but I could not pare half fast enough; he ate one occasionally unpared, and for my life I thought I could not get enough pared, but he final- ly got enough; so now it came my turn to eat and his to pare, he was like me, he could not pare fast enough for me, and I ate one occ?isionally unpared, I ate until I could almost reach them with my finger. So for curiosity, we counted the seeds, and in his pile I counted 104 that I had pared for him, and '26^ an the pile lie had pared for me I counted 64, so "he ate 60 more than I did, and at that time I don't think there was much difference in our weight, althongh 'he was much ^'ouger tii dii I. JACOB HOMER, Co. A, I02d O. V. L RICE SOUP GARNISHED WITH HAIR Upon an occatien in Januar}^ 1863, while in camp at Clarksville, I wa* makihg- rice soup for a mess of five or six comrades. The fire by which 1 was cooking was at one end of the row of company tents, while at the other end was Vince Menuez trimming hair for several of the boys. I did not notice at the time that the wind was blowing directly from the direction of the hair cutting, but after the mess was seated around and the soup dished out, all pitched in vi^ith a will. We had not eaten much of the soup before I noticed the boys bicking their teeth, spitting over their shoulders, as though the soup was too highly seasoned, &c. Mike wanted to know what the h — 1 was the matter with the soup. Another says, "what the d— 1 did you season this soup with?" Old "Easy" thought it must be oxtail soup, hair and all. Jim Fitch, who stuttered a good deal, wanted to know where I got that m - mule's ear that I p-p-ut in the s-s-oup. Old Vince says, by to nair, George, he make hair soup. The hair had been carried by the wind from where Vince was trim- ming the boys' hair and had dropped into the kettle unnoticed. G. W. DEITRICK, Co. H. A PIG TURNED INTO A BEAR July 4, 1864, the left wing of the regiment was at Doddsonville, Ala., Col, Elliott in commond. The boys thought to celebrate a little quietly, (no guns were allowed to be fired except at the rebs). The natives had allowed their pigs to feed about our camp, so that they (the pigs) were in good condi- tion. Bill Miller, myself and a couple others of the mess conceived the idea of having some fresh pork (roast pig). Not being allowed to shoot, we were Com- pelled to run down our game, catch and butcher it without attracting atten- tion. We spotted a young porker, chased it through brush and swamp for about 20 minutes, caught it, stuck it with a penknife, severed its head, skinned it, buried the head and hide and covered up our tracks as well as we could, but hardly had we this much accomplished when the owner of the porker was upon us. He intimated that we had one of his pigs. We replied that we had no pig, but had caught a young bear. He hastened to headquarters and made complaint. We were all ordered with our game into the presence of Col. El- liott. The native stated his grievance, charging us with killing one of his pigs. We denied the charge, and stuck to it that it was a young bear. The Colonel told the native that he did not believe his boys would steal pig*, but 27Q if he, the native, could prove that bear a pig-, and" show by any marfis or other vi^ise that it vv^as his property, he, the Colonel, would punish the boys and make them pay for the same. The boys were too much for the native; they- proved to the entire satisfaction of the Colonel and the native's disg-ust that it was a bear. That evening the boys had a change of diet, and the Colonel found setting before him a delicious piece of skinned pig roasted to a turn, to- which he did ample justice. LIEUTENANT ROBERT SANDS L LIEUTENANT ROBERT SANDS, born in York county, Pa., Septem- ber 25, 18'-!4, came with his parents to VVooster, Wayne county, Ohio, in April, 1837, and v/^as a resident here until he volunteered in the service of the army, I think in Augusr, 1862. After he returned from the army, he tended mill at Orrville, Ohio, up to July 4. 1867, when he got married. He then moved to Decatur, 111 , and went into the jeweley business with Capt Rowe and his brother. After some time they failed and he broke up. Robert went to his sister and brothers at Silver Lake, Ind. From there he went ta Liberty Mills, Ind., and tended mill for several years. He next went about 25 miles north of Ft. Wayne to a mill on the St. Joe river and was there 1& months, where the unfortunate accident happened May 10, 1879. He was caught in the gearing in the pit, and all mangled to pieces. Lived six hours and was conscious to the final dissolution. His brother took him to Silver Lake and buried him in that town. JOHN W. SANDS. C. H. CRAWFORD CH. CRAWFORD was born in Prairie Tp., Holmes county, Ohio, Feb, 28, 1835. Married to Miss Sarah Neiswander Jan. 24, 1861. Enlisted July 29, 1862. Went to camp with the regiment and stayed with it and never missed a roll call or turn of duty, and never reporting at sick call. Was left wounded at Athens, Ala. Stayed at a citizen's house some twelve or 13 days, and then was taken on hospital train to Nashville, arriving there the day of the Ohio State election. Was in hospital there until Dec. 1, 1864, and in that time had hospital gangrene three weeks. Was sent on hospital boat to Jefferson Barracks, Mo. Arrived there Dec. 6, 1864. Stayed there until April 9, 1865, From there to Cincinnati, getting there the evening of the 14th. The city was "painted red" over Lee's surrender. Was there at West End hospital only a few days. Was sent to Tripler hospital, Columbus, O. Was there six or seven days and then sent to Camp Dennison, Ohio. Was mustered out there June 8, 1865. Not having been paid since May or June 1864 until mustered out. Could not get discharged on disability by reason of being un- 271 'Cier treatrneTit, "but could s.'-ct a rnuster out and too'k it. Was mustered out with ca running sore on my liniij, and has continued so nearly all the time since coming home. Comrade Crawford was kill«d in an accident at at railroad crossing near Holmes vill-e a few years ago. Historian!. ) F. OSBUN At the time so tnany of our regiment was captured at Athens, I, with a aiumber of the regiment was in Athens as convalescent, left there when the reg^ iment, as you remember, was ordered from Bellfont up to Pulaski. When the regiment returned from Pulaski we were still left there until fit for duty, and being ordered to the regiment at Decatur, G6n. Forest dashed in and captured all of us. After the battle in which Col. Elliott and Capt. Zody were badly wound- ■ed besides others of our regiment and the 18th Mich, myself and two others of Co. D were left at Athens and took care of our wounded. I was detailed or accounted for at the regiment, and took care of Capt, Zody from the day of the battle until taken from the general hospital in Nashville and forwarded to Louisville. I also receired letters from him just before he died, in Louisville. I was the only one of the regiment that was with him for a good while before he died. F. OSBUN, Co. D. Psvonia, Richland county, Ohio, WILLIAM CRAVEN I will give you a short histoy of myseif from memory. 1 started frorh Mans^ field with the regiment, and was with it until we reached Clarksville, Tenn. We had been there but a short time until I was taken sick and taken to the hospi- tal until the summer of 1863. I returned to the regiment to duty at once. Took a relapse and returned to the hospital, rem lining there under the care of Dr. Cooper,of the 83d III. The following Spring, being convalescent, I Was dettiled to assist in overseeing a. Government farm, started near Clarksville. David McCormick, of our regiment, also detailed at the same time. Capt. Brunt, of the82d 111., was in charge of the farm. I remained on the farm, havingcharge of the field hands. In the summer of 1864 I Went to the regiment at Decatur, while Hood was in front. Was there several days until I got severely scalded by one of my messmates tipping over a boiler of boiling coffee at breakfast one morning. When we evacuated Decatur, I with the rest that were not able to march were put aboard of a boat in charge of a doctor and ran up to Bridgeport, then by rail to Nashville. Was there during the fight, seeing the most of It, re- turning to the regiment again a at Decatur as soon as the road was repaired. I was one of the wood g-aards when , the teamster of Co. I or H was killed near me. The last two months of our service I was one of the permanent guards- stationed at the junction between Decatur and Huntsville. When vTe were discharged I returned to my home in Chester Tp,, Wayne- eounty, Ohio, remaining there until the follovyin^ spring, when I got married. and came west, WILLIAM CRAVEN. Plattsville, Wis., Dee. 19, 1886. JAMES P. REED, CO.A Our Co. A was the last to cross the pontoon bridge at Decatur, when we evacuated after Hood left there. We staj-ed in the fort until the rest of the regiment had crossed, then Capt. Castor said for us to count off in twos, and No. 2 to cross the bridge first. I was No. 2, but too many left, and I was just going out of the fort, when the Captain said to come back. I told him that I was No, 2. He said that did not make any difference, there were too many leaving. When I got to ths bridge there were only about eight or ten rods- of plank on the bridge. I had to cross the rest of the way on the stringers. The only man behind me was a man with an ax cutting the ropes that held the pontoon. Just as I got across the rope that held the bridge broke and let the bridge go. The name of the rebs that was in our front was Texas Kangers, JAMES P. REED. Kanopolis, Kan., Oct. 8, 1907 THE GREAT STEAMBOAT DISASTER From the Cicinnati Commercial we learn that a large number of the pa- roled prisoners of the 102d O. V. I. were upon the ill-fated Sultana, and many of them members of the two companies, who went from this (Ashland) county We hope, however, the loss may not prove so disastrous as it now appears to be. Undoubtedly the boat was greatly overloaded. Hon. John Covode, of the War Committee, furnishes the following information relating to the Sultana disaster. He says the boat was overloaded, her regular capaci- ty being 376 passengers. Other good boats were at Vicksburg at the time, but the authorities would not let them have prisoners. Ke thinks there was criminality in the matter : There were about 2,000 paroled prisoners at Vicksburg when the Sultana left; 3,000 were left at Andersonville in consequence of the railroad being de- stroyed between Andersonville and Jackson. The3' go to Anapolis viathesea. The Sultana's agent writes that nearly 1,700 persons were lost by the disaster. No report gives the loss at less than 1,400 or 1,500. We give below a list of those belonging to companies B and K from this o 3 H ft re := rt s y o 7; f^-r 2 a ^ o c. , f. ■" 5 ^ ? C ^ S S 8 ? H •^ Q ?-' Cb - ^ « ' ._ (T) j; was ket, suld a to 3 rr ^ (t p: CT" 0"-%^ rt- 2 "^t_i. _ '^ '^ ?? to c a — io=t^ = o ■-< ^2. 01 M, U. p ft r-r 3 ^ 5 a a £ :r''^' ^ »:. O i' ^ S -i -■ o _. „ S3 r/- 3 3 3 -: rt ' 3 rt- ^'^^ g r.- 3 ^> % rt) T fJ J. Uj a ^ c 'JJ rt- ■§ ? > 5", 2 1 a % = toa]' 5 ^ »■ _.- r r S 3" 3 t/i ^ (T> 3* W ^ • cr >_ W ^ C P ^ Zr. fs: n- a o ;: '■'• ?-■ w rt • 273 county, who were known to be on board the ill-fated steamer. Those marked with a * are rescued, and we hope more of those who are not reported in hos- pital are saved, Co. B. Daniel Fisher, A. S. Fisher, Samuel Stacher, Serg-t. R. Richards, Sergt. O. Swineford, Sergt. *S. R. Potter, Corp. John McCrea, Corp. H. Krebbs, Adam Bahn, *H. Spafford, ^Abraham Whismore, ^Asa Webster, *Mat. Woods, *James \v'. Wells. *Jacob Hainer, *Geo. S. Schmutz. (Co. I.) Co. K. C. P. Ogden, *Sergt. W. N. Fast, *Sergt. M. H. Sprinkle, *Corp. W. A. Fast, *John Kauffman, John Castle, *Jacob Kisael, *John Hartman, Reuben Leidig, George Steinmetz, R. Burnside, Jerry Singer, Wesley Lee. Reported on board of Co.'s B and K, 29; reported saved, 12. The total number of the 102d regiment known to be on board the Sultana is 123, of which only 28 are reported rescued. It is one of the most terrible and heart-rending disasters that has ever oc- curred on the western waters. It is now attributed to a rebel torpedo, made in the shape of a lump of coal, which, on being thrown into the furnace, ex- ploded, bursting the boilers and throwing hundreds into the river. The sur- vivors of Co.'s B and K are' at the following hospitals in Memphis: Corp. W. A. Fast, Adams Hospital. Matt, Woods, Overton Hospital Silas R. Potter, " " A. Whismore Wesley Lee, Washington " M. H. Sprenkle, Soldiers Home. Sergt. W. N. Fast, Gayoso " H. Spafford G. S. Schmutz, " " Jacob Hamer, " " Asa Webster, '* " J-^hn Hartman, Gayoso Hospital. Let us hope that more of these brave and suffering men have been saved. It is one of the most terrible of the many disasters brought upon this country by this causless rebellion. — Ashland Times. OTTO BARDON Of Co. H, 102d, now of Wooster, O., says, "I was asleep in the engine room beside the hatchway with several others of my regimen], when the explosion oecurred. First came aloud 'crack,' then hot steam, smoke, pieces of brick- bats and chunks of coal thick and fast. I gasped for air. Next, fire broke out that lit up the whole river. I stood at this hatch hole to keep comrades from falling in, for the top was blown off. I stood here until the fire compell- ed me to leave. I helped several out if this hole. I saw Jonas Huntsberger and John Baney go to the wheelhouse, and I started in that direction. I tried to get a large plank, but this being so heavy, I left it, and got a small piece of weatlierpoard, and started to the wheel to jump in the river. Here a young man said, 'you jump first, I can't Swim,' I had on only my pants and shirt. I said, 'you must paddle your own canoe, I can't help you.' I jumped and stuck to my board. I went down so far that I let go of my board, and pad- dled to get on top. I strangled twice before I reached the top, then the young man caught me and strangled me twice. By this time I was nearly played out. Then I tried to reaih the water wheel, and climed on, and tore off all my clothes, intending to swim lone handed. Looking around I saw six men s^^itting on this wheel. I recognized Ignatius Saunders, of my regiment, by my side. I said, 'Saunders, here's a door under the wheel, let's get it out.' We 274 did so, but ft'und it had a glass paneT, and seeing another one, I said, 'let's let this go. hsre is a whole one.' The rest of the men on the wheel took that first door, Lind we started. We had not more than started when a man swam up and lay across the center of our door. I looked back and saw the wheel- hoase fall. It had been burned off. If we had staj-ed a minute longer it would have buried us in fire. I said to Saunders, ^let us go to the right, it i& nearer to the shore.' He said, 'no. there is a boat, I will paddle for it,' When we were in the center of the river, the steamer was out of sight. We niet three men clinging to a large trunk, who grasped our door for us to steer them in to the timber. We had not gone far till these m.en bore so hard on our door as to sink us under the water. I gave the trunk a kick, and lift- ed the door so as to bring it to the surface again, and said, 'now boys, if yots don't keep your weight off the door, then you must sreer your trunk yourselves. ' By this time I was so cold and numb I was in a sinking condition; but having presence of mind, I reached for my dior and got on it. I called aloud for God to to help us, I rubbed my arms and legs, and got the blood to flow again. Soon we were among the timber on the 'Hen and Chickens islands,* clingingito trees. But being too cold and numb to climb a tree, had the good luck to find two saplings crossed under the water. Put my foot in the fork and raised myself out of the water. I then soon got warm. I then swam to a larger tree and climed it. But I was not there very long till I got so cold that I fell off. I swam to the same tree and climed it, and called for God to help. One of the men that had clung to the trunk was so cold that he drowned with his arms around a tree. We were in these trees until about nine o'clock, buffalo flies and mosquitos eating us alive until rescued by a steamer sent in search of us from Memphis. The Captain of this steamer ordered hot coffee and whiskey to be given us. You bet we took it. The Christian Sanitary Committee furnished under clothes and on the third day Uncle Sam gave us a suit of clothes free. On the fourth day we took a steamer to Cairo, and sent to Camp Chase and discharged May 21, 1865." PHILIP L. HORN Of Co, I. 102d O. V. I., having first given some account of preceding events, says: "I was lying with my bunkmate Joseph McKelvey, as he states else- where, on the left side of the boat on the cabin guard, at the foot of the stairs leading to the hurricane deck I was either blown through the stairway, or thrust out sideways into the river. But my first consciousness was of being in the air, and when I struck the water, I went down twice, when upon rising the second time, I encountered a fragment of the wreck, upon which I seized, being, I think, a portion of the cabin guard, which was probably 20 feet long by six or eight feet wide. Seven other comrades clunjf to the wreck, upon which we floated down the river, past the city of Memphis. On the way down in this life and death struggle, two of the men through sheer exhaustion relinquished their holds, and sinking back into the arms of the cruel river, were drowned. Don't know their names. In passing Memphis, in darkness almost tangible, we were on the opposite side of thechannel, Wesounded the very loudest possible alarm, which was heard by men on a gunboat lying 275 near, and were picked up by a skiff, with three men in it, who had a lantern. Tl ere were six of us in the boat, one ol them my bunkmates, Joseph McKelvey, I was the first to get into the boat. He recognized me, and said, 'for God's s ake, help me in.' I said, 'Joe, that you?' 'It is,' 'Are >ou hurt?' *Yes, scalded from head to foot.' I took him by the arm, and one of the gunboat men took hold of him also, and we helped him into the skiff, when the latter removed his coat and spread it around McKelvey to prevent him from taking -cold. "We then started up the river, in the direction of the Tennessee side, ~Ws 3id mat attead any more meetings in hot weather. Is itJte sasJj sprisg of IS64,. at Nasfiville tae Boja at the reserve pest on: Sns^aS fs^re^ IstSiS s g-oed ^eal 0i fan. We got a good sized cannon ball and put" ,au» c3fi l^J ^yrsT it assd place;? it on t&e sidewalk in front of the quarters. Some i-wsseM £»33ff alaag- and" give tlie hal? a lick and "stump his toe." One ^ ysitssig- ss'SiiDw. Srs3stS In hfa spriag suit and light shoes and tried tO' JtfcSr Hhe ^'^ ^'i-^m^'" est of tie hat and sprawled fall length on the pavement. He sresit a>Jg" limj/ls-^' zmld th& langJiter of the guarda. We "loaded" ap for i&eraesEfi aase- "WSes iSs refief casas tie next morning, we had it fixed for them. Gmc ad'Cc-Slcj®, saaieig Kipliager, said, '^watclime kick thathat. " He tried IwB "best., Ij^i Tsnej liadgsd tas hat. €), How we laughed*: The new guard' ^Dsk U* Mas} sa J Ipa^ssl' jt ap far tSeis own amusement. ^23Sis-Llff ^aflraa^tracS train ®ar caznp at Nashville was a lot of commis- ssa^st^rsm, g:BSiSt£ 'by scsie ealored troops. The 3d Tenn. Cav. would come- !9ser t3> ,«1s3l JsTa-gff, a3i5 eoasiieraible trouble was caused by it. One night StniBg iraalfar^ at t5e EBaimlssary stores and the long roll was beat and in* ati3«e aEsssdys tie lf25f was oa lis JoaBla q-aie:t' to qaeell the riot-. Nothing- !Hk3« waHS laS ElJ^ye dranfenasss in the 102d"from the time we left Mans- ffigelS bqeHSS wereaalc^ Scaie Procaring tHe whiskey was rather difficult and' w^l soHsi^erable risK of the guard house. A little partj- gath- HBKsislTfsSJs SB? affsTBGOn and got a quart of whiskey from an old Irisb> s^, TsMi^i W33 i'mm'Jt Ijetweeu tSesn, and then started for camp, passing ,l3nEw«rj-©as?^ waj aad' sfappei; toget same Beer, and the mixture was a- Isi 33>£ 3f ISem at least. 3?eturning to camp in the evening, latiiSe SaSfer'3 33.e of fiiem stumbled up against two barrels one on- :5:jr^ 3 |?afsr s^ ss-slssva the top, and the crash threw the scales down .STifl br Tls Satler -wanted pay for them, but we said his profits- ■«!®i5li3 r z ^2jr§oir JSeHi. This was iSieonlj iimz this crowd got oa the- ^*- "JE'j-gtSa'ciiJcaiTnp-a funny incident c-ccurred' itr mess No. 4. A'fee Sv ■ 7.3J J*»S2 SiH werse bakiag "Slap-jackst " over afire in the- xTaiir^rv l '■ tISs teaL. The tent, was not high enough to permit istttiiili' - Ba^got aaise pile of slap-jacka on a plai:ter, when a quuT-! . ii-j^sfis fMm^. ©omijag to blows they arose from their •jcroucliiij i=..;. .-v.-i-, iziiii Sli?sJ tleix asads tfiTough tHe tsnt, and in: the melee- .A3>.e gnl 'Ms. f .ra:? ia; fAe alap-jacls and made a pretty mess ot them. John did iSHft .i^re dfcrjr jr ;,3 -^33 son?,, and" same of us looking could not see how his No. ll- tfeot rwiiSi'i .-isjijs- la.- My, liow 4Se Dutch did fl'j when the quarr«l began!. ^oiQsaHsr SissrSEHjf 3371 d 1^8 Box WHS iirbad" GontJitlon. The magazine box, •Boadexff t£feE.S33:s aga:;^,. so wMea a nawone earn® to the company I made re- c-QTiejBt lr> t^a^-iSajtaia fa? rf. Bat Se would not give it to me, and gave it to some- iiQbt jcej^, "sBiltQ JTaT ^al li^lz duty, and whose boa was in good condition. I' riaa&c Ts^xr^sS f^rM^y ana tara miue m as Condienmed. Tha Captain would not '■j&jeB Sollait. Tlia, ItSa^lSt, -^vas showing considerable partiality. But "^Is T« sjs TsiiSSfeij- ii5>... Tbe Captain was supreme. Had I gone to the Colc- iiel, a* 1 ilfS 32isa S^faisK wiiil mj gr-ievance, Se wmild ha-?e done me justice;- ^3 M McGw3mn,s Ferry, on the Tennessee liivet, fee soya pst ottt a taut line to catch some fish. One morning- thej- took up;th.e JiHc 5^-i hid araonster fccatfish that weighed 70 .pounds. I tookls-aHilie hQ3.& s£3d. it ssaawie a. me^ few four, all we could eat, We have before us a f onrnai wrltteE by ©rSei'Jy Sergesat Sas. W. Kag-ey, •ef Co. K. He gives a description ef each memper si tfee csaip£.ffiy, feafe jit ia.toa long to print here; besides -some ef.iiis siot -©S a charajctsr lssr-isssh1& In t6e ■comrades. We -make the -following extiSLCto:; We quote from Kagey's Diary ef 'Co. K, ee imcidesit «fEafe is tatesreating-. •^'While we were at L,oui-svilIe we were 'theE «iippliM wllfe a. jsaar aasartinent -of guns. Our Colonel sent 'th«is .all for 're5)air-s £e& .tis.(£s <^e TE-ere witlismfe guns for several days. The can^p giiarfl, instead ef asiiKg gi£S«, fesk ciafes and -stones. One night Amoa Sprinkle was staKdirig tey^ke ^ke th-Zt Ecdi froas .Louisville tc Frankfort. He had erders -te let eg eae pass wita.aE££ke cauater- ■sign. He had no arms, but a small .pietel, wliichfce 'k.t.pi: cmi&esls^andez 6ig ■clothing, as it wa-s , against orders fer .prdv^e© .t©cas:rj.aEEa££ S^sr^asms^. Efe gathered around hia; a small -pile cf -stecea ^©r */i£ defss^ee- BaEm^ feen%fct -a regiment of infantry .passed his 'post; •whe:& ffihsj xanie -wEi^iCT. fiiaMEsg dia^- tance, he iialted them. Th« Gelenel did Eot pay acy sistesiSsssiteMsH^ Se was •halted again, at which time Amos &wore if .he -^id eai liSj± fee sg^asaM feksw M» brains out. The Colouel dismounted aad-steppsd .it© te Assi«2s, wrfcs &adi &^ -pistol in one hand and a etOEC in fehe other, and gave -fcitsa S&e CfEscnJrersiffM. .No doubt, if the Colonel had not stopped, Amos woalg fea^e g.r»si Siis. Lsat ^M •and throvrei his last stone before -he would fca^Ts perciit4eS Ijasi to j>,sss., "* SYNOPSIS OF CO.K— Tliere3.Te 64 tiiimarri«d aress. ie: Sse cKKss^any— and 37 married men . Fifteen men have "been disdharged fer ■Si-safciR-ty. T«s;. &is&; ssoe was transferred ; two deserted,; one was -shot tiiroqgfe ^the .fcsee &y aspfew^afeeaa. Tom Eonley had a fist fiigfaS. Jake Ely and Charles Mefcteriiaa «. £^ figfet, •sKr'kicfe xeealis^ is. fasRa- of •Sly, and to the benefit cf Motter. Chandler Pov^-'er stele ecice ncoaey •frern a tegrc, .£.ififi wEaaLtfieSi waBfeam ^the fort at Clarksville for 20 days. The.«niy etraEg«£fei^ af MSu.* aiEaiy is -that lie is the sen of aa Aboiishiamet. CHRISTIANITY IS THE ^EG3I£EHT:. One would naturasly thiiik thai .among a (fecnisasia aaasaE tsss^ettagt aBE: 'Classes of people 'from sixteen toiorty-fivey^ears ©f £gs£,thiosvs wssuM bca.naaA =many faithful »» ^sustains a pure Christia ncharactar. His epiritHal ;soul and mind; he is regular in his .daily -devotioE; .fcis Sibte is Ub friend, and his constant text bosk, He laboirB -earnestly mSkiStms i ithe way of life and has been the nseanfi of turning a -few SK^amSbeSr ^rnwg te -lead a better life. When the regiment was org-auizedifihiescwaBfflcaaypBBfiaB- ors of religion througout .thecomjxamea. In «v£ry coBQyaigr Sfaeoe^ wsbb ^wim a 234 efroupor two holding their evening worship. Xow I kn(3vv of none but Wat- son's mess. " We wish to bear witness to others. Joe Gill, Co. I, Billy and Henry Swaisg-ood, Co. B, stack close to their Master, and better soldiers never shouldered a gun. There were others, but these I know never during- the entire service played a game of cards, nor uttered an oath, and their whole army life was exemplary in every Vv'ay. I well remember that at Nashville in company B or K there was held regular weekly prayer meetings, and the jeers and scoffs of comrades would not deter them from their known duty. THE FIFER BOY Every comrade remembers our little Fifer Boy. We quote from Sergt. Kagey's description of him: "Chandler Power is a m.ere boy; quite too young for the army, but he en- listed as a fifer. He is an accomplished fifer. Chandler is wild and'reckless, shrewd and very intelligent. He has done his share of double duty for mis- conduct. He has marched with the regiment to the astonishment of all; often he would carry a musket for those who were nearly given out. He never dreams of home; he loves frolic and fun, and often forgets his duty in his boy- ish pranks. " GEORGE B. CARNEY Here is Kagey's funny description of George B. Carney, in part: "George B. Carney is a perfect specimen of the 'Down East Yankee.,' He was generally in good humor, always full of talk. When he was march- ing under the unmerciful weight of a knapsack, and almost ready to 'sway' he might have been heard with his 'by-jingos, ' 'darn my buttons,' 'well, I'll becornfed,' 'by Julius C^sar,' and' Sam hill,' etc. He was always willing to do his share, and swore he would do it or die." Kagey says that John Doll was the first to enlist in Co. K. He was 54 years old, and a member of the "Brass Band." KAGEY'S DESCRIPTION OF REUBEN LEIDIG "Reuben Leidig is a fat, plump little Dutchman, and always wears .? smiling countenance. He talks and laughs; whenever he does either, he is snre to do both. If he would talk while intending to talk, and reserve his laugh- ing until laughing comes in play, it would be far more graceful. But he mix es the two and spoils both." KAGEY'S DESCRIPTION OF JOHN D. MYERS •'John D. Myers is certainly one of the most Quixotic and fun-making chaps in the companj'. I never saw his equal in grimacing and making odd gestures and expressions, his very look would excite laughter. His walk was peculiar and perhaps ridiculous. He is full of wit, and always inventing peculiar expressions. He alone could keep the company in lively spirits un- der the most precarious circumstances. On the march John would always obssrve some good subject ior sport, or have something to delineate that the rest would hardly ever think of hardships. He had a peculiar style of boast- 285 ing of his unparalleled bravery. He said, 'he had as brave a heart as ever man had; that he was patriotic he would vindicate whenever the fiery trial would present itself; he knew what it was to be brave, and that it was a gift that few men could boast of; that his heart gave him a conscious assurance of his bravery, and his hands were his most willing tools, but there were other things he feared would disappoint him in the hour of trial: his legs were so devilish cowardly that he feared they would run sff with him; otherwise he was sure he was beave. ' "John was asked one day tO'tell the best thing he ever did, to which he re- plied, 'always told the truth to my father and to my teachers.' Then the question was put, what the worst thing he ever did. John hung his head and no doubt pondered over his bad deeds, and finally said that the worst thing he is guilty of was to enlist in the arm} . "He was asked what he would cling to if he was to be deprived of all things except one, and to show his great love for one particular thing would be, he said, without a moment's hesitation, 'that beloved his father and moth- er, his brothers were near to him, and his sisters were dear dear to him, and that other girl was altogether lovely, yet he would let all slide and cling to his 'Democratic Principles.' " Kagey says, "John Romine at 16 enlisted for fun. He really enjoys it as such, but he would not get out of his bunk after night to save his country. Ha will go when he must, and not otherwise. He is alwayatjhe last at roll call or at any time when the company is to be formed. He it witty and hard to head. He fears not his officers, and often dares to speak disrespectful to them, and sometimes curses them in their presence. He says, 'he naturally hates a Corpora), has some respect for Sergeants, and don't care ad — n for shoulder straps.' " A BRAVE MAN D. W. Kagey gives an account of Co. K under fire. He says, "on one ac- casion a number of men was detailed to guard a boat load of provisions up the river. Joseph Wolf was one among the number. He and several of his com- rades were sitting above engaged in merry conversation, when a terrible fire from the thicket of the bank thunderstruck the whole squad, so that they ran for safety below, excepting Joe, who up with his gun and blazed away. Again he loaded and fired without orders from his officers. He was compli- mented as a brave man. cy LB D '14 u ^v/* .3' M '■^: u .0^ \ Hq. o * O J ^O v* ^° ■'*. *1 c> 'P-^^ '3^ ^^ ■0? '< ^°-V A> „ N O ^ V ^^-n^. > ^^-^^^ •^^0^ ?.°'^<^. ^ c > .e-J^% '^O D5C 69 ,V ^>^^ ^'