Category Archives: Documents

From the Journal of Sgt. Sam Bloomer, 1st Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Part I

Posted on April 30, 2011 by skydancer506

Periodically, This Week in the Civil War will feature journal excerpts from select Civil War journals. Today’s entry is from 1st Minnesota Color Sergeant Samuel Bloomer. April 29, 1861 The new Co. left Stillwater by wagons for Fort Snelling. Mustered … Continue reading →

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Civil War Documents Transcribed by Walt Whitman Unveiled

Posted on April 14, 2011 by skydancer506

National Archives Releases Nearly 3,000 Documents and Records Marking the 150th Anniversary of Start of the Civil War BY ARLETTE SAENZ April 12, 2011 www.abcnews.com Walt Whitman, one of America’s most revered authors and poets, is best known for his … Continue reading →

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