Garden, John R., fl. 1841-1864 Diary of John R. Garden.

GLC02989

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GLC#
GLC02989
Type
Journals & Diaries
Date
1862-1863
Author/Creator
Garden, John R., fl. 1841-1864
Title
Diary of John R. Garden.
Place Written
Various Places
Pagination
1 v. : 154 p. : Height: 18.9 cm, Width: 13.2 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Diary covers activity of the 62nd regiment of Pennsylvania Volunteers, with roll of company M and daily entries. Includes detailed account of action at Gettysburg, mentioning Gen. Reynold's death and the fight for the wheat field (2 July 1863 entry). Contains list of arms and accoutrements including clothing.

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