Rohrer, Benjamin [Union surgeon's diary, 10th PA Reserve Vols.]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02255 Author/Creator: Rohrer, Benjamin Place Written: [various places] Type: Diary Date: 26 October 1862 - 5 February 1864 Pagination: 1 v. ; 11.5 x 18 cm. Order a Copy
Autograph manuscript. Reports on the Battle of Gettysburg (fought 1-3 July 1863 near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania). He mentions the replacement of General Joseph Hooker by General George G. Meade. Writes on 28 June 1863, "...heard of a change in the command of the Army. Gen. G. Meade having superseded Genl. Hooker. The first impression was unfavorable but as we were somewhat accustomed to such freaks not much was said on the subject." Mentions the death of General John F. Reynolds and provides details, including troop movement and battle positions, during the Battle of Gettysburg. Writes (3 July 1863), "a glorious day to us 'we had met the enemy & licked him.'" Written in both ink and pencil. Approximately 83 pages.
Enlisted on 26 June 1861 as a Union Surgeon. On 26 June 1861 he was commissioned into Field & Staff PA 39th Infantry. He was mustered out on 11 June 1864 at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Promoted to Lt. Colonel 13 March 1865 by Brevet .
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