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Fellows, Enoch Q. (fl. 1843-1918) Diary entry?

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02745.004 Author/Creator: Fellows, Enoch Q. (fl. 1843-1918) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph manuscript Date: Pagination: 3 p. ; 21.5 x 32.5 cm. Order a Copy

He begins with when he first enlisted as a private in 1861. He mentions meeting the president who calls them the best equipped regiment. He talks about joining the Knoxville Expedition. There was a skirmish at Conrad's Ferry lasting two days. Eventually they end up in Charleston where they are mustered out. On Aug. 10th, 1861 he is appointed Colonel.

Fellows, Enoch Q., fl. 1843-1918

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