Wilkinson, Frederick W. (fl. 1861-1863) [Collection of Frederick W. Wilkinson] [decimalized]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.13 Author/Creator: Wilkinson, Frederick W. (fl. 1861-1863) Place Written: [various places] Type: Header Record Date: 1861-1863 Pagination: 105 items Order a Copy
Also includes a roster and an ambrotype photograph of Wilkinson. All but four letters were written by Wilkinson to his wife. The letters mention First Bull Run, General George McClellan's Peninsula Campaign, Antietam, the replacement of McClellan with General Ambrose Burnside, General Joseph Hooker, and preparation for Vicksburg. Expresses disapproval of McClellan, and praises Hooker. The letters end on 19 June 1863 when he complains of weakness from long-term illness. Pension records are also available.
Frederick Wilkinson was a resident of Kalamazoo County, Michigan when he enlisted on 10 May 1861 as a Sergeant. On 25 May 1861 he mustered into "K" Company of the Michigan 2nd Infantry. He was promoted to 1st Sergeant and later to 2nd Lieutenant on 1 December 1861. Wilkinson was discharged for promotion on 14 January 1863. Also on that day he was transferred to "G" Company of the Michigan 2nd Infantry. He resigned on 30 June 1863.
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