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Orlando E. Carpenter diary, 1864-1865

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Summary

Creator:
Carpenter, Orlando E., 1833-1899
Extent:
1 volume
Language:
English
Call Number:
86604 Aa 2 Vault
Authors:
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Background

Scope and Content:

A diary (1864-1865) written while Carpenter was serving in Company E, 4th Michigan Cavalry. Includes a concise report of each day's activities; entries describe army life (including foraging and skirmishing), his daily job of horseshoeing, the battle of Selma, and the capture of Jefferson Davis in May 1865.

Biographical / Historical:

Soldier from Manchester, Michigan who served in Co. E, Fourth Michigan cavalry during the Civil War.

Acquisition Information:
Donated by Ida Carpenter Rogers (donor no. 2683 )
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RESTRICTIONS:

The collection is open without restriction. Due to the fragile nature of original materials, researchers must use microfilm or digitized version.

USE & PERMISSIONS:

Copyright status is unknown. Patrons are responsible for determining the appropriate use or reuse of materials.

PREFERRED CITATION:

[item], [URL], Orlando E. Carpenter diary, Bentley Historical Library, University of Michigan.

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Collection

Orlando E. Carpenter diary, 1864-1865
Call Number 86604 Aa 2 Vault
Total components 4
Items available online Online 3
Last indexed 2023-12-08