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Regimental Order, It is Important that the regiment be at all times held in readiness for movement. Signed: Col. Preston, Camp Cocke, June 25, 1861
(Ms1992-003)
Regimental Order, Reading of Rules and Articles for the government of the Army of Virginia. Signed: Col. Preston, Camp Cocke, June 25, 1861
(Ms1992-003)
Military Order, Special Order B.F. Terry, T.S. Tubbock and D. Conner of the Texas Rangers are acting as Scouts. Supply them due provisions by order of Brig. General Beauregard, Signed by Thomas Jordan, June 25, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
Military Order, To Col. Preston, Concerning the movement of surplus baggage to be stored at Orange, Signed by John B. Cocke, Head Quarters, 5th Brigade, June 26, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
Letter, To Col. Preston Concerning the movement of surplus baggage to be stored at Orange. Signed: John B. Cocke, Head Quarters, 5th Brigade, June 26, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
General Order, Surgeon Thomas H. Williams appointed Medical Director of the Army of the Potomac. By order of Brig. General Beauregard, Signed: Thomas Jordan, Head Quarters, Army of the Potomac, June 27, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
Regimental Order, Reduce our baggage to within limits stated. Signed: Col. Preston, Camp Cocke, June 27, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
Regimental Order, John A. Cobb transfer to Hospital duty. Signed: Col. Preston, Camp Cocke, June 27, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
General Order, Order of documentation of the sick of the Company by the surgeon and report to company commander. Signed: Col. Cocke, Head Quarters, 5th Brigade, June 28, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
Military Order, Every commander is to procure a Confederate Flag. By order of Brig. Genl. Bonham, Signed: Geo. N. Lay, Head Quarters, Advanced Forces, Army of the Potomac, Fairfax C.H., June 28, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
General Order, No. 7: The parole and countersign will go into effect at twilight and continue for twenty-four hours. Also, instructions for dealing with approaching parties and security. By order of Brig. Genl. Bonham, Signed: Geo. N. Lay, Head Quarters, Advances Forces, Army of the Potomac, Fairfax C.H., June 28, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
General Order, Carry into effect Order No. 29 from Head Quarters, Army of the Potomac regarding mustering. Signed: Phillip Cocke, Head Quarters, 5th Brigade, June 29, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
General Order, No. 29: Concerning the mustering of troops tomorrow. By order of Genl. Beauregard Signed: Sam. Jones, Manassas Junction, June 29, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
Military Orders, Restricting use of animals for private purpose and leaves of absence for Teamsters. By order of Brig. Genl. Bonham, Signed: Geo. N. Lay, Head Quarters, Advanced Forces, Army of the Potomac, Fairfax C.H. June 29, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
From: Head Quarters, Advanced Forces, Army of the Potomac, Fairfax C.H. Regimental Quarter Master will not suffer the animals to be used for private purposes. Leaves of absence will not be granted to Teamsters. By order of Brig. Genl. Bonham, Signed:…
Military Order, Regarding guard duty. By order of Brig. Genl. Bonham, Signed by Geo N. Lay, Head Quarters, Advanced Forces, Army of the Potomac, Fairfax C.H. June 29, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
From: Head Quarters, Advanced Forces, Army of the Potomac, Fairfax C.H. Regarding Guard Duty, sentinels must challenge so as to be heard distinctly two or three times repeatedly before cocking their weapon. By order of Brig. Genl. Bonham, Signed:…
Circular, Monthly Returns tomorrow. By order of Brig. Genl. Bonham, Signed: Geo. N. Lay, Head Quarters, Advanced Forces, Army of the Potomac, Fairfax C.H., June 29, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
Military Order, To remove obstructions of turnpikes at Centreville and Old Braddock Road. Signed: Geo. N. Lay, Head Quarters, Advances Forces, Army of the Potomac, Fairfax C.H., June 30, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
Military Order, Request for supply report. Signed: Col. Preston, Camp Cocke, June 30, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
Capt. Joseph Hardesty, 1st Regiment Cavalry Muster Roll, Signed: JEB Stuart
Capt. Joseph Hardesty, 1st Regiment Cavalry Muster Roll, Signed: JEB Stuart (Harper's Ferry, Shephardstown enrollments, Berryville, people mustered by Stuart) April 18 to June 30, 1861
Military Order, To Col. Preston. Call on the Brig. General tomorrow after breakfast. Signed: Geo. Lay, Head Quarters, Advances Forces, Army of the Potomac, Fairfax C.H., July 1, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
Letter, Virginia Lucas to her brother [likely Daniel Bedinger Lucas], July 11, 1861 (Ms2018-021)
Letter written by Virginia Lucas to her brother [name not given] from Halltown in Clarke County, Virginia, July 11, 1861. Virginia writes how she and other relatives were sent away from Jefferson County because of approaching Union troops. She…
Letter from S. L. Walton to friends and relatives, July 14, 1861
Letter from S. L. Walton to friends and relatives updating them on his health and life in the army.
Letter from William Alexander Smith to his father, Alexander Smith, July 16, 1861
Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes his first letter from camp describing camp life, rations, rules and regulations, and predictions for company's movements.
Letter, Charles Pierce to his mother, July 20, 1861 (Ms2018-027)
Letter written July 20, 1861 by Charles H. Pierce to his mother on the eve of the Battle of First Manassas/Bull Run. Pierce was a member of the United States Marine Corps which were present during the battle.
Preston Family Correspondence, 1861, 1872 (Ms2010-070), Letter from James Francis Preston to Sarah Caperton Preston
The first letter is dated on July 28, 1861 and is written by James Francis Preston to his wife, Sarah Caperton Preston following the First Battle of Bull Run. He writes about the battle’s events and his own movements, including executing a direct…
Alexandria and Fairfax Counties [Virginia] Civil War Correspondence, 1861-1862 (Ms2013-029), Henry and Luther Cole Letter, August 2, 1861
Letter from brothers Henry and Luther Cole to sister Annie, describing camp life and their cabin.
Alexandria and Fairfax Counties [Virginia] Civil War Correspondence, 1861-1862 (Ms2013-029), Henry Cole Letter, August 2, 1861
Letter from Henry Cole to his sister Annie talking about food rations, weather, and camp duties.
John Harville Diary 1, 1861-1862 (Ms2010-053)
John Harville's first diary, from August 1861 to January 1862.
Letter from William Alexander Smith to his brother, Stephen Mitchell Smith, August 19, 1861
Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from Lewisburg about his ill health, the ladies of Lewisburg's kindness toward the camp, friends and acquaintances from home in the camp, and news of the war.
Letter, George W. Koontz to Sister Nellie, Camp Greenbrier River Va., August 21, 1861 (Ms1984-172)
Letter from George W. Koontz to Sister Nellie. Discusses prospects of peace, recent battles (Manassas) and the current ongoings in the army.
Alexandria and Fairfax Counties [Virginia] Civil War Correspondence, 1861-1862 (Ms2013-029), Jonathan [unknown] Letter, August 26, 1861
Letter from a soldier named Jonathan (the last name is illegible) to "Sallie," about her desire to visit him, the poor health of soldiers in his regiment, and their impending advance to Washington, DC.
Muster Roll, Pay Roll, Capt. Hugh M. Nelson, Co. D, First Virginia Cavalry, JEB Stuart Command, 1861
Muster Roll, Pay Roll, Capt. Hugh M. Nelson, Co. D, First Virginia Cavalry, June 30 to August 31, 1861
Letter from William Alexander Smith to his brother, Stephen Mitchell Smith, September 7, 1861
Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from Lewisburg to thank his brother for news of the family farm, provide updates about the war, ask about the Rifle Rangers, describe camp life and illness at camp, and inquire about friends…
Letter, William Latham Candler to his uncle, Camp Union, Bladensburg, MD., September 8, 1861 (Ms1997-007)
Candler tells his uncle that he's about to embark on a secret move in Maryland.
Letter, William Latham Candler to his uncle, Camp Union, Bladensburg, MD., September 8, 1861 (Ms1997-007)
Candler tells his uncle that he's about to embark on a secret move in Maryland.
Letter, William Latham Candler to his uncle, Camp Union, Bladensburg, MD., September 8, 1861 (Ms1997-007)
Candler tells his uncle that he's about to embark on a secret move in Maryland.
Letter, William Latham Candler to his uncle, Camp Union, Bladensburg, MD, September 8, 1861 (Ms1997-007)
Candler tells his uncle that he's about to embark on a secret move in Maryland.
Letter, William Latham Candler to his uncle, Camp Union, Bladensburg, MD, September 8, 1861 (Ms1997-007)
Candler tells his uncle that he's about to embark on a secret move in Maryland.
Alexandria and Fairfax Counties [Virginia] Civil War Correspondence, 1861-1862 (Ms2013-029), Abraham Van Fleet Letter, September 10, 1861
Letter from Van Fleet to his parents, describing daily duties and being fired upon by Rebel cannons.
Letter, William Latham Candler to his uncle, Camp Union, Bladensburg, MD, September 10, 1861 (Ms1997-007)
Candler tells his uncle about the march and the skirmishing that he's been through.
Jacob S. Winans Correspondence, Ms2015-062, Letter from Jacob S. Winans to Dr. I. Winans
Alexandria and Fairfax Counties [Virginia] Civil War Correspondence, 1861-1862 (Ms2013-029), Peter Stewart Letter, September 18, 1861
Letter from Stewart to his sister, discussing the difficulties of the regiment, several skirmishes, and his hopes to return home soon.
Jacob S. Winans Correspondence, Ms2015-062, Letter from Jacob S. Winans to Dr. I. Winans
Letter from William Alexander Smith to his brother, Stephen Mitchell Smith, September 18, 1861
Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from Lewisburg to relay difficulties of receiving letters, provide an update on his health, lament the death of his cousin, Crocket, and provide updates on friends and family in the camp.
Requisition for Ordnance and Ordnance Stores for the use of the 28th Regiment of the Va. Volunteers, signed P. Breckenridge, September 20, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
September 21, 1861, Letter to Mrs. Hugh Nelson from Insurance agent (re: burning of the green house)
Alexandria and Fairfax Counties [Virginia] Civil War Correspondence, 1861-1862 (Ms2013-029), Melville P. Nickerson Letter, September 21/24, 1861
Letter from Nickerson to his sister, detailing recent activities of the regiment, letters received, and travels through Boston.
Alexandria and Fairfax Counties [Virginia] Civil War Correspondence, 1861-1862 (Ms2013-029), C. E. Gerry Letter, September 22, 1861
Letter from Gerry to his friend, George, describing others in his regiment and asking for a return reply.
Military Order, To Col. Preston. Report to Genl. Longstreet immediately upon your arrival, Head Quarters, Advanced Forces, Falls Church, September 25, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
Letter, Col. Preston's response to criticism of misinterpreted orders. Signed: Col. Preston, Masons Hill, September 26, 1861 (Ms1992-003)
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