1 50 22 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/b0603ef939c115f69959af86f1cd05e4.jpg c35bade9cd22a4cf7e2317ff93c9db96 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001001 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/bc7754652a3cf7e4563734dc4d1f21d0.jpg ba4ba0ae6d51f614d7276057c06bf073 PDF Text Text A-15 82 [Civil War]     82   Dacotah [USS Dacotah] Built 1858 Wood screw propulsion 1,369 Displacement Tons 996 Tonnage 198' 6" Length 32' 9" Beam Hull by Navy Yard, Norfolk, Va [Norfolk Navy Yard] Machinery by Murray & Hazelhurst, Balt Md. [Baltimore, Maryland] Cost 355,539.40 Sold 1873   Per Bennett ,The Steam Navy of the U.S. plus see p169-170 By the end of 1859 Dacotah was on her way to join the Atlantic Squadron [North Atlantic Blockading Squadron]   Monitor [USS Monitor] Built 1861 Continental Ironworks, NY (Hull) Foundered off Hatteras [Hatteras Island, North Carolina] 1862   Monitor-Merrimac [CSS Virginia] Battle Mar 9, 1862 Dacotah on her way to Hampton Roads ^Dep Boston + -at sea- + not arrive at H.R [Hampton Roads, Virginia] until Mar 13th Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-03-02 - 1862-03-04 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001005 PDF Text Text 1 Sunday March 2nd 1862 5 At 11.40 Am. left the Brooklyn Navy yard [New York Naval Shipyard] to search for the Vermont; (Ship of the line) [USS Vermont (1848)] reported by telegraph to be in dist- ress near Georgia Shoals [Georges Bank], All the night previous we worked to prepare the ship for sea, not expec- ting to leave for several days for "Ship Island" [Mississippi] As it was we left many things behind unable to obtain them from the contractors, We were informed of the position of the Vermont and the necessity of positive haste by Commodore Paulding [Paulding, Hiram, 1797-1878] who came to the vessel at midnight; he placed every thing necessary for an early departure at our disposal. The captain at the time was in New- York with his family, A messenger was sent at once, who found the old gentleman snugly turned in, He tuned and bid adieu to all and soon was on board our vessel in command, I mig- ht also add he left his pocket book under his pillow with a considerable amount of money in it — I wonder if his wife did not make an acquisition to her wardrobe —   Monday March 3d Nothing unusual today, still standing for the shoals pressing everything to reach the Vermont if possible ere she en- counters another gale, which would prob- ably wreck her, we all look upon the better side of things and hope for her safety until we reach her where abouts,   Tuesday March 4th Discovered a schooner in a disa- bled condition, Sent a boat to her and brought off her captain an crew numbering in all six — The schooner proved to be the "Idelia" [Idalia (United Kingdom)] from — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/ee7bed55a74e1dce35aa75366636371f.jpg 58429b22ae05dae6e8ffe81d4b354685 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-03-04 - 1862-03-09 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001006 PDF Text Text 2 Philadelphia [Pennsylvania] bound for Halifax [Nova Scotia] loaded with flour and sugar, She was dismasted on the 24th of February thus drifting about for eight days not knowing what moment she would go down, All in a perfect state of suspense only realized by those who are compelled by circumstances to under go it, They had drifted about one hundred and thirty miles and were then near Georgia's Shoals [Georges Bank]. The poor fellows when they came on board looked hard enough; for several day it had been snowing and hailing; and they were obliged to remain on deck as all the hatches were battened down to keep the schooner from sink- ing, One of the party who had been sick for some time previous was so near exhausted that it was nec- essary to whip him over the side, When the boat came along side all hands were debarked with considerable sufficiency — as the sea at the time was running with high, We were all thankful to be able to render this small service and hope that our mission may be the means of saving many more lives, and a deal of Government property,   Saturday March 8th Cruised until this date, but without hearing anything of the Vermont, Our coal getting short we ran into Boston and recoaled, went on shore a short time, had some oysters, took a glimpse at the town, visited Bunker Hill monument [Bunker Hill Monument] and then came on board; not very well impressed with Boston,   Sunday March 9th Received orders as soon as we were coaled to proceed without a moments delay to sea, As soon as we were well out we learned from the orders being opened our destination was Hampton Roads — The day was propitious and bid fair for a good run https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2353f3d536cbb74af9f7728e5e412bc8.jpg f489eaf3d43803020c8831db2f6a40bc Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-03-13 - 1862-03-16 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001007 PDF Text Text 3 Thursday March 13th Arrived at "Fortress Monroe" [Fort Monroe, Virginia] and heard for the first time the news of the terrible encounter between the Merrimac [CSS Virginia], (rebel) and Cum- berland [USS Cumberland (1842)], and Congress [USS Congress (1841)] (Federal) also the timely inter- vention of the Monitor [USS Monitor], We all listened with much attention to account of the battle and the glorious and noble, and the never before equalled bravery and heroism of officers and crew of the Cumber- land, She sank with her crew still at and firing her guns; and still the noble and unpolluted ensign of our country waves from her mast head as an emblem of the bravery that were fought under folds, We are now under heavy banked fires and ready for a start at a short notice, Constantly on the alert and an- xiously await the coming of the enemy,   Friday March 14th Nothing out of the usual routine has occurred to day, All hands await the coming of the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] with some interest. and hope soon to see her; and try her Iron Sides once more —   Saturday March 15th Called at 3 a,m, to general quarters, All in readiness for a mysterious, supposed to be the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] off "Sewell's Point." [Sewells Point, Virginia] Exercised the men at their respective fighting quarters till five when all the crew were piped to breakfast, still keeping a bright look out for the enemy, Expect a fight a day break — Steam up constantly and ready to move the engines at a moments warning, No fight at day break — Twice a general quarters during the day, All ready for fighting, The reports however all proved false and groundless,   Sunday March 16th https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/b2251ea45c62acfc516d872585bea895.jpg 68bcefd2712a76bc5d5fcdba5954ad24 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-03-16 - 1862-03-18 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001008 PDF Text Text 4 Commenced the day at midnight with general quarters after which for the balance of the night much disturbed by the sonorous respiration of our Pilot, So much so that it became necessary to arouse him from the arms of Morpheus by the Quarter Master once every quarter of an hour, Went on shore at eleven oclock, Visited the mach- ine shop (Navy) Fortress [Fort Monroe, Virginia] +c +c, Invited to dine with the Naval Committee who was here on an examining excursion to the Monitor +c, Examined the great fifteen (15) inch guns now being mounted in front of the fortress, They weigh each 49099 pounds Nearly twenty two (22) tons, and throw an oblong projectile, At midnight called to general quarters,   Monday March 17th Clear morning and continues to be so during the entire day, At 11 A.m. a signal from the Flag Ship to prepare for action. Guns manned, Steam up and all ready, The alarm proved false hence no fight yet, In the afternoon one rebel steamer showed her nose around "Sewell's Point"; but put back at once; probably from the sight of the increased number of federal boats at the Roads [Hampton Roads, Virginia] since her last appearance, The "Young America" [USS Young America] has just passed us, I learn she is the Tow Boat that bamboozled ^the Rebels (by whom she was employed to tow a Battery from Norfolk), by bringing the battery within the range of the Cumberlands guns of course she was captured, The same Captain now has her in the Government employ   Tuesday March 18th Twelve schooner load of mules arrived here to-day, and forty thousand troop are expected to- morrow, Some firing has been going on from the "Rip Raps". They threw shott in the direction of https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/baabc77c2bb24aed1c925775db451435.jpg 4df3a942d8badb85cee1b2096a569adf Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-03-18 - 1862-03-20 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001009 PDF Text Text 5 Sewell's Point, Many fell short, while others done some execution to the Rebels, The idea was to disperse the rebels and set the woods on fire in the vicinity. The Rebel Flag at Sewell's point has disappeared and has not been seen for several days: they probably have decam- ped, We have just received orders in the event the Enemy again appears, and we get a chance at them, we are to run them down at full speed, I hope that our success may be like that of the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] in the attack and utter destruction of the poor, proud, brave, glorious, and never to be forgotten Cumberland, I think we will cleave her, (the Merrimac [CSS Virginia]) sure if once an opportunity offers, We are all ready and hope she will soon come down from Norfolk and give us a show —   Wednesday March 19th No sign of the Iron Monster yet, Flags of truce were communicated to day, A tow boat (rebel) hove in sight around Sowell's Point [Sewells Point, Virginia] making a reconnaissance; but soon she stood back for Norfolk. Troops are arriving in great numbers from Washington with all their equipments and munitions of war. Fifty-thousand are expected, They are now being landed at "Fortress Monroe" and marching back to encamp temporally in the vicinity of Hampton [Virginia]. Something grand is to be done soon no doubt, The taking of Norfolk most probably, It is now quite cold and raining; making it very bad for the poor troops in their crowed condition on the boats, and for those in their rude tents on shore;   Thursday 20th March — Aroused at four in the mor- ning by the thumping of a scow against our stern, Some thought the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] had come sure, for it was quite dark and — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/ac7e82b12372a97b6e2a7f979db8a4c1.jpg 4842bc6a91d56f122a73e8dd0f199a1d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-03-20 - 1862-03-23 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001010 PDF Text Text 6 rainey, and she might have gotten on top of up before we could have seen her, One of our officers rushed on deck almost in a state of nudity and shoeless, to see whether the enemy was at hand or not, When day boke we found the scow; Then far from us, and almost under the cover of the rebel battery at Sowell's Point [Sewells Point, Virginia], She was loaded with mules wagons, and other things connected with the expedition, We also found one of the transports ashore opposite our ship, No doubt will go to pieces ere this Nother ceases to blow, She is thought now to be bilged, The whole day has been quite disagreeable and bad for the debarkation of the troops. We hope for a better day to-morrow,   Friday March 21st Nothing very important has occurred to day, A few transports continue to arrive loaded with Troops and munitions of war. I learn to-day that the number of troops landed yesterday were 30,000, No alarm to day from the Merrimac [CSS Virginia].   Saturday March 22d Drilling the crew continually and Keeping every thing in readiness for the "Virginia" [CSS Virginia]. Owing to the order to run down the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] at full speed in case she comes out, The Captain and a portion of the Crew of the Illinois [Illinois (Steamer)] thinking it a desperate step, have refused to occupy their positions on board, and of course were sent on shore, and others ordered on board to fill their places   Sunday 23d March The sun rose this morning beautifully, and everything deciding for a https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/333caaa00599e946f97094b762e01096.jpg fa93dca9ab572c74a23b90d0130008f6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date Available Date (often a range) that the resource became or will become available. 1862-03-23 - 1862-03-29 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001011 PDF Text Text 7 fair day. The Rebel flag is to be seen on Sewells Point, General muster at 10, Articles of war read by our ex. officer. Monday March 24th Troops still arriving in large num Bers, Coaled ship in port,   Tuesday March 25th Troops continue to arrive in large Numbers, Some firing from the Rip Raps at "Sewell's Point", Some of the shots reaching the point, By report from Norfolk the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] is to come to-morrow and give us an attack, We are all ready and anxious, Wednesday March 26th Although it was authentically reported that the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] would come down to day; she has appeared not, Two line gen erals visited the ship to-day ,Gen. Smith [Smith, William Farrar, 1824-1903] and Gen. ＿＿＿ Thursday March 27th Reported to day that the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] will not be down for several days, She is now in the dry dock and will not be through with the repairs for some time. The report came from three deserters from the rebel side — Coaling our ship will continue at it all night   Friday March 28th Many more troops have arrived and continue to come. Sixty-thousand are said to be on shore, One inebriate Lieutenant came on board;-left by the "Atlantic" [Collins Steamship Atlantic] bound for Port Royal, he is attached to Hunter's [Hunter, David, 1802-1886] staff   Saturday March 29th Nothing new until evening; when https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/19d990f9c50530b525588287a24a9554.jpg 795c3eddbf9c710b8670376a6a71d483 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-03-29 - 1862-03-30 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001012 PDF Text Text 8 it was reported when it was reported that the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] would be down during the night, This news came from source, and no doubt will come, A number of our mess mates, are now our side of my room, discussing the event of her com- ing down, She is to be annihilated Sure, Some would like to get their clothes on shore before the engagement; others are talking of the cool tem perature of the water, and the chances for getting a hold of a hatch grating when the ship goes down we expect to cleave the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] in carrying out the orders we now have to run her down at full speed, At the same time we all expect to be compelled to take to the water for the want of a ship to hold us, Now waiting anxiously for her to come out I'll not do like some are doing; turn in all standing; but will consign myself to M orpheus' care in the proper nude condition with the expectation of being taken out at day break or possibly sooner to meet the Monster Merrimac [CSS Virginia]. Sweet-hearts and wives have been drank to, our side, and now several are wondering whether they will be remunerated for the loss of their clothes, and how soon they will remove their boots as soon as she begins to do down rapidly ++, [etc. etc.]   Sunday March 30th Muster at 9 ¼ A.m. after which Church, The service was read by our 1st Lieutenant, In the afternoon more troops arrived, On board one of the transports the Vice President [Hamlin, Hannibal, 1809-1891] came, A salute was fired from the Fortress in honor of him, Quite a number of ladies accompanied him the first ladies we have seen since we left Boston. I need not say all or nearly all rushed on deck to behold once more a few varieties of crinoline. Gen. McClellan [McClellan, George B. (George Brinton), 1826-1885] is reported to have https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/c88adcaf9e9828d4f31d6f6c503de962.jpg 6f8ced026e6a8d083054b3e46e70a130 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-03-30 - 1862-04-03 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001013 PDF Text Text 9 arrived also; in company with them; but I doubt it. The camp fires on shore from those already ensconched in their temporary tents p resent quite a brilliant illumination, It is still storming; So I suppose the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] will not come down until the weather is more favourable, Monday March 31st Visited by many army officers — The Vice President visited the Flag ship, Troops still arriving in large numbers,   Tuesday April 1st The "Seminole" [Seminole (Sloop of war)] arrived. The Vanderbuild [Vanderbilt (Side-wheel steamer)] is being Iron plated on the bows for the purpose of running into the Merr imac, The rebels fired a few shots towards us; but all fell short, except one which went far over the Monitor, These Shots were fired from "Sewell's Point"   Wednesday April 2nd The small Stevens' Battery arrived called the Naugatuck, [Naugatuck (Revenue cutter)] She carries one large Parret fifle [rifle] gun. The muzzle of the gun is depressed when loading which is done by steam and then elevated to fire; the whole of the gun is exposed, she also has compartments in which they can admit water to sink her to any depth when in action, She can be used as a ram, and no doubt will be some service to us   Thursday April 3d Nothing beyond the usual routine of duty, and floating news generally, so we feel quite inactive, https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/a74ff851c507cadcd950aa19edda9496.jpg 051daeb148f55ef1e2762d1bd5528c59 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-04-04 - 1862-04-08 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001014 PDF Text Text 10 Friday April 4th Gen. McClellan is to start in the morning- for Yorktown, Every thing is quiet and all seem to wait the issue of the General's mack —   Saturday April 5th Heavy firing is heard in the direction of Yorktown, No doubt from our Gun boats that left her this morning for the York river, A victory is reported at Yorktown   Sunday April 6th No news yet, The result of our army's appearance at Yorktown is not known, A Balloon is now being filled on shore for a reconnais sance, The "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] will certainly come, now, great preparations are being made for her reception.   Monday April 7th No Merrimac [CSS Virginia] yet, I feel that she has received a lesson last time from- the Monitor, that has taught her better than to try it again, A number of our vessels are now away bombarding Yorktown, She will never have a better opportunity; although her appearance now would be her utter annihilation, One fort is said to be taken at Yorktown, and the entire place inves ted by our forces, The rebels are found to be well en trenched, and no doubt will give a little trouble ere our forces take the place, We all hope to morrow to hear of the reduction of the Town and all the neighbouring forts,   Tuesday April 8th No news of great import — The M errimac is said to be around Sewell's Point near Craney Island [Craney Island (Va.)], and about five miles from where https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/ac9b920119488d054ad64be62609320c.jpg 9258d74370291780e7b717c79d4af416 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-04-08 - 1862-04-11 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001015 PDF Text Text 11 we lay, It is storming all day when it clears up no doubt we shall see the Iron Monster —   Wednesday April 9th No news of unusual interest — still storming, and quite cold —, I wonder when will it clear up — Thursday April 10th Weather moderating. Nothing beyond the usual floating news, Constantly exercising the men, both at the Guns and small arms,   Friday April 11th Broken out at 7-15 with the cry that the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] is coming, Sure enough she was, when I got on deck which was not long, She loomed up largely; but ignobly, All at quarters at once, Slipped the Cable, and held ourselves in readiness; under steam, for the so called Monster, and her satelites, Yorktown [Patrick Henry (Ship : 1861-1865)] + Jamestown, [Jamestown (Side-wheel steamer)] and several other small Tug boats of no acco- unt, We waited for some time for her to come do wn on us and from under the cover of the battery at "Sewell's Point"; When in the mean time the Jamestown stood close into the Monitor and Newport's News and seized one Brigantine, and one schooner, and towed them up to Norfolk — She has now returned and I suppose is ready for an other onslaught, The Merrimac [CSS Virginia] has a full head of steam on blowing of constantly; but it is hard to tell when she will make a strike. It is now 3,30 P.m. All hands piped down with their arms on ready for action at a moments war ning. At 5.30 a few shots were exchanged betw- een the "Merrimac." [CSS Virginia] "Naugatuck," and "Octorara"; [Octorara (Side-wheel steamer)] but the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] not liking the sound of the large shot from the hundred pound Parrot — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/b676115f08a03932ae37af94eb7a3930.jpg b8b32747065f106764dcb0d732d83e79 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-04-11 - 1862-04-13 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001016 PDF Text Text 12 turned tail and put back to Norfolk — with all her satelites. All of our vessels again at anchor with- out effecting anything; during the whole day,   Saturday April 12th The "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] is ashore just around "Sewell's Point"; All day have the rebels been endeavouring to get her off but with avail — If they should succeed She will make a desperate- effort to pass us and get into the York river to aid in defending Yorktown, Received on board a few steel pointed solid shot for our Parrot gun — We await the coming of the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] to try them — I learn that the Brigantine and schooner cap tured yesterday were of little or no value . The for mer not being worth her towage to Norfolk and the latter though a little better boat was load- ed with a small quantity of Hay, The immed- iate end of "Sewell's Point" has been crowded all day no doubt with anxious rebels for the welfare of the helpless Monster ashore,   Sunday April 13th All things perfectly quiet — The smoke has left the point, so I expect the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] is again at Norfolk, and most prob ably will go in dry-dock, And before she can get out the fate of Yorktown will show so conclusively the determination of our forces that they will think it well to remain at home and lool [look] after matters there, Keep her for harbor defence — The most of the boats in the harbor are now pretty well down so as to be out of the way of the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] should she come out again. Thus leaving the spa- ce around the "Monitor" entirely clear of shipping She, the Monitor, stands there like a spectre — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/c52a10122f6749050792055a920ef70c.jpg 7b37e149b055730ba7f68fcb5ed9e14f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-04-13 - 1862-04-16 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001017 PDF Text Text 13 ready to meet her antagonist, and with that coolness that bodes great confidence in her own strength. Monday April 14th Underway twice grappling for an anchor; the whole day spent without success — Much smoke at Sowell's Point; but no sight of the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia], One gun ordered from our force to the York River to aid in the bombardment of Yorktown, Everything quiet nothing transpiring beyond the usual routine of duty, Tuesday April 15th We still linger in suspense, and no enemy in sight, A flag of truce; the issue I do not know, The "Frenchman" has stood in to ward Norfolk, no doubt will go up all the way to the city, "Inny Bull" will want to go next. I hope they will be true to their honor, and do not hing more than visit the place, and the Merri- mac. The Union Gun on shore,-15" Calibre was tried to day the report was fearful, and the dear only knows where the shots went, I think they landed somewhere in "secesh" quite to the aston ishment of the rebels, Underway trying to ret rieve the anchor lost, no success, The weather has been very pleasant; with a little wind in the afternoon, I trust this not a "weather-breeder" as we are all disgusted with the weather of the last week or so, Our incarceration on board is sufficient with out being subjected to the lower part of the ship in consequence of rain, deluging the upper deck,   Wednesday April 16th — A flag of truce, The news not any, As the rebel flag yesterday was not answered, it has been through I suppose a good reciprocation https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/11257782fcf402b78745810e300bedd3.jpg a0e9c29441e4500eda280931d3639da6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-04-16 - 1862-04-17 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001018 PDF Text Text 14 by the rebels not to pay any apparent attention to ours, The Search continued for the anchor; dragged all day without Success. Called at four bells to get up a full head of Steam, When on deck learned that the Signal had been read incorrectly as it was to loose Sail, and not to get ready to weigh anchor, All day have we looked for some diversion but none came — We waited impatiently this morning for the mail when it came, we felt that the general monotony of this incarceration was suspended; but soon we had what little news came. Our letters read, Again we were as we were, All day very pleasant, The bastions of the Fortress present an aspect of cheerfulness, with their Spring garb of verdure, One of the two Ferry Boats that arrived yesterday, was sent to the York river to aid in the bombardment of Yorktown — God speed her as an auxiliary in the subjugation of the rebellion, Thursday April 17th All quiet at "Hampton Roads" – Save the ordinary rotine of duty, and Some practising – the Fortress fired several shots toward "Sowell's Point", Some exploded when high in the air directly over the point, Others went far beyond – thus showing the great range of the fifteen inch guns, A constant fire like the above would make the Point a warm place for the rebels and no doubt would leave the place, and once more take that miserable rag from our gaze, No doubt the firing this day has dist- urbed the rebels and probably prevented them from enjoying their afternoon nap, Still Search ing for the anchor; but with no more success than yesterday, To-morrow we drag with the aid of steam; a Tug has been ordered to assist — A beautiful mirage to be seen toward the East, Vessels to be seen with their keels in https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2b32861ecbe60bf3c753858103f8e288.jpg 51e90fd0e208068fd57b32bba79238c3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-04-17 - 1862-04-18 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001019 PDF Text Text 15 the air, and the trees in the point with their roots far up in the heavens, While their boughs were inverted and directed downward, The illusion was complete, not being possible for the observer to determine which was the object, and which the reflection, Its duration was only for a few minutes, It gradually grew fainter and fainter until it ceased to be visible, The reason, (I learned this evening,) why the Octorara did not pursue the Jamestown when she Captured those vessels when the Mer rimac Came out, was because she carried away one of her rudders; it not being secured properly when the vessel was started ahead, Thus a mystery is settled that we could not solve before — knowing she had been sent up to engage the Jam estown and prevent her from running off with the Brigantine and schooner, or any thing else that might have been in her track. The "Naugatuck" I believe was aground, It seems to be a source of much annoyance, always about the time of Coming into action, why is this experienced ^then more than any other time, We had several vessels ashore, and it always has been so, at every action, The Pilots are loyal, yet the trouble exists, I suppose all are too eager for a fight and forget their position — until all are high and dry ashore, then they see their neglect to late to do any good — A late conflagration is visible at Norfolk — the sky is illuminated far around indicative of a large fire, If this is a reflection of the Charleston "Bon Fire" it will go hard for the rebels, Friday April 18th News to day from York- town accompanied with seventy wounded men — and one dead Captain whose remains were https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/539dd3762c8c38e0b79db8716e78debc.jpg 877a8458109837146772aac972a1da98 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-04-18 - 1862-04-20 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001020 PDF Text Text 16 Sent to Baltimore; by the boat, Appears that one regiment being on a reconnoitering expedition were surprised and fired into from a masked battery thus killing many before they knew of their true position, Yorktown seems to be well fortified and the rebels well entrenched, The most gigantic of all the battles yet fought; will necessarily be — fought at this place, The rebels have fired sever al shots at us from Sowell's Point, all without ef fect although some of them came close to us — This foeble effort I presume was intended for an answer for the Shot received by them yester- day from the Fortress, Searching for the anchor with a steam tug grappled all day without success — Coaled ship, Saturday April 19th Cannonading heard in the direc tion of Yorktown; no farther news from that place, One shot from Sewell's Point answered with many; some of them landing within the midst of the enemy's Battery, A ship close by is now receiving provisions after which she is to sail for "Ship Island," She has on board one full Battery of artillery; they (the men) Seem enjoy running away with the whip, and are doing all they can to accelerate their departure — I wonder, after they have given Neptune his com mon contributions due from landsmen and they have landed at their destination whether they will be so jocost, and have such elevated Spirits, I trust they will be equally as lively and active as they now are, when they open on New Orleans, Sunday April 20th Cannonading still heard in the direction of Yorktown, The Roads quiet and we still are eking out a monotonous existance, https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/9dd1730592a5ba215f04058e49afbf19.jpg cc4b2edc1cd4315a05714899b4b8ecb0 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-04-22 - 1862-04-25 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001021 PDF Text Text 17 Tuesday April 22nd It is rumored that the Yorktown and Jamestown have gone up the James river to Richmond to bring down coal for the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia]; The monster in tending a trip to New York, If this is true the above boats ran by during a dark night for nothing did we learn from the picket-boats of their going up, Most prob- ably it is only a canard, for what could the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] do there with us all after her, It would certainly be an annihilation of the Iron Monster, Some cannonading has been heard in the direction of York town; but now definite news from the besieged place, No steamer to-day from Baltimore. What the cause of the delay is we cannot say, Many conjectures, all out of humor because of the non-arrival of their letters, We must look on the bright side, and expect a double mail to-morrow, An Iron Clad Battery is said to be under construction at the city of "Rickmond", also a boat being plated and filled with a Ram at Norfolk, Received distinguishing signal to be used should the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] att empt to run the blockade, and Stand for New York; Thereby pervent in a great measure one from firing, into the other at night, and to discern her from the rest of the shipping in the harbor, A flag of truce went out —   Friday April 25th The "Iron Clad" sloop Galena [Galena (Steamer)] arrived yesterday, another acquisition to — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/3b41b6595f619f17a7650c68c087655c.jpg 4bed4681106ab7325b5f9ef68d386567 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-04-25 - 1862-04-25 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001022 PDF Text Text 18 The "Hampton Road fleet"; Her appearance is beautiful; everything indicating strength — The peculiar manner of plating looks well and not much unlike planking of an or dinary wooden ship, The Rebels have feas- ted their Eyes upon her from Sewell's Point, and Craney Island; As she has gone up in the neighbourhood of the Monitor where she can be in readiness to meet the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] should she venture out. Flags of truce go out every day, The news from a party of deserters from Dixie in a small boat are that the Rebels are building four new Gun Boats at Norfolk some of them to be "Iron Plated", The Merrimac [CSS Virginia] is undergoing some alterations, and having her Ports filled with pendulums like the "Monitor's" to defend the openings while the Guns are run in for loading, These alterations and additions were not to detain her but two or three days — So I suppose She will soon be out again — Iron has been sent up the James River to"Rickmond" to be rolled into plates for their new Gun Boats, There is quite a pressure upon the "Merrimac" [CSS Virginia] at Norfolk by the people and press; This will certainly bring her out at an early period, Can nonading is heard every day in the dir ection of Yorktown, and yesterday a con siderable amount was heard in the direc tion of Norfolk. As the Rebels cannot have much powder for target practice to spare I cannot think what it can mean, One more Sloop of War (Kearsage) [Kearsarge (Sloop)] gone up the York river to join in the bombardment, Weather is quite chilly and unpleasant, raining at intervals, — Searching for the anchor yet, https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/02cc07726a749b46a9f7cbdc0b9729a9.jpg 460083ce0c157529a24fc97b4becb2d3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-04-28 - 1862-05-03 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001023 PDF Text Text 19 Monday April 28th Some practicing at a target from the "Fortress", "Galena" still here not yet gone to aid in the bombardment of Yorktown, One Rebel steamer, name unknown, Showed her nose around Sewell's Point; but soon put back, The Merrimac [CSS Virginia] is expected during the night, or to-morr ow, New, Orleans reported conquered, and in the possession of the Union forces — The Rebels' chains across the Mississip pi, and their numerous barricades have proved of little avail in resisting the invincible force of the federals; The Penobscot [Penobscot (Gunboat)] arrived to day from the York river, The Captain dined with us to day together with one or two strangers from shore, A new Lieutenant reported and took his initiatory dinner with us —   Saturday May 3rd Sent my Model of a Steam Battery away. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-05-04 - 1862-05-08 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001024 PDF Text Text 20 Sunday May 4th Received information from the Flag Ship that Yorktown was ours, Cheered Ship in honor of the event — The rebels driven about twenty miles beyond their stronghold, And the Federals following them in hot persuit, Many Guns captured +c — The Merrimac [CSS Virginia] showed herself at Sowell's Point but dared not adventure to come any farther, It was understood that she came that far to meet the Jamestown, York town, Teazer [Teaser (Tugboat)] +c when they came down from Richmond, They however didnot Come I — suppose they were too much occupied with the retreating rebels from Yorktown, She is certainly to come out as soon as the above vessels arrive from their mission — up the James river, Some heavy firing heard in the direction of Yorktown, no doubt upon the running or skeddadling rebels, Some few troops arrived, We expect soon to have turn at Norfolk, W.C.W. turned up all night. Received a Commission Confirmed by the senate, appointing me a Chief Engineer in the Navy of the United States, Thursday May 8th Got underway and stood for "Sewell's Point" accompanied with the San — Jacinto, [San Jacinto (Steam frigate)] Susquehanna, [Susquehanna (Side-wheel steamer)], Seminole, Monitor — Naugatuck, Tugs, one of the latter carrying the President [Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865] to witness the bombardment — Firing was kept up for several hours — And a considerable quantity of powder burnt. particularly on our side, We silence the fort and set it on fire, The rebel flag was shot down by one of our own guns; but was reset by one of the enthusiastic Courters of — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/08810ce5eea637e0f5ed4fdeafa56b09.jpg a23eaaef744a04287602d7e31d10914e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-05-08 - 1862-05-08 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001025 PDF Text Text 21 Jeff. [Davis, Jefferson, 1808-1889] No doubt a number were killed and wounded on the Rebel side, while none were in jured on ours. The attack was intended only for a reconnaissance, to ascertain whether the rumors bought a run away tug were aut hentical, The fort was found occupied, cont rary to the report — The Merrimac [CSS Virginia] came part- way out just far enough to see all that was going on, We withdrew after fully being satisfied of the rebels obstinacy, and determination to hold Norfolk as long as possible. The Monitor drew up in battle order and stood in front of the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] but she dare not come out from Craney Island, Wher the Monitor would would have a chance at her, The sight was something like a cat watching a mouse — but the mouse dared not come out of her concealm ent, We found that it was too near night for any farther movement, so we came to anchor about one mile farther to-ward Norfolk than any vessel yet, and are now the Guard ship, Steam constantly up, and the chain ready for slipping — We hope to soon have a chance at the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] she is an "eye sore" and we want to get her out of the way; it will relieve the optic nerve — The Monitor done her part well although she fired few guns, She prowled around close to the shore and the fort, but had few shots fired at her, The rebels knew of her invuln erableness, and thought it prudent not to waste any powder upon her. They, the rebels directed all their shots at the wooden vessels — The Naugatuck although thought of some importance, and invulnerable did not — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/da9df222eedb893b49ecb64ef88124f2.jpg 6902cb2b16695778dd6cca98f746e1c9 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-05-08 - 1862-05-09 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001026 PDF Text Text 22 Stand up to the fire, I ^wonder what the trouble was. Continual firing is heard up the James river. The Galena, Port Royal [Port Royal (Gunboat)], Aroostook [Aroostook (Gunboat)] +c — are no doubt having plenty to do — The Pres ident looked on at the bombardment with apparent great in<s>s</s>terest and felt a great an- xiety for our side, He passed close to our vessel, bowed and moved on with his little Tug, His pleasing countenance indicated entire satisfaction with the days boombording, We now lay docile, but ready for an encounter with the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] at any moment — Friday May 9th — Monitor cruising around in the neighbo<s>u</s>rhood of the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] and saluting her with a few shots, none were returned, Order ed to protect the Monitor; hove short, and all ready in the event it would become neces- sary to render her any aid, The Monitor being tired of tormenting the enemy and not caring abo- ut going at her in that position she with- drew, Ordered to be ready tomorrow at ten in the morning for some more, The troops <s>em</s> are embarking evidently for an attack some where — About ten thousand are to leave in the mor- ning, The Rip Raps have been responding to a shot from Sewells Point for some time all — of the shots falling within the rebel fortification on the point, Quite a conflagration is visible on the point, Whether the rebels are burning their habitations or not I cannot say; Yet I think the firing from the "Rip Raps" has accelerated the flames if not Kindled them, The Merrimac [CSS Virginia] lays in view, apparently disconsolate, and disheartened, She dare not come out, and is annoyed when she goes to Norfolk by the great pressure for her forward movement, They https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/5f97800ba8ed3cc87cda4876f17c2599.jpg 3f374b193faf32ad0223d10f65e23d51 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-05-09 - 1862-05-11 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001027 PDF Text Text 23 on board of her know it would be suicide for them to come down, and scarcely know what to do to prevent their inevitable doom, Saturday May 10th About fifteen thousand troops landed and are now within four miles of Norfolk, One Union flag is to be seen now on the beach when a few days since a rebel one was to be seen, This patriot has now got the opportunity of gratifying his union feel ings which have been smothered long by the rebel authorities, This evening we can see quite an illumination in the direction of Norfolk, No doubt the news brought yester day by the run away tug is now being carried out; burning all they could at the Navy Yard — +c, The Galena up the James river is reported to be doing considerable service, and terrible destruction among the Rebel Gun brats — Gen McClellen is within ten miles of Richmond, At Norfolk Sunday May 11th 1862 This morning at three Oclock the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] was discovered on fire, Soon the flames spread over her entire length enshrouding her in one sheet of fire, The fire and smoke came pouring out of the smoke pipe greater than from a Cupola Anxious eyes gazed upon her waiting for the explosion of her magazine, At 4.34 A.m. the entire mass of flame, a great por- tion of her Iron Sheathing +c, were seen to ascend high into the heavens, Presenting one of the most Magnificent pyrotechnical views I ever beheld, With this explosion the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] was no more, Not a vestige of her was left — not even the slightest trace of fire, or of any portion of her hull were to be seen in https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/8cd9ecbdff4b6df82b9340160f7ec17c.jpg 8b0d4d544ff4ad79e02056a42f920f0c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-05-11 - 1862-05-11 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001028 PDF Text Text 24 a few seconds after the explosion, We at once informed the Flag Officer of the destruction of the much feared vessel, When orders were given at once to get ready for getting under way, Soon ready and stood for Norfolk — The Flag had already heard of the arrival of the land forces in Norfolk — With great Care we steamed ahead slowly, keeping a bright look out for obstructions in the Channel — At Sewell's Point we hauled down the Rebel flag and of course raised our own, A few Contra bands being all that were left to tell the tale, On we went until we reached Craney Is- land, while approaching it we saw two Rebel Flags flying, and from the fact that the forts there were known to be strong it was the impression of all that the Rebels might be making a stand, As we drew near- er we soon learned that a few darkies were all, also, at this place, The flags were taken down by one of our boats Guns, We watched them carefully until the flags were down and the old stars and stripes were once more float ing in the air, When the "Old Gridiron", was going up into a position where it had not been allowed to be for about one year it was heartily cheered by all the Union forces who saw it, Care of course was exercised in haul- ing the rebel rags down for fear of hidden torpedoes, None as yet have been discovered, One singular fact is that the rebels did not burn any of the buildings in "Cranney I sland" nor on "sewell's Point," although when we get up to the Town we learn that all the Government Property at the Navy Yard has been destroyed, — together with several steam boats — and one Battery under const- https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/141940ca637f6940f7241b5dd8f0e088.jpg 6e5a90d4cac809a4df1eb69bfa102d88 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-05-11 - 1862-05-11 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001029 PDF Text Text 25 ruction We found that all the buoys, but the one off the town had be altered, Yet we found no obstructions in the Channel excepting one old sunken Hulk which was there before the rebellion, This we just touched, and the San Jacinto drawing more water than we do brought up on her and was obliged to remain there until the tide rose sufficiently to float her free — At 11 A.m. We came to anchor off and close to the Wharf at Norfolk, We were greeted with cheers from a promiscuous crowd in the Wharf; but the elite of the place were not to be seen, not even from the windows or verandas, I think that portion of the people of Norfolk are inclined to act coolly to- ward us, with a view of showing a little spunk. Flags are seen in almost every direc tion, Boys carrying them around the streets cheering and making quite a juvenile dem onstration of their patriotic feeling, At the same time we see little or no demonst- ration from the houses, No flags are to be seen yet from the windows as many antic ipated there would be — I guess they will soon become accustomed to the Yankees — and probably like them a little better. Norfolk — presents a cheerful appearance from natures gift of verdure; but the aspect generally is doleful, And shows too clearly the effect of being blockaded, no business, no nothing Paper money being all that is current because they could not get any thing else — I have already seen paper money of several denom inations from one dollar down to twenty ten + five, cents and even for drinks issued by some of the hotels, All being redeemable — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/98fdbbe09e6ddc878a5b44beaca83d46.jpg 3bffa69badf2c712ca560f4680ba9893 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-05-11 - 1862-05-12 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001030 PDF Text Text 26 Our Men of War came up to Norfolk in the following order first the Monitor, then the Naug atuck, Seminole, Susquehanna, Dacotah, +San — Jacinto, The Monitor and Naugatuck have left for the James river, Monday May 12th Sent a boat on shore this mor ning, and got our regular marketing, All the vendors seemed quite civil to the stewards, The majority of the citizens of Norfolk and Portsmouth have left; — The ladies particularly vamoosed for fear of being ravished by the horrible Yankees, This is not a canard but the real belief of many, The feeling now however toward us is some little better as they see now that there is not the slightest disposition on the part of the Federals to do any thing that is not becoming to an officer and Gentleman, The sale of liquor is prohibited by the Military Governor, This no doubt will avert many a quarrel — In a few days when the people who skeddadled upon the approach of the federal forces, learn that all is right, and that they can come back and enjoy the privileges of citizens they will come back and enjoy it, The darkies here state that the ladies (Bad for the sex) were much more bitter than the Gents, They would relate to their servants great rigmaroles, and most ververse fabrications Some went so far as to tell the poor deluded beings that the Yankees would bridle them and put the bit in their mouths, and drive them like oxen or horses, and haul stone +c, This seems odd that any intelligent beings should endeavor to carry away the minds of the slaves by relating such, https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/dea9e12d717c5946437937132110ffa7.jpg f989f9034f6670d15ff36e77cbaea1da Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-05-12 - 1862-05-17 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001031 PDF Text Text 27 unparalleled falsehoods; Yet I believe it all to be true as I received it from several sources, I was informed <s>here</s> to day that there were plenty of strong union loving people here yet; but they were afraid to show their — collors; although they intended to do so — as soon as they felt their property entirely safe — We are now at anchor about one mile below Norfolk, and are stationed as the guard ship, — Saturday May 17th This morning at about 8.50 we weighed anchor and stood up the James river in search of rebels, and manned fortifications, Secretaries, Welles, [Welles, Gideon, 1802-1878] Stanton, [Stanton, Edwin M. (Edwin McMasters), 1814-1869] Chase, [Chase, Salmon P. (Salmon Portland), 1808-1873] and Seward, [Seward, William H. (William Henry), 1801-1872] with their Ladies followed us in a steam boat, especially used for that purpose, The Susquehanna, Wachusetts, [Wachusett (Steamer)] Sebago, [Sebago (Sidewheel gunboat)] and Dacotah, comprised the figh- ting fleet, On we went whith the Crinoline +c, following, in the full expectation of a fight, At day's point [Days Point (cape)] we discovered a rebel flag, unfolded to the breeze, Every- thing now looked like a fight, The Petticoat boat came on with her prec ious charge, and when within a good distance to witness the action, we had reached a good position for opening fire Bang went our ten inch pivot, and one hundred pounder, throwing their cards directly in the midst of the fortification A considerable number of shots were fired, and not hearing, or seeing any signs of the rebels; All the marines of the fleet, together with a few sailors were landed and the rebel rag torn down and divided unceremoniously among — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/689c32286e6f73929531badc2eafd1a1.jpg 67b0599beb161315d33e884c6da05373 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-05-17 - 1862-05-18 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001032 PDF Text Text 28 all who could get a piece divided, Some few hogs were knabbed by the sailors — when they gave vent to some of their wild natural freaks, common to sailors only, All pled had to be allowed to retain the pork ers, after they had captured them; but as the officers thought they might belong to some Union person or persons; they were orders to release their grunting prisoners — much to their dissatisfaction, and disappoint ment, — as they no doubt expected a grand — feast of pig on board, It was now pretty late in the day, and we were almost as far up the river as the Dacotah could go, for the want of more water in the river, The fair spectators no doubt being — fully gratified without seeing any blood shed, at the same time a strong bombard ment, were removed from the transport to the Flag Ship We received orders to proceed to the Roads and prepare for a trip to New, Orleans, with dispatches — for Flag Officer Farigut, [Farragut, David Glasgow, 1801-1870] We had made a number of spikes, the day before he started up the river, but did not find it necessary to use them, as the guns seemed to be entirely free from the rebels — One fellow came into the fort and asked for protection under the old stars and stripes, We left our glorious flag flying at this point, and came down to For- tress Monroe, Coaling ship all night — and going all we can to expedite our departure for the Gulf — Sunday May 18th Finished coaling ship and started for New Orleans — Weather — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/05ccd7fedb09c1ddaf94c1cea77a75a0.jpg dff7056472d9e8ece1c538e477b3fcab Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-05-18 - 1862-05-21 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001033 PDF Text Text 29 Calm, everything bids fair for a good and pleasant run, Monday May 19th Lat, 34°, 51' N, Long, 74° 53' West Light head wind, Sea moder- ate, a little foggy, No other vessels in sight, excepting one ship standing in for Hampton Roads,   Tuesday May 20th Lat 33° 29' N, Long 74° 09' West — At 2 P.m. Boarded the schooner Mary Harris [Mary Harris (Schooner)] from Nassau bound to New York, loaded with tar, pitch, and cotton, her papers looked all right although, her cargo, and the place from which she sailed made them look a little spurrious, I doubt very much if we would have passed her; had it not have been that we were bearing dispatches to the Gulf — and to hove; Captured her would caused a con siderable delay, Fresh head wind — Sea short and tumbling, a little cloudy   Wednesday May 21st Lat 31°, 30' N, Long, 76°, 59' W — A side wheel steamer visible to the eastward, several small schooners in sight; but as they looked all right with the "John Bull" Colors flying we left them pass without boarding — I should like to have had a peep down their holds — The same flag appearing universally cause deal of wondering +c — Fresh head wind short tumbling sea — Warm and clear — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/540ae112f513fae9daad8cfbc8139505.jpg 9ae41f94ed13dcc31bace5159805d415 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-05-22 - 1862-05-29 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001034 PDF Text Text 30 Thursday May 22nd Lat, 29° 00' N, Long 78° 57 W — Clear and pleasant — with light breezes —   Friday May 23d 27° 10' N 79°, 43' W — Clear and pleasant with light breezes — Saturday May 24th Lat, 25°, 04' W, ⎯⎯⎯⎯   "Key West," Sunday May 25th Arrived here early this morning, for coal, en route, for New — Orleans, A number of prizes here; one the Circossia (english) [Circassian (Iron screw steamer)] loaded with arms — and ammunition, She is a steamer and no — doubt contemplates a lucrative landing in rebeldom, This evening the Brig — Bainbridge [Bainbridge (Brig)] brought in a double piped river steamer, captured off the Tortugas — Coaling ship and, expediting things .as much as possible, for our departure, Monday May 26th Left Key West at about meridian — commencing the run to New Orleans, Fresh — breeze, clear and pleasant — New Orleans — Thursday May 29th We arrived here yesterday evening at 7.20 after a successful run up the river, in twelve hours — a distance of one hundred and ten miles; against a current of from · four to five knots —; along the river — at intervals of a few miles,  We saw wrecks of steamers, fire boats, and rams; the effects of the late battle, Fort Philip [Fort Saint Philip (La.)] showed https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/f4f62a9db02ea611155028d17c92aa7a.jpg 6ec3fe920582d67a40206161004ba30b Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-05-29 - 1862-06-01 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001035 PDF Text Text 31 distinct evidence of the destructive manner in which the federal shots — took effect, The poor but noble "Var- ona" [Varuna (Screw steamer)], Commander B [Boggs, Charles Stuart, 1811-1888], lay with her bow- Sprit out of the water, all the rest of her, or nearly all, being submerged — Several times during the run we stirred up old sunken wrecks — but with out — damage to ourselves — Went on shore this afternoon took a drive on the prin- ciple shell road, Had an Ice +c — Heard several hurrah's for Jeff, Davis, and a few for Abe, Lincoln, Saturday May 31st Dined on board of the Rickmond [Richmond (Ship : 1860-1919)] and then went on shore — had a good time, Many of the residence appear quite bitter, Some accuse our side of buying General — Lovell, [Lovell, Mansfield, 1822-1884] and Jeff Davis, the latter for ten millions of dollars. I fear Jeff's, neck would not be safe if he was here — Sunday June 1st 1862 — Went on shore this morning and attended church, Rev, Dr, Hacocks Many ladies in attendance; but very few of the sterner sex. The gentlemen — were courteous, and polite —, while the fair sex scowled at us, and some while leaving the church remarked of the Yankee Officers could not stay away from their church, they would remain at home and pray there — One of our Commanders remained after church — and communed, In the afternoon we drove down to Hecoles' [Rampart Street (New Orleans, La.)] at lake — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/6f1960c6cad9aea5e6d2bfef99ae8231.jpg d3797a224e8559aa4567d4de10d2f1c5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-06-01 - 1862-06-11 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001036 PDF Text Text 32 Pontchartrain, distance from the City about seven miles, Returned on board at sun down all ready for leaving in the morning, coaling ship —   Monday June 2nd At 11.20 weighed anchor and stood down the Mississippi leaving the Crescent City, Key West Friday June 6th We arrived here in the afternoon for coal, and expect to leave to-morrow, the Niagara [Niagara (Steam frigate)], has left here, since we left a few days past — She has gone north for repairs, The San, Jacinto is here as "flag ship", and the Susquehanna is at the wharf coal ing, and is, en-route, for the Mississippi —   Saturday June 7th At 3 P.m. left Key West —   Sunday June 8th Lat. 28°,34' N Long, 79, 20 W   Monday June 9th Lat. 30°, 49' N Long 78 56 W,   Tuesday June 10th Lat. 34, 29 N Long 78, 06 W, Fresh gale — Wednesday June 11th Lat 34°. 29' N Long, 75° 44' W, Fresh breeze — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/3127cba98bb923a4524f7fa4edcb571e.jpg ce423aa4d17d117e735d604abfef3686 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-06-12 - 1862-06-15 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001037 PDF Text Text 33 Thursday June 12th Norfolk — Came to anchor at this place at ten having stopped at Old Point [Old Point Comfort (Hampton, Va.)] long enough to land the mail that we brought from New Orleans, and Key — West, We find the Flag ship, Seminole and Rinando (english) [Rinaldo (Sloop)] in port — Car- ried away the jib boom of a schooner and stove one of our work boats while coming in — Friday June 13th Went on shore to-day made several purchases, and returned again to the ship after a short tramp in the sun — Many rumors were rife; all groundless — and only news to delude these half star ved people — One report was that England and France had acknowledged the Confed : eracy, and that the war would be soon over; — how ridiculous — The people here at Norfolk are certainly much more opposed to the Federal government then the people of New Orleans, Perhaps they have not go a "Butler" [Butler, Benjamin F. (Benjamin Franklin), 1818-1893] to command them — The ladies walk near the side, and often draw their dresses at one side that the federal officers may not — pollute them with a touch, By the bye the English officers are having a good time here; All attention is shown them by the secesh ladies, which reciprocated to by parties on the English man of war — Sunday June 15th The fore part of the day clear and very warm, commenced raining in the afternoon and cold — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/c1d0ee7536c5f140f16ddb61ae54cc5b.jpg eaf219d75820c7d4ca2abff5d61580b7 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-06-15 - 1862-06-18 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001038 PDF Text Text 34 making cloth clothes quite comfortable — Soon after the ebb tide commenced — running we grounded astern, and rem- ained ashore until flood-tide, Tug and Kedge of no avail until then — The gun boat Aroostook arrived from up the James River; but as soon as she reported she was ordered back, She brought the latest news that we had yet received, Gen — McClellan's position entirely safe; And Richmond's fate certain, As the Gun, boat was cruising on the river they were fired into frequently, by Cannon, musketry, +c — She was struck many times, As a recip rocation for this our men were landed routed the rebels many times; burned their places of shelter, (often Barns) spiked their guns, +c, I believe from the number of barns burned and guns spiked; This gun boat has the name of Barn burner, and gun spiker. Wednesday June 18th I have to record the death of one of the Marines, He died of phthisis pulmoni, and was born to the grave this af ternoon with military honors, The chaplain from the Flag Ship performed the necessary serv- ices, on board and then accompanied the Corps to the grave; back of the Hospital, no — mail from home yet I wonder and continue to wonder the cause; but echo answers where are my letters which have been undoubtedly sent, Visited by and English naval Captain who seemed to sympathize; judging from his occ- asion hints, with the poor, and now almost extinct Conferacy, He spoke of the pleasant time he was having on shore with the secession https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/eb95f0f8e0ea39c7c3430b5e4790eca8.jpg f43f32ca0ebf9308f45a91d2f8df8e87 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-06-18 - 1862-06-22 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001039 PDF Text Text 35 ladies, and of the inevitable Guerrilla war that would follow the destruction of the Rebel army, and its many years duration, +c, All this was said to excite jealousy in the first place, and in the second to show in an under hand way that he for one held rebels, and the Southern Conferacy in high esteem, and consideration Sunday June 22nd Ordered yesterday to serve on a board of survey, to examine into the condition of the Boilers of the "Commodore Barney" [Commodore Barney (Ferry)], Made an exam ination wrote the report, and then — went on shore, Walked to the parade- ground, Saw the drill, and then came off to the ship at sun-down, I find the ladies as stubborn as ever, They now flout small Rebel flags from the end of their parasols, and often cross the street to avoid passing under the glorious old — Stars and stripes. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-06-24 - 1862-06-26 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001040 PDF Text Text 36 Tuesday June 24th The Wachusett arrived here yesterday from up the James — River, No important news, To-day the Seminole received orders, to proceed to Gotham for repairs, She sailed toward ev ening, Many happy hearts were on board of her when she received the glad tidings — The Seminole has done much active duty during the war; besides being in Commission a long time before the — Rebellion broke out, Visited to day, the ship — by some army ladies, A picket was shot last night near Fort Norfolk about one half mile below the City, If this is the variety of warfare the rebellious one — desire to carry on, Viele had better adopt the Hemp and Limb system, Wednesday June 25x Went on shore in the after- noon, for a walk, I beheld many frigid Countenances, Veils were lowered and out over the faces of ladies, I presume it was owing to a lack of ability to elevate the nasal orgen; or a want of a supply of Saliva, Either of these may have been the reason for obscuring their physiognomies, But I trust it was neither, and hope for their sakes, it was only to cover a modest Countenance, Thursday June 26th Weighed anchor - and ran down below the Flag Ship, Came to anchor and banked fire, waitin for day break for our departure, Some wash clothes on shore but hope to get them in the morning, before we sail. https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/f5829f75153d61ff32f6a4dee9198fb9.jpg 3151eb15ce6032fb8810b58b6e414ca5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-06-27 - 1862-06-28 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001041 PDF Text Text 37 Old Point, Friday June 27th Got underway this mor ning at three, and came to anchor at this place about one hour afterwards, Preparing to convoy some transports up the James river to City Point. [City Point (Hopewell, Va.)] with provisions — ammunition +c, for the Army, Our wheel is now being covered previous to plating it su fficiently to turn minnie balls, and canister A Pilot house on the stage is to be filled before we reach a dangerous portion of the river. Saturday June 28th Left Hampton Roads this morning at 9, O'cl'k, Stopped at Newports — News, to communicate with the transports, and at 10 left, standing up the River at 1.30 P.m. Came to anchor off Jamestown, When the transports come up we will con voy them the balance of the way to City Point. We shipped a band of Contrabands consisting of ten, Recd. them at "Old Point," Among appears various colors, dispositions, and forms, All are well pleased so far with their new vocation, and are also uncontrollably proud of Uncle Sam's u niform, Their duties on board will be in a great measure menial; Thereby saving the men a deal of unpleasant duty, They were Shipped as first class boys, This evening the "Jacob Bell" [Jacob Bell (Side-wheel steamer)] came down the river — and came to anchor close by, She brings no important news from McClellan's army. not having heard any more than we had previous to leaving the Roads. The Bell is ordered up the Chickahominy, Her sides are arranged with boiler plates, with loop holes, for musketry, Her Pilot house is — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/f4fddae8b177bd55b59047b75eb2f899.jpg bc106272e944b656adcd22b77be093be Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-06-28 - 1862-07-01 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001042 PDF Text Text 38 Completely covered with plating, The Bell has been up the river for some time; her — sides and wheel-houses show indications of active service; being perforated with min nie balls. and shot, Norfolk, Monday June 30th At five, 20 min. Came to anchor at this place, Early this morning we got underway at Jamestown escorted our Convoy about twenty five miles forther up the river. Having met a ferry boat with a battery on board, we transferred our trust to her special protection, Came to Hamp ton Roads discharged some Boiler plates we had taken possession of to make tem perorary Pilot houses on the bridge, received a portion of the mail and then stood up for this place, While up the river we found plenty of Contrabands ready to ship in W.S's [Sherman, William T. (William Tecumseh), 1820-1891] service- none however were received, We are now laying with banked fires, waiting fother orders, From the late news and had fighting before Rich . mond, I thing Services with very soon be required somewhere else, For the first time this evening I beheld some of the Norf olk ladies walking near the water evidently for the purpose of see the Yankee vessels — of War, Tuesday July 1th At eleven O;clock this — morning we left Norfolk per orders — and started up the James river for the purpose of destroying batteries that had been evacuated, by the rebels, At 2 O,cl'k we arrived at Hardy's bluff, [Fort Huger (Va.)] Where three — boats, with Howitzers, and all the crews — well armed, The Marines were landed — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/39c5d8f64bbc407ea0f0c6768a361058.jpg ae6b120683a694df2e9b9ee502027a3b Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-01 - 1862-07-01 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001043 PDF Text Text 39 to act as pickets to prevent a surprise — The battery at this bluff consisted of eight een guns, some of the largest, or almost so — calibres, and of the most modern designs — All but four were busted, The balance will be attended to in the morning, The barr acks were burnt, and every thing done to detur the rebels from reoccupying the fort, Some of the boys and men, among them my, valet de chambre, wandered off from the main body of the force fonded, in search of Prog, They found much in the shape of Chickens, Turkey, Ducks, Pigs +c, +c. but just as they were loaded well with poultry one of our officers who followed them — came up and stopped things just were they were, and made them unload, In one house they visited the people became alarmed and skedaddled; leaving their dinner on the table smoking hot; bread in the oven, and lots of preserves in the pantries, All jack done was to set down and eat the dinner, for he was a little tired having walked about two miles, from the landing place, When this was done, though not in the most élite style, they adjourned to the other rooms of the house — it was well furnished and every thing presented an app- earance of respectability, In one of the rooms a dress was found in the middle of the floor partially completed, The mantuamaker evidently dropped it in her haste to get away from the approaching sailors, Jacks curiosity in this case was quite as grate it is with the ladies — and although they searched every thing well, they done nothing out of the way, save the purloining of this unfinished dress, The men had a great disposition to gratify their palates, And had it not have been for the arrival https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/bb297aed3ff209be61c3e77749d55fe4.jpg 0f7afdd1867958064735db1a5d07304c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-01 - 1862-07-01 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001044 PDF Text Text 40 of an officer they would taken a little Prog, Nothing however was done to injure the place — in the least, We have been Piloted up here for the second time by a man who has been in the Rebel army and navy, He was first forced into the army, according to his account, which seems plausible; Then he was put on board the Jamestown, and was in the battle when the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] and Monitor had such a desperate fight in which the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] was obliged to withdraw, He says when they got back to Norfolk all the sailors of the Rebel fleet, were presented each with. fifty-dollars, and allowed to go on shore and spend it. Whiskey was fifty-cents a drink — so their fifty-dollars soon disappeared, He spoke much of the Merrimac [CSS Virginia] construction and strength, very nearly comparing with the accounts already received, The Monitor first was seen along side of the ‘Minnesota' [Minnesota (Frigate)] It was supposed that she was a raft on which the Minnesota was placing a portion of her guns to lighten her as she was ashore, When the Monitor showed her- self around the bows of the Minnesota they changed their minds, As the Mon- itor at that moment gave them a couple of shots, Our Pilot made his escape from fort "Darling" [Fort Darling (Va.)] a short time since; This he accomplished by making the Pickets drunk, He states that whiskey was pretty hard to get a hold of; and it cost them eighteen dollars to get them drunk, Luckily two left at the same time, three went with him the others he could not say what became of, The reason he was forced into the army was because he among some https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/3fc5977848ee22f33e642be5266f86cb.jpg 25eca0bcef45b41caaeb74f47e70c51e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-01 - 1862-07-04 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001045 PDF Text Text 41 others raised an american flag at Hampton before the Seccession ordinance was passed in the state of Virginia, Wednesday July 2nd Raining nearly all day, Finis- hed bursting the guns at Hardy's bluff — Got underway, and came down the river to Days — Point, To-morrow the bursting of the guns — here will be commenced, "Norfolk"Thursday July 3rd Came to anchor here in the evening, After having completed our mission of destruction at Hardy's bluff — and Day's Point, all the guns and mag azines at both places were destroyed, The — guns were either bursted, or their trunnions were broken off, At Day's Point battery, an invitation was sent to the officers to dine at his house; the man lived close by, Whether this hospitality was extended to us through respect for the Federal — government; or whether it was donned, thereby thinking to protect his property or not we will not pretend to say. Friday July 4th The "Minnesota," "Wachusett" and ourselves; the only vessels of war in the Harbor; dressed Ship at day light, in honor of the day. The "Flag Ship" at meridean fired a national salute, A procession of some magnitude took place in Norfolk, also one in Portsmouth, As all the officers in this fleet for the day, were tabooed, I cannot say how things were condu cted; but from what I could see from the ship, through the glass, I can say the Colored portion of the city were well represented, This evening — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/c8cdf4297db218c3473477f6fd266119.jpg 06e751db2b080058961c65d395650611 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-04 - 1862-07-08 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001046 PDF Text Text 42 A Steamer Came down from up the James, with many wounded, The poor fellows were carried from the boat on Biers in all sorts of attitudes — Some laying down others reclining slightly others — setting erect grasping the wounded part or parts, to alleviate as much as possible the pain re Sulting from the slight jar in carrying them — The longer the war continues the more vividly its horrors present themselves, Saturday July 5th At 3 P.m. left — Norfolk and steamed down to "Old Point," and took on board a few boiler plates for Screening the Pilot, and men at the wheel, With the Flag Officer on board, also the fleet captain we left the Roads to-wards evening, and started up the James river, Feeling our importance as the Flag Ship we went gliding along at the rate of about eleven or twelve knots per — hour, The Wachusett started direct from Nor folk, hence during our delay at the Roads she distanced us considerably, When fairly under way, however the space became less — and now we are at anchor close by her just above Hardy's bluff, Tuesday July 8th Got underway this afternoon, and are now at anchor about — three miles farther up the river, and in front of Gen. McClellan's head quarters; but a few hundred yards from us, Several Bolloons were sent up to make observations, The President visited the Gen. Incog; and witnessed the balloon reconnoissance, together with the neighborhood with its army, The Galena Monitor, and a side-wheeler came to close by us after a reconnoissance up the river — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/803dc028ddfc6716541d8a695d1d1955.jpg 1f921ec8d0a39f8ae60a073de01cba0d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-08 - 1862-07-11 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001047 PDF Text Text 43 no important discoveries were made — The themometer in the shade 96° It is reported that the President made an ascension with the Bolloon, Wednesday July 9th Weighed anchor at ten A.m. to convey the President a past the dan gerous points on the river, When near Jamestown Island we ran a ground, thr ough the awkward-ness of the Pilot, We had passed all the points on the river where there were danger so the Chief Executive went on his way, At seven in the evening we got underway, the tide having risen sufficiently to float us off — and ran a few miles down the river, at which place we are now laying, Norfolk — Thursday July 10th Themometer 90° in the shade, The Paul Jones [Paul Jones (Side wheel gunboat)] came in, and left this evening, she is a double ender — and presents quite a fine appearance, She joins the James River flotilla, Captain Wilkes [Wilkes, Charles, 1798-1877] has reported to take command of the forces on the James River, Some troops have arr ived here to-day, They were few in number, and where they came from, I cannot say — They are no doubt on their way to join McClellan, Every thing quiet on the — James, We are no longer the Flag Ship The Flag Officer and suite left us upon our arrival here and repaired on board of his own ship the "Minnesota" Friday July 11th Themometer 71° — raining slowly all the day, no news of importance from up the river, Some of https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/79a62d4ede2ea1d41deca7f3271ac6c0.jpg 21cb19fad97451c6462722f51bdca245 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-11 - 1862-07-13 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001048 PDF Text Text 44 Burnside's [Burnside, Ambrose Everett, 1824-1881] troop are still here waiting for transportation, Saturday July 12th Several loads of Burnside's forces passed through en route for McClellans Army, They came through Norfolk and dismal Swamp Canal, [Dismal Swamp Canal (N.C. and Va.)] As the passed our vessel, they showed every sign of jollity, They appeared in good — health, robust, and in fine order for the arduous duties which they are about to perform, While they were passing a number of nautical and man of war phrases were used showing that some time or oth er they had served on board of some of our men of war, The were familiar with the Boatswain's pipe and calls, and many of them, the calls, would they use to show their familiarity with the marine service, The great Seager [A. B. Seger (Side-wheel steamer)] was towed up here, from Harrisons landing [Harrisons Landing (inhabited place)] where we saw her the other day; her smoke pipe was all askance and in general presented a dilapidated condition, She left again in the afternoon no doubt to be repaired, Sunday July 13th Went on shore this morn- ing heard a sermon and came off again to the vessel, The church was pretty well filled; but nearly all ladies, a very small portion of the congregation were gentlemen, I saw nothing of the much talked of; insulting representatives of the fair sex; on the — contrary, a degree of politeness was exhibited on the part of those in the immediate vi cinity of the pew in which I Sat, I am not of opinion that the news from Rich, https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/e06d6c40ce60f709789901cf45e6b114.jpg 4f97760cb3d849a620ab920afe8bdf15 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-13 - 1862-07-26 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001049 PDF Text Text 45 mond has produced any change in the deportment of the people ↔ Tuesday July 22nd Weighed anchor this morning early and left Norfolk, Came up the James river until we were approaching Jamestown Island [Jamestown Island (Va.)] when we ran ashore through the awkwardness of the Pilot, Got off as soon as the tide ran up Sufficiently to float us, Came to just above the Island for the night. The "Stepping Stone" [Stepping Stones (Ferry)] rendered some aid in getting us off, voluntarily offered — Wednesday July 23rd We now lay within sight of City Point, and are now one of the Ram fleet ready to run down the Merrimac No 2 [Richmond (Ironclad)] as her dimensions are much inferior to those of her prototype we apprehended, no difficulty in meeting her, The "Galena" and 'Monitor are our colleagues in exp ectation of the enemy; While there are many Gun Boats a few miles down the river protect- ing the Army from an attack, by land, Saturday July 26th — Last night one schooner was burned near Harrison's landing loaded with damaged corn; This was supposed to have been the work of Some incendiary of disloyal proclivities; her Captain dis appeared at the same time, whether he has gone over to the other side or whether he was burned on board no one seems to know, All as yet seems somewhat of an enigma, We brought too a small sail boat standing in for the rebel shore, and brought the men consisting of four on board, They proved their innocence of desertion, so they were sent back to their — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/4029e4f85a667f33e6e20d19bf99b788.jpg e390f248d828503d9673741504d5368f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-26 - 1862-07-30 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001050 PDF Text Text 46 Regiment, Several Flags of Truce passed us today; — but no prisoners came down, The rebels were quite discernible at City Point, from our vessel, Quite — a line, Train of cars arrived, and persons run- ning in every direction, The point seems verry — lively, what it means we have yet to learn, We were slightly alarmed this afternoon from the report that three Rebel steamers were coming — down the river; Soon we were in readiness for them, long we waited for their appearance, — we gave it up finally in disgusted disapoint- ment, We had hoped for a run at the 2nd Merri mac (Richmond) We have noticed several — Pickets directly opposite to our anchorage — thus demonstrating the vigilance of the Rebels — in their diabolical war, or rebellion, Wednesday July 30th Nothing of much importance has occurred Since I last wrote on the 26th — We have taken on board several Contrabands who came down to the beach and begged to be taking on board, Sometimes they would be possessed with passes from their owners — at the same time the pass would read so that the Pickets attention would be drawn to the look out for them for fear of their being inclined to join the "Yankees." The — negros not being able to read were not aware of the contents of the pass, When these fellows were closely interrogated as to what their — motives were in running off they only seemed to think that their condition could not be any wosser (worse) so they would try it any- how, some lift their wives and families behind through their great eagerness to leave their — state of bondage, Every day brings some new reports as to the immediate attack — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/0c1643ec3ff85530a4279e55e303eef5.jpg 21a431242fba40139b1fe8261b012614 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-30 - 1862-08-01 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001051 PDF Text Text 47 by the enemy; both by water and by land — Yesterday we received an accurate sketch of the "Merrimac" No 2 now building at — "Richmond"; it came through a reliable source and I think it can be relied upon — She is suppose to be completed; or nearly So. This afternoon a number of Gun-Boats drew up below us ready for shelling the enemy should they attempt an attack upon the land forces. Baloons are sent up daily to ascertain the position of the enemy, Commodore Wilkes [Wilkes, Charles, 1798-1877] has again returned to the "Flotilla", and we are no longer the commanding party. Papers are in great demand, and the mail very irregular, Weather hot and sultry, Friday Aug. 1st — This morning at one oclock I was aroused by the sound of cannon, Upon getting on deck I learned that the enemy had att acked our transports opposite Harrison's landing they opened with about twenty piece of light artillery and kept up an incessant fire for about twenty minutes, For the time the fire was sharp, As soon as one Gun Brat opened upon them; skedaddling was the order of the night, and soon nothing was to be seen of them, or heard, As we could not see any partic ular motive in opening on our transports prot ected with the Gun Boats; — the impression was that it was a feint, and a much greater attack would soon take place — However we were dis appointed, Morning coming without any far ther trouble, A force was landed this after noon on the opposite side of the river and the brush and obstructions in a measure burned away, to prevent the Rebel Pickets from taking shelter in a manner that — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/b2b432bc3ae3bb0b61b331d6ba1befba.jpg 00c19d8f6f19d6b0ba3808e27be8827e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-08-01 - 1862-08-04 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001052 PDF Text Text 48 they can discern nearly everything that is going on among us, Saturday August 2nd Some little firing down the river; but of little damage to us, An attack is expected to night from the rebels both by water and land, We may see Merrimac No 2 before morning, Several transports have gone to and fro with flags of truce, Some prisoners have been exchanged, One of them quite a number of children were to be seen coming from City Point, A portion of McClellan's forces have been landed of the south side of James River, Sunday August 3d The expected attack did not take place as expected farther than — a few guns from City Point and the neighbor hood, Our Gun Boats that went up in that dir ection immediately responded, and soon sil enced them, The "Galena" got underway and went to their assistance; while we drawing too much water, were compelled to lay dormant and look at the fight only. Built to day a Poop deck over the Wheel to protect the men from Sharp Shooters, The top of it was covered with — thick boiler plate, One shot sent though a tug Monday August 4th Visited by several Army officers, among them Col, Swetzer [Sweitzer, Jacob Bowman, 1821-1888] who infor med us of Flags of Truce that intended to carry eight thousand rebel prisoners to City Point, to night, The object no doubt is to prevent them from seeing our situation or position, Supply of Ice is stopped owing to the Ice schooner being exhausted, Weather very warm and sultry, The Southfield [Southfield (Side wheel gunboat)] still aground above City Point, Ran a shore by https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/989876e936cdd6e91ef06e87138b4543.jpg 808b8273943b3199f42c33eeeb7dcdc8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-08-04 - 1862-08-07 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001053 PDF Text Text 49 a miserable Pilot who was taken from our vessel after having run us on shore twice — All the other vessel have returned save the Galena to their old anchorage — Thursday Aug. 7th Yesterday Eight Thousand Rebel prisoners were sent up; in exchange for the same number of ours, Our boys as they passed us last evening they kept up one continuous cheering; They seemed very jubilant upon their release, and gave considerable vent to it in various ways, The "Southfield" is now off, and is taking in coal close by us. We are out of all trouble from grounding. A recon noissance was made up to and in the neigh borhood of "Malvern Hill," Since three hundred rebels were captured, together with a Battery of light artillery. A large number of Contra bands are now engaged throwing emban- kments on the south side of the James, They are covered by a large force from the Army and the Gun Boats, A reconnoissance was made to the southward, Some rebel property was captured and a number — cavelry routed, from their respective hiding places. We learn from the attack at City Point and vicinity —; that our boats done considerable damage to the rebels and killed quite a number, It is wonderful to see how our shrapnell slaughter the enemy, no wonder they skedaddle at the report only of our eleven inchers. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-08-07 - 1862-08-12 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001054 PDF Text Text 50 and no signs of getting any, Our sick list is increasing every day, A short sea voyage would set us all right, otherwise I fear that our efficiency will be much impaired — Monday Aug 11th Yesterday we succeeded in getting a lot of Ice; thereby alleviating our condition, as far as a cool beverage is concerned We have sent out two foraging parties. The first obtained corn in great quantities, together with two calves, and a sheep, The second procured one large Heifer, a pig, and much corn, You See we are now in good style, A salute was fired by the Army of thirty four Guns, in honor of Ex-President Van Buren, [Van Buren, Martin, 1782-1862] We are all ordered to wear Crape for six months on our left arms, For one week all the flags in this squadron are to be kept half mast —; for esteem, and as a token of the appreciation we have for the deceased ex-President of the U,S, Heat to day in shade 92°. Yesterday 95° Tuesday Aug. 12th Went this morning on a foraging expedition, As fresh meat was — sent up from Norfolk we did not kill any Bullocks, We captured a couple of small Pigs, Roasting ears of Corn, +c, We procured a few Eggs, Chickens, and Milk, The trip was pleasant, the air salubrious, Nothing could I have enjoyed, had the grass been a little dryer; more, The Wharves and some of the buildings at "City Point" were burnt to-day by the Rebels, I presume they expect us, Gun boat Yankee [Yankee (Side-wheel steamer)] and one or two others shelled the southern shore just above Harrison's landing and below us, No particular issue — from the action, A number of Transports https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/a1e05bebd4de2e25b10ce275ef5a228f.jpg ea594905321c42aa88362988c0ed6120 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-08-12 - 1862-08-18 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001055 PDF Text Text 51 convoyed a number of our troops down the river last night I expect en route for York Town, All McClellan's Army is expected below, and no doubt will go to Yorktown; Thereby change the base, of operation, of the Peninsula — Army, Recd, on board one Contraband, He tell his tale like all the others, This fellow says he left his master to avoid a flogging; The provocation not being sufficiently great to warrant it according to his estimation he thought he would skedaddle, I learned that the plantation from which we foraged has lost some two hundred negroes; They are now with the Army, digging trenches, Saturday Aug 16th For Several days the Army of the Potomac has been leaving "Harrison's landing", and going down "James River", Our entire fource has now left the landing; the last ones left to-day, Their destination is no doubt Slaughter Mountain, [Slaughter Mountain (peak)] or somewhere on or near the Rappahannock, The Mary [Richmond (Ironclad)] is now left to itself; a movement is expected every day, We are all in some Suspense, and hope for a move. Rec'd, on board one more Contraband as he was not very intelligent no important news was gleaned, Monday Aug, 18th Very little news to- day, Some shelling of the rebels by our Gun Boats opposite to Harrison's landing, I pres ume no one was killed, The Rebels are moving around the neighboring hills, and keeping — at us no doubt to glean all they can in reference to the sudden disappearance of the Army, Our foraging for the pres ent is suspended ⸺ https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/9ed8778d8c2a88d57204381385c2351d.jpg a15aadf43933dd23fb2cc4b61d9dfb8c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-08-23 - 1862-08-27 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001056 PDF Text Text 52 Saturday Aug. 23d 1862 — We are still at the Old anchorage near "City Point" Contrab ands continue to Come on board every few days; Generally forward them to the Army, The Commodore [Wilkes, Charles, 1798-1877] is now at the Fortress making preparations to adv- ance upon, "Fort Darling," What the result may be; will be decided upon at the battle, "City Point" Wednesday Aug 27th 1862 Weighed anchor this mor- ning and left "Harrison's Landing," In a short time thereafter, came to anchor at this place — We lay at the junction of the Appomatox and the James Rivers; So that there exists no — possible chance for the Rebels to have any communication with Petersburg [Petersburg (Va.)] by water from Richmond. City Point presents a dilapidated condition, The majority of the buildings ^being entirely destroyed; While all the others appear to have suffered considerable damage — The wharves and warehouses, are demolished, not one individual is to seen; even the negros have left. I cannot see any object gained by this move save stopping any possible comm- unication by the ^water between Richmond and Petersburg. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-08-28 - 1862-08-29 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001057 PDF Text Text 53 Harrison's Landing Thursday Aug, 28th Weighed anchor this morning, and came down to this place After all the men of war had left, And our little Tug boat was getting the small anchors belonging to the "Wachusett" and used in getting the Wachusett clear from us, as she had dragged her anchor during the night; The Rebels came down in large numbers, Cavalry. Infantry, and artillery and attacked the Tug, Soon the "Monitor" and "Southfield" were on the spot, When a general skedaddling commenced among the Rebels, Several housed were destroyed — New-Port News. Friday Aug, 29th Weighed anchor this mor- ning at 11 O'cl'k. And left the landing — The entire "James River Flotilla" came down with us; Leaving the River now to the Rebels — Although our stay up the River has been short when compared with the "Galena" +"Monitor"; Yet we are mighty glad to get once more out of the muddy water — of the James. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-09-01 - 1862-09-07 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001058 PDF Text Text 54 Monday September 1st 1862 Last evening the "Main brace" was spliced, and the order read abolishing the spirit ration for ever in the Navy of the United States, This morning the Galena and a side wheeler went up the river; and returned this evening, Nothing new, and no changes since the withdrawal of the Flotilla from the river. Commodore Wilkes is now at the Roads a short time, previous to his departure with only a portion of his late squadron to the "Potomac", We are again attached to our old Squadron, Wednesday September 3d ⸻ Visited this morning by the Admiral [Semmes, Raphael, 1809-1877], The vessels returned from up the James River; nothing new in that direction, Troops continue embark at this place, Many horses are now on board of Schooners; together with equipage, ready for their departure, Hamptin Roads — Friday Sep, 5th Weighed anchor this mor- ning and left Newport's News, Now making every preparation necessary for our departure for the south, Saturday September 6th At about five O'cl'k this evening we left the Roads, and are now standing to the southward, Fresh breeze, and smooth sea — everything delightful — Sunday Sep. 7th Weather still quite fine our course is as yesterday to the south, Many sails in sight; but as we are out but so short a distance; they are not supposed to be rebels, — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/8112506587248834d508849e7b9c4588.jpg 53ccce39723ea0776340dfaf2afe47c9 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-09-14 - 1862-09-14 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001059 PDF Text Text 55 Nassau, Sunday Sept. 14th ⸻ Arrived at this place this morning early, We are at anchor out side owing to the great amount of Yellow Fever inside, For the last several days of the run we encountered heavy gales, and rough seas making one of the most unpleasant cruises I ever experienced, the vessel — continued nearly all the time wet from the continuous rain squalls; both inside +out — Visited this morning by an English Lieut, — who was acting as Harbor Master — Our sojourn at this Rebel Rendezvous will be short owing to the fever that now — infests the place — There are now at the anchorage both in at out of the harbor quite a number of Steamers +c, many of which are known certainly to try and run the Blockade ⸺ A regular line is now kept up between Chareston S.C. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-09-18 - 1862-09-18 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001060 PDF Text Text 56 "Key West," Thursday Sept, 18th 1862 Came to anchor at this pl- ace early this morning, The news of the place are very heart rending, The yellow fever is raging with great violence; both on shore and on ship board, The "St. Lawrence" [St. Lawrence (Frigate)] has — lost many, — some days losing as many a five within the twenty four hours, Her pay- master is no more, The sail-maker is no more, while some of the other officers are — quite low — All the other men of war (save ourselves) are suffering in the same way, The "San Jacinto" has already gone north with many more cases on board — and the disease much more deeply seated She is now being disinfected, and cleansed — The mortality on shore among the soldiers — is as follows — Out of three hundred and fifty, some sixty (60) have already died — All on shore are despondent, — although the epidemic is slightly falling off they are, yet unable to realize it, It has been Some years since "Key West" has been visited with such a calamity, and so great a loss of life, We have just had news from "Havana" stating that the Yellow fever at that place has entirely left; — This is wonderful for so early in the season; — probably the regular con tamination of the fever has changed; thereby — sending it by some unknown means to the neighboring Islands, We all hope to soon point our prow seaward and leave this pestilential place — The fever here is so bad that the reg- ular mails are stopped in consequence of it ⸻ https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/cc640c9738466304b0b395445d776050.jpg 05da4194233bb3db216ead5114dd378c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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As they always say, when a stranger arrives, there is no fever; at the same time much exists —; particularly among foreigners, Quite a number of steamers are now laying in the harbor, belonging to the would be Confederate government, — Some of them only waiting a favorable opportunity to run the blockade, The feeling in "Havana" appe ars to be divided, many are in favour of the Confederacy; particularly those who came originally from New Orleans — And who are still tinctured with a hue of their real homes, While we say that many secessionists exist here; I can say with equal if not greater force and trooth — that the sympathizers for the Union are very> numerous. The natives, in partic ular, appear to be our friends — To — visit this place seems like old times — the ferry boats plying from one side of the harbor to the other, — together with their familiar names — And the thought of the old "Paseo", [Paseo del Prado (Havana, Cuba)] and the places of amusements, though not sojourning long enough to enjoy them, All of these and many others reminds me of days of yore; before this unnatural war brought the arduous duties upon the Navy, As we only came over for in formation; we are off again, and app- ear to be standing for Key West — Hav ing done all we could under existing adverse circumstances, to contribute to our pleasure we make our exit — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/137b2e91967a6ed112f8344071d342ea.jpg 3ca92743e9a9484e84079686a918a50c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-09-26 - 1862-09-26 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001062 PDF Text Text 58 Off "Cuba" Friday Sept. 26th 1862 We are now on a cruise for the present, while waiting orders from the Commodore, [Wilkes, Charles, 1798-1877] Both yesterday and to-day we have spoken and boarded many vessels — all of which have proved themselves to be in legitimate trade; The morning we boa rded one that at first appeared certain- ly to be a prize, We found that her prin ciple cargo was Cotton, some four hund- red and ten bales, This Brig was a duck- man and had clearance papers showing that she sailed from the mouth of the Rio Grande, and her cargo was from Metamoros in Mexico, [Matamoros (Coahuila, Mexico)] At the same time the Captain of the vessel did not hesitate to say that the Cotton was from Texas, and had been smuggled across the River to the above Mexican port, We brought on board four passengers who were well interrogated by our Captain, One of them an Italian priest. While the others were Germans, naturalized Americans, It app ears from what we could glean from them that a deal of Cotton is smuggled from Brownsville in Texas, across the Rio Grande into Mexico; thence shipped to different parts of the world, They informed us at the time of their leaving; there was but one Company of Rebel Rangers at Browns ville, and found it very hard to subsist; The Confederate script being at such a great discount, "Jeff. Davis Bills" were worth only fourty cents on the Dollar — And in fact the few Confederate soldiers, relied entirely upon the proceeds of smuggled Cotton for their susten ance — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2a2795883dfef777064beba6105861ea.jpg ec151a9426f1d1673993dcd12544a67c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-09-28 - 1862-09-28 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001063 PDF Text Text 59 "Key West" Sunday Sep't, 28th ⸺ Came too at this place after a circuitous way in entering. Nothing of importance occurred since the 26th several vessels we spoke, and some were boarded, no proved contraband so as yet our prize money amounts to nothing, We made a run for the "Moro" [Castillo del Morro (Havana, Cuba)] and then after all hands were sufficient ly disappointed by not going into "Havana" we stood for "Key West" — No news yet of the "Commodore", [Wilkes, Charles, 1798-1877] except that he left the Washington Navy Yard on the 16th inst. for sea, — He certainly must be here soon, We are much gratified to find the Yellow fever entirely gone from the shipping, and nearly all gone from on shore — Many happy hearts there must be now on board the "St. Lawrence"; — When but a few day ago the epidemic was raging with almost unequalled fury, — Now not a case is on board — The only vestige left are a few sallow countenances — who have not yet, though over the fever quite recovered from its reducing effect, Rec'd, quite a large mail upon our arrival — this being the first glad tiding we have received from home since we left the James River. News came from the Norfolk Hospital, from some of the me we lift there sick, Many of them are well; others nearly so. And some I am sorry to record have died. As the days glide by one by one I am impressed more deeply with the fact that our sojourn in this world is uncertain, and short, And all should prepare to die. https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/cb940f00f76cb9563557064a31caf02a.jpg 377705882fe29648bcf4a91098eb8d61 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-09-30 - 1862-09-30 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001064 PDF Text Text 60 Thursday September 30th 1862. Went on shore to day +visited the Hospital where one of the Engin eers is now laying very ill, He had sol- icited the presence of the Captain's Clerk — but owing to certain duty, — or something — else, he could not go — This being the case I repaired to the shore, and rendered all the aid I could to make him comfortable — I wrote for him three letters, to his friends — and one to his mother, stating the exact condition of the case — I alleviated the — condition of the case as much as I could — to his mother, To be consigned to a hosp ital can be better imagined than describe- d — Ones position is not that of being home; — but to the contrary, is placed among those who are constantly among the maimed, halt, +the blind, +must become more or less callous to the Sufferings of the unfortunate; — particularly the nurses, After I had done all I could for him; he seemed very thankful; and said he would like much to be again on board the vessel, I left him with spirits much higher than I had seen him have since he was taken sick, Returned to town and found the boat had gone off to the vessel, Went on board the "Tahoma", [USS Tahoma] had a little tate a tate with her Captain, After which the boat was announced to have re turned from our ship and was wait- ing for me — As it was then too late — to make some purchases which I had intended making — All the stores being closed, I left the pleasant company which I was in, and joined the "Dacotah's" boat — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/ca8e4a3eebbefc7ca2532ed7e83bad2f.jpg 9f6ca164e4b8bc0f28fc4634e4005118 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-10-06 - 1862-10-06 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001065 PDF Text Text 61 "Key West" Monday Oct, 6th 1862 Again back to this port; but not willingly, The Yellow Fever has taken a hold of us; so the dear only knows when we shall get clear of it, Two of the Ass't, Engineers are now down with it; both have had the "Black Vomit," and are now doing well. There are among the crew several sick with the same — One new case only has presented itself to-day — We are now in quarantine, and will remain so until they decide whether we are to go north or go again to sea — No deaths have yet occurred on board, — This may be, but a precursor, to an epidemic on board; — every care should be taken to avert its coming — Reports have been make by our Surgeon advising the departure of the vessel; and her going to a northern port, As the fever is not yet in its worst possible form I think there is some doubt wether our great Mogul [Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865] will take upon him the slight respons- ibility of sending us north, A few weeks now may save the vessel from being un- fit for duty for a number of months — Oh! that we all could be wise enough to do every thing in time; — that we might not reap the fruits of procrastination; which is often — more than the robber of time, While out this last time we spoke and boarded a number of vessels — some bore the appearance of prizes, and others did not, some were loaded with cotton, and others were not, The cotton came from Texas — but their clearance papers shewed they had sailed from Mexican ports — thus prev enting us from capturing them ⸻ https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/3036500e219b24fcd355a906d64e252b.jpg 643bbb4ed115a54bbebfedc8981682bc Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-10-14 - 1862-10-14 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001066 PDF Text Text 62 At Sea Tuesday Oct, 14th 1862 — Left "Key West" to-day, with quite a number of cases of Yellow Fever — on board, Some of them of the most malig noont nature, All the Asst. Enginers; except two down with it. Several of the Firemen +Coolheaves are also sick with the saim disease; thrust, in a measure impairing the efficiency of the Dep't, When we left the fever had just commenced to rage again in the ^most virulent manner — Some case — dying in a few hours after they were taken down, We are now standing to the northward with the view of improving the health of the vessel, Should the epi demic continue, or become worse, we are supposed to continue to a northern Port, +then fumigate the ship, The Yellow fever seems now to rage in almost every point of the Compass, Showing a very great change somewhere, and a most unhealthy condition of the atmosphere — It prevails at "Havana." It prevails at "Nassau" — It prevails at "Hilton Head", It prevails — at "Matanzas" It prevails in "North Car olina" +in fact it prevails almost every– where in this or near this latitude — The fever has again broken out on the Flag Ship; The Admiral [Farragut, David Glasgow, 1801-1870] is now down with it. That vessel has already lost nearly fifty cases from the epidemic — I should think it pretty nearly time for her to go to the north for fumi- gation, thus save many from an — untimely grave — Just before we sailed a schooner came in with several — cases of small-pox on board — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/7da109c87ecd19a50c669c3fd14e0dad.jpg f7f5870276d61320736cfe6da2c33842 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-10-23 - 1862-10-23 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001067 PDF Text Text 63 Quarantine New York Oct. 23d 1862 — We came in here to anchor early this morning. Our pass- age though made in tolerable good — time, yet it was an unpleasant one ⸺ For nearly the entire distance we had — continued head winds. and for several days we had gales ahead, — a portion of the time compelled to lay too, As soon as we got into the cooler latitudes — we found all the worse cases com mencing to convalesce, and are now out of danger — A number of new — cases occurred on the passage; but more of a very bad nature, or at least, the coolness of the atmosphere prevented them from fully developing themselves — Some one as yellow as Saffron Showing what their nature would have been had we remained in the warm climate where the Yellow fever prevailed so — virulently, I had a slight touch of it myself, which might have been one of the worst cases had I have ben taken down south, Many thanks to the far Seeing Surgeon or surgeons who so strenuously urged the departure of our vessel for an other port where — the climate would be congenial, and conducive to the hygienic condition of the vessel — We are quarantined for — forty eight hours; Saturday morning it expires, so we will go up to the Navy Yard and there wait for fur- ther orders from the department, Fumigat ion is certainly necessary to drive the Yellow Fever out, https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/7e52614ae5c4608911ffececeae67dee.jpg b9166b8813075f952b9e49e3ff490db9 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-11-05 - 1862-11-05 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001068 PDF Text Text 64 Navy Yard Nov, 5th 1862 ⸻ We have now com- pleted all our repairs, and are ready for a chase after the "290", Alabama, [Alabama (Screw sloop)] Although not in very good order — we find the emergency of the case Suf ficient to drive us off, After a terrible rush at the Yard we find ourselves Ste aming down the East river towards the powder Magazine, for our powder — Impelled by various telegraph dispatc hes and a picture of the "290" we are off for her, All the officers who had whives, had them in N.Y. — Thinking that we should be detained for several weeks — Much chagrined and disappointed they were obliged to part with them, and once more brave the main, The weather now looks very impropitious, and no dou- bt will give us our usual share of bad weather, which no doubt will be liberal, The late news <s>news</s> of the Pirate having committed so many depredations not far from New York no dout is the reason of our sudden departure —, Before we were entirely clear of the Yard, we were cheered by the crew — of the "North Carolina", [North Carolina (Ship of the line)] They knowing our mission to search for the "290," Our powder being on board at about 8,30 P,m, we steamed down the Bay for sea, All the sick having been re moved from the vessel and their places filled by new recruits, from the "North Carolina", With willing hearts, though with some little regret at leaving N.Y. we are off for a good purpose — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/71a29e496416fe20e296d3aa22494417.jpg a3bd08ba5d858bffb0bd97a6d40e3570 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-11-17 - 1862-11-17 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001069 PDF Text Text 65 North River Monday Nov, 17th 1862 Came to anchor here this Morning, at about 9 o'cl'k; After a tedious cruise of twelve days after the "290," For the first five days out we experienced North easterly gales, and a high rolling Sea — The most uncomfortable weather I ever experienced at sea — it rained ne- arly all the time, making our single deck vessel most unpleasant. For the last seve al days we had a dry northeaster, al though not -so bad as the other it was unpleasant enough — During our cruise we spoke many steamers, barks, brigs +— shooners; but no gleanings could we get of the "290" or any other Privateer, Some of them were frightened to hear such — things were expected to be cruising in our northern waters, We cruised some few miles to the southward of Cape — Hatteras, and then tried to lay to under sail; but the current was so strong that we drifted so much to the eastward that we obliged to couple up again — and steam away, So we steamed the whole time during the cruise — Our Captain, Doctor, and some others have been ill during the entire run brought on no doubt from the inclemency of the weather, we all — we glad to make Cape May light, [Cape May Point Lighthouse (N.J.)] thru Barnegat light, [Barnegat Light (N.J. : Lighthouse)] and much more so to make Neversink, [Navesink Light Station (N.J.)] and Sandy hook — [Sandy Hook Light (Fort Hancock, N.J.)] We expect to have some few days here to cork and do some little repair, to the boilers — after which we will go again, no doubt, in search of th "290" — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/20c4f9496d687b1935c0e29ee196e484.jpg a607ff7aaa47891687002631a2bdc514 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-11-29 - 1862-11-29 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001070 PDF Text Text 66 Hampton Roads — Saturday Nov, 29th 1862, We arrived here this mor- Ning, The run was pleasant, +calm, On the 27th we left New York, in company with the "Passaic", [Passaic (Ironclad)] the weather being propitious, The "Passaic" was hermetically sealed — and ready for a gale; Although she appeared some little like a raft, she certainly looked invulnerable, and just the thing for a fight, During the passage I took particular notice of the manner in which she acted in a sea way, Our experience in the weather line was not very great, for we saw nothing ^but moder ate weather and sea all the way down — here. For the weather we experienced I should say she behaved beautifully; the sea of Course broke over her; so it would over any vessel only a few inches above the water. — Her motion was good raising and falling — easily with the sea; not the slightest roll ing motion was to be seen, Several times during the passage they were obliged to stop and arrange the steering apparatus — it not being entirely completed before the vessel left the Navy Yard, As we were coming into the Roads I noticed the Pass aic's Engines stopped, and steam issuing from every opening about the deck — Upon visiting the vessel this afternoon I learned <s>thay</s> they had blown out several rivets and carried away several stay-bolts, thereby disabling the machinery, and fill ing the place with steam, The fires were hauled of course, and the vessel towed the balance of the ways into the Roads — At the time steam was 24 pounds ⸺ https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/6c81fc389c688949df28107771b7268d.jpg 0c3d4384e91981111c4d8da9c7b0dd32 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-11-30 - 1862-11-30 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001071 PDF Text Text 67 Sunday November 30th ⸻ Early this morning the "Passaic" left here for Washington Navy Yard — towed by two tugs, Upon examination of the boilers they found the damages so great from the explosion, that it would be economising time to go to Washington where they ^can have — things put in order in a short time, We all looked upon her with a feeling of regret; and felt sorry to have so serviceable a craft to leave a duty for which she was intended. Went on shore to-day and had a good run out towards Hampton. Owing to the distance being a little longer than we expected; we came to at a temporary hotel; stopped a short time and then visited the "Fortress," [Fort Monroe (Va.)] Somewhat fatigued from our tramp, we were glad to meet the — sun down boat, and once more get on board. — The Admiral arrived this morning from Wash ington, I learn we are now attached to the "North Atlantic blockading squadron" [United States. Navy. North Atlantic Blockading Squadron (1861-1865)] so — our duty will no doubt, be arduous and unpleasant, Old Point looks about the same as usual; the only material attention here is the <s>the</s> removal of the Hygeia Hotel, This is entirely demolished, all other buildings bear the same old fashioned aspect, The new "Iron sides" [New Ironsides (Ironclad)] is at Newports News, together with the "Monitor", "Galena" +c — One small vessel, is only, at the old anchorage at Norfolk — Whether this is sufficient protection for that place, time will show — Troops are now being sent up towards "Suffolk" in large numbers — Many troops are yet on- board of the transports in the Harbor — waiting for some purpose, we know not for what, https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/bc5f039752029468b533d8e96425659f.jpg 2a4e9b89673c5baa6faffdfb2c8adf9d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-12-10 - 1862-12-10 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001072 PDF Text Text 68 Hampton Roads Wednesday Dec, 10th 1862 Every thing hurly burly as we are getting ready for a departure, Coaling ship, Receiving provisions, and stores, Boats going and coming constantly, Officers leaving and returning, some on private missions and others of different officers, Our dest ination is as yet only a conjecture; but as — we have been directed to have our letters sent to Beaufort; the probability is that we are bound for that place; — and also to Wil- mington N,C, At short time before leaving — in company with the Captain I made a visit to the Admiral on board the steamer Phila — [Philadelphia (Side-wheel steamer)] and exhibited a model of an arrangement for closing embrasures, The idea was suffi- ciently well ^thought of, that the Admiral proposed sending it to the Dep't, It will be sent — at the first opportunity. — Visited the shore for the last time and came on board all night, All the necessary arrangements having been Made, and steam up; we hove up anchor at four (4) P,m, and steamed out of the harbour, The weather looked quite — propitious; excepting the atmosphere was a little misty, — We carry with us one Coast Pilot, and an Ass't. Paymaster; the later is ordered to join the Daylight — [Daylight (Screw steamer)] We are now all on the qui vive to know what we are going to do. We hope for a fight. We have been laying stagnant so long we now begin to wish for an opportunity to shake off our slothfulness and have a real good engagement; it is now believed that we will have an action at Wilmington where all our anxious dispositions will be gratified, https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/3d1bc3ca76a1e96a77e1cac9faaa3664.jpg bd9b6c16a716a87c72187771d5e8ec80 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-12-15 - 1862-12-15 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001073 PDF Text Text 69 Off Wilmington ^N.C. Monday Dec, 15th 1862 ⸻ On the 12th inst. We — arrived at this place, and commenced the duty of blockading this port, Upon — our arrival, the Penobscot left for Beaufort — to coal; her absence will be probably seven or eight days. The movements of the Rebels on shore and at the fort are quite visible — Steamers are plying between the fort and the opposite ^side of the river, and running to various other points on the river, Occasionally they come out side and take, a look, at us; but not with in reach of our guns, If we make any move — they pop back quickly, Small boats are const antly running along the coast in the vicinity of the fort and in the vicinity of Inlets, Several have been ^seen to day, together with one schooner. — Lights are seen every night from several points on shore, some of them are range lights so that blockade runners can go in without any trouble after they make the light, provided they get clear of the numerous vessels that are now blockading here! which is not very probable, — With our guns all run out ready for firing — and steam up; Cable ready for slipping — with all tools ready for it, so in a moment we can be underway, In the distance masts can be frequently seen, as yet all that have been overtaken, proved to be on legitimate duty; loaded with something else but contraband of war — At night, lights are discerned from various Quarters, seaward, many of which are no doubt blockade runners — These lights show but for a moment, as signals to the shore; to ask how things are, and to ascertain whether it would be well for them to come in or whether they should continue on down the coast — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/6b174c62e8312757b1ff5beec27ecba6.jpg 439e2fdd234c8036d1037c25d996e33e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863-01-03 - 1863-01-03 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001074 PDF Text Text 70 At Sea Saturday January 3d 1863, Yesterday while at Beaufort N.C. The — Passaic came in with the bad tidings of the total loss of the Monitor. It appears from what we can glean from those who were on board the Monitor, and those of the Rhode — Island, [Rhode Island (Side-wheel steamer)] together with all who witnessed the the sad catastrophe; that on the 31st of Dec. 1862 ^1 A,m. The Monitor together with the accom panying vessels encountered a severe gale off Ocracock Inlet, N.C, [Ocracoke Inlet (N.C.)] The Monitor sprung a leak just where the upper and iron portion of the vessel joins to the wooden portion, The Surging of the vessel was so great that the — leak soon became so great that the fires in the Boilers were extinguished, Thereby disabling the whole Engineers Dep't. The water continued to increase until they thought it advisable to abandon her, Ropes were thrown out in every direction, and all succeeded in getting safely off, save Two Enginers Two Ensigns and twelve men, They either had not courage to leave the Turret and come down on the deck in the water, or else they disliked to leave the vessel as long as she was afloat, The former is assigned by some to be the reason, The Monitor is said not to have gone down as long as they could see her after leaving her, The night was so dark; the distance they could see was short. The Passaic suffered some and will require some repair, she will be del- ayed here abot two weeks so says the Capt. of her, We started fires this afternoon, and left Beaufort off Wilmington; Where we expect to remain as long as our coal lasts, https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/f3a73e21e01818d0e0d43537a6cc5a4c.jpg 16f70f47ed6e583fd59de82e2a7aea91 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863-02-13 - 1863-02-13 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001075 PDF Text Text 71 "Minnesota" Off Newport News, Friday Feb, 13th 1863 ⸺ On the 25th of last month I was detached from the "Dacotah" and ordered to this vessel, On the 2nd ult, I left Beaufort N,C, on an army trans port, Pocahontas, [Pocahontas (Screw sloop)] drawing three feet of water, Soon after we got out side we encountered very heavy gales which continued until we got to the northward of the Roads, It — was our intention to go the round by the way of New York; but when we got as far as Hog Island [Hog Island (Va.)] we were obliged to put back to the Roads for coal; thus blasting all of our grand expectations, On our way up we saw the "Weehawken" [Weehawken (Monitor)] in a terrible gale she seemed to stand it very well; since we have heard she has arrived all right at her destination. It was certain ly the most disagreeable storm I — ever experienced, I have attended to the different little commissions I have had to perform for my friends and am now regularly installed on board this vessel. My duties have been varied and continuous; Many of the smaller boats of the squadron much out of order, and require constant attention, At general quarters to day, while repelling borders one of the men was shot through the head; the ball com- ing out of his face, by a darkie, Troops are constantly arriving here and landing, It is thought. Gen. Hooker [Hooker, Joseph, 1814-1879] — is going to try Richmond again by the James River. One side or the other — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/a2d3dbe529527a8f74fbae101079b76b.jpg d610fc114167e8826bdf3867b23be8ef Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863-02-20 - 1863-02-20 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001076 PDF Text Text 72 Saturday February 20th On the 9th inst ex amined and reported upon the disabled condition of the tug boat "Violet." [Violet (Tugboat)] On the 14th ex amined an acting Engr [Engineer] for promotion. On the 16th Ex amined the Boilrs and machinery of the "Ceres." [Ceres (Steamboat)--1860-1870.] A few days since was in a survey upon the gun boat "Penobscot" To-day was on survey to ex amine the needed repairs, and iron plating necess- ary for the steamer Valley City. [Valley City (Screw steamer)] Since my arrival here at this past, I have had much to attend to out side of my duty immediately connected with this vessel, On the 14h When my brother reported for duty on the Chocu ra, [Chocura (Screw steam gunboat)] I was so busy that I could not have time to accompany him to Norfolk — on his way. However I succeeded in — getting through this work of Survey and then joined him at Norfolk. At the Atlantic Hotel, [Atlantic Hotel (Norfolk, Va.) (1867-1902)] spent the even, ing with him and saw him in the morning safely on board the boat that was to carry him through the Canal, [Dismal Swamp Canal (N.C. and Va.)] His spirits were good and buoyant, A short quantity of blockading will I think make a change, where he will appreci ate the pleasant times he has had for the last few months at Washington, The "Sangamon" ("Monitor") [Sangamon (Monitor)] arrived here on Sunday last, She relieved the "Nahant" ("Monitor") [Nahant (Ship)] which has gone to sea; no doubt to join the Weehawken, and others south. https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/cd2a6df0292023546a3245770a1c269e.jpg d8c500e8b24a228756e5c55cc882dd74 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863-02-21 - 1863-02-22 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001077 PDF Text Text 73 Saturday Feb, 21st 1863 ⸺ Ex amined two ^acting Engineers for prom otion, Inspected oil on board the Sangamon which had been reported unfit for use. Dined on the Sangamon and then took passage here on the Steamer "Philadelphia." Examined — Steamer "Zouave." [Zouave (Screw steamer)] Visited the "Galena" and inspected her machinery. The executi- ve officer and Engineers of the River boat "Ceres", last evening, refused duty in conse- quence of being ordered to sea, The size and strength of the vessel, together with the condition of the Boiler and mach- inery were the reasons for the step they took, Two of my Engineers were ordered (volunteered) to take charge of the machinery; but just as they were about to leave this vessel in obedience to their instruction; things were reconciled on the "Ceres", When the Ex. Off,r and engineers were allowed to return to their respective duties, Fortunate it was for them, that they <s>she</s> concluded to do their duty instead of standing their chances of a Court Martial. and the extent of law for their — punishment, The Vally City was being towed away by the Mt Washington, [Mount Washington (Sidewheel gunboat)] Sunday Feb, 22nd 1863 ⸺ Weather very unpleasant, raining and blowing all day, Some fear entertained for the safety of the — US.S. "Ceres" which left here yesterday for the sounds, out side, No salute fire, this being the anniversary of Washington's birth day. https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/7ae97fccfc7b09fb8d8f39fde128c726.jpg 021624e9bd84db2226e08d4b403fc06c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863-02-23 - 1863-02-24 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001078 PDF Text Text 74 Monday February 23d 1863 ⸺ The day commenced pleasant — and ended cloudy. Ex amined the — Boilers and machinery of the "Zouave" and Violet, Rec'd. the report of the Engr [Engineer] Of the Mount Washington, and ex amined all reported out of order, Made several requisitions and examined a number for other ships in this squadron. Nothing of much importance has occurred here to day. The steamer from Baltimore has — not arrived for two days in conseq- uence of the bad weather, All are anx ious about the steamer and mail. We expict to have in the morning a large number of letters, and a deal of news — The steamer Valley City has lift the Roads and is being towed to the — Washington N.Yard. No demonst ration was made yesterday, in Celebrating the day, and none have been made to-day, Why it has not been made I cannot tell, Tuesday Feb. 24th 1863 ⸺ A visit to the vessel from Genl Smith; As he was leaving a salute was fired of thirteen guns, the num ber are to his rank, Examined a few official papers; but the duty outside of the ship has been light, Snow storm in the morning; but cleared away in the afternoon; the evening is as fine as one could wish, To-morrow there is to be a grand review of Sixteen thou sand at Newport News, The most of the troops have been here for several day, we expect to see considerable. https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/f217adb3d18fb6b99bcb2a8eaa4f83fc.jpg 6a0242e64a640713e6aa60264fb383c8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863-02-26 - 1863-03-04 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001079 PDF Text Text 75 Thursday Feb 26th 1863 ⸺ Ex amined and reported upon the condition of the Boilers &c. of the "Sacra mento"[Sacramento (Sloop of war)] Reported upon the break down of the tug "Violet," and shall carry her tomorrow to Norfolk for repairs — A Rebel tug appeared this morning in sight, below Days point. Whether this is indication of anything or not I cannot say, Weather changeable and unpleasant ⸻ Saturday February 28th 1863, Well this is the last of winter, and a mighty unpleasant day, it has been, Just returned from the — Portsmouth Navy Yard [Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (U.S.)] with the "Violet" — in complete condition. after a stay of two days and a night The general — appearance of "Norfolk" has altered, much recently, Business has improved consid rably ⸻ My attention was called to some of the ex pressions now used — being a modification of the ensulting remarks used soon after the City of Norfolk was taken. The feeling of the people have certainly changed a little in favor of the Union, Heard that there were now at "Richmond" six Iron-Clads ready to come down and give us a fight, some discredit the news; but time will prove the truthful news, or falsity of it. Tuesday March 4th On a survey on the Delaware [Delaware (Side-wheel steamer)] went to the Navy Yard examined and reported upon a new propeller, made north, for the Young Rover [Young Rover (Bark)] — Made https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2c53776b68c5f4045dd5acecc13a8cc2.jpg 44a866de08c2b21bdbce7958bf264dc6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863-03-04 - 1863-03-14 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001080 PDF Text Text 76 with four blades to trice up when there should have only been two, Sket- ched a design for a musket and — Rifle proof revolving arrangement <s>for</s> for a gun on board the Delaware, Saturd>ay March 6th ⸻ On one survey on the Miani, [Miami (Side-wheel steamer)] Examined the steamer "Zouave" with the view of converting her into a Ram, Rece [Received] last evening many old letters that had been all around in search of me, Ex amined one 1st C. F. [First Class Fireman] for appointment as act'g 3d asst. Engr [Acting Third Assistant Engineer] Weather pleasant in the morning but couded up in the after noon, and rained in the evening. Compled the design of a boilr for a steamr, Saturday March 14th The whole week has been for me a very busy one <s>for me</s>, Yester- day afternoon the "Keokuk" [Keokuk (Ironclad steamer)] Whitney's [Whitney, Charles W. (Charles William), Sr., 1831-1908] Battery or Ram, ^arrived Ordered to survey her; found not- hing the matter with her of any account — It has been thought prudent to fit her Donkey with a branch pipe whereby she can free her bilge in and around the Engine room, Has been ordered to sail in the morning for Port Royal, The appe- arance of the "Keokuk" is that of a ⸺ whale forward and aft; her form and color in this respect fully agree, <s>in this</s> <s>statement</s>, Carrys two 11in guns. Turrets stationary, Gun carriages revolve, The whole thing presents a novel appearance visited Norfolk several time during the week, Miami undergowing slight repairs at the Gosport Navy Yard [Gosport Navy Yard (U.S.)] ⸻ https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/1c769c5fc7d8e0e9e40c04e93bcb41df.jpg 384db391c1333fe29fb76b425aa68b83 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863-03-19 - 1863-03-19 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001081 PDF Text Text 77 Thursday March 19th ⸻ On Monday surveyed the "Com modore Rarney" [Commodore Barney (Ferry)] and the "Genl Putnam" [Putnam (Gunboat)] — On Tuesday surveyed the steamer — "Camridge", [Cambridge (Steamer)] Yesterday another pecu liar ram arrived and now lays nearly submerged near the shore. Sent in on the 17th the tracings of a drawing for the new boiler of the "Zouave", The Tug "Coh asset" [Cohasset (Tugboat)] came down from Washington N,Y, With her new boiler on board all right ⸺ The "Juniata" [Juniata (Screw sloop)] came into the roads on Tues Day, Last Evening a party and colation [collation] was given on board the City of Hudson [City of Hudson (Dispatch boat)] — by Genl H⸻ as the dancing master An invitation was sent to the Admiral and officers. A small delegation atten ded from this vessel; but came back — a little dissatisfied, although well receiv ed, some present were tight and others were vulgar and rough, The ladies drank plenty of Champagne, and were freer in atten dance — While the "Keokuk" was leaving the Roads on Tuesday she ran afoul of a channel buoy and fouled her propeller — that is one of them, — she now lays on our quarter working hard to disentangle the chain attached to the Can, Went on board this evening put three men there from this vessel to work all night to effect if possible the separ- ation of the chain from the buoy, when the propeller can be cleared easily — Hailing and snowing all day with out ceasing — The most disagreeable weather I have seen all winter, The "Flor ida" [Florida (Side-wheel steamer)] arrived to day — https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/e9e4e57f80af9f0313bacc98f9a6a12b.jpg b7470ec834d4001a8d132346e109dd93 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863-03-21 - 1863-03-28 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001082 PDF Text Text 78 Saturday March 21st ⸻ Just returned from the "Keokuk" after have witnessed the clearing of the propeller fouled, Up all last night at the Gosport Navy Yard, Making arr- angement for clearing propeller — Came down at 9 A,m, To the "Keokuk", Troops leaving Newports News, in steamers, some — Ocean — Friday March 27th Yesterday surveyed the "Wyandotte" [Wyandotte (Gunboat)] +, Sumpter; [Sumpter (Steamer)] today surveyed the USS "Juniata," her departure from here — on Wednesday was premature, The "Violet" sailed for the southward; — fortune no doubt will betide her in the prize line. Returned on Thurs day with one suit of armor from Ba ltimore. Recommended several for the appointment of Asst Engr in the Service. Examined yesterday James Trick [Trick, James Penhorwood, 1830-] Quarter Gunner as to his capa bilities and knowledge of diving, and the submarine apparatus, Saturday March 28th The Massachusetts [Massachusetts (Iron screw steamer)] came in from Port Royal with the news from that place, Had on board several ladies to see the vessel, among them was Mrs McClellan. [McClellan, Mary Ellen Marcy, 1835-1915] Rainy all day; but brave for the six they came to cheer the spirits of incarcerated wretches, and to make the decks of the old "Min- nesota" reverberate with the melody of civilization, and the sounds of sweet voices, and agreeable socia bility, https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/a4a0c1989008ded4ff8803c8d243ffaf.jpg 40661558025ca566000c075f06649e54 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001083 PDF Text Text January 1863 THE REVOLVING TOWER AND ITS INVENTOR. 241 <hr />  <table> <tbody> <tr> <th>Column 1</th> <th>Column 2</th> </tr> <tr> <td>THE REVOLVING TOWER AND ITS INVENTOR.   [Line drawing of the revolving tower]   FIRST MODEL OF THE REVOLVING TOWER, 1841.   1. The Lookout, or Central Turret.—2. The Revolving Tower, with two tiers of Guns.—3. The Foundation.   SINCE the day when the Monitor engaged the Merrimac in Hampton Roads it has been acknowledged that in the Revolving Tower a new and powerful element has been introduced into naval warfare. We propose in this paper to give the history of the origin and progress of this invention; to show that only a small por- tion of its capabilities have been brought into actual use; and that, as developed in the mind of its inventor, it will not only render practical- ly useless the ponderous iron-clad vessels which the French and English are constructing at such enormous cost, but will also make all of our great harbors absolutely impregnable to the com- bined navies of the world. The inventor of the Revolving Tower, as we shall show from unim- peachable documentary evidence, is THEODORE R. TIMBY, an American citizen, a native of the State of New York. ITS INVENTOR.   [Line drawing of a white man in profile from the shoulder up. He has slightly curly hair, a receding hairline and is wearing a coat and tie.]   THEODORE B. TIMBY.   The Washington dispatch to the New York Associated Press, of October 1, 1862, contained the following paragraph :</td> <td>"Mr. Timby has the broad patent from the United States for a revolving tower for land and water fortifications. This is acknowledged to be a great national invention, and is fully awarded to American genius and industry."   The idea of a revolving tower for stationary and floating fortresses was conceived by Mr. Timby when a mere boy. His first actual model was completed in July, 1841, he being then nineteen years old. This model, an engraving of which appears at the head of this article, is before us as we write. If is of ivory, about four inches in height and nine or ten in cir- cumference. It contains the germs of the whole invention; not merely of those parts which have been applied in the "Monitors" already built, but embracing other principles of still higher importance which are more fully developed in the towers which are to be described. Mr. Timby files his first caveat and specifica- tions in the United States Patent Office on the 18th of January 1843. These specifications were for "a revolving metallic tower, and for a revolving tower for a floating battery to be pro- pelled by steam." This document thus placed on official record, shows beyond all possibility of cavil that more than twenty years ago Mr. Timby had not only conceived the general idea of a re- volving gun-tower, but had brought it into prac- tical form, and laid public legal claim to his in- vention—a claim which has never been abandon- ed or legally contested; and which, as will be shown, has been at last fully secured. This official record of the invention, it will be ob- served, antedates by many years any claim ad- vanced by any other person. No man living, as far as we are aware, has ever pretended to have even thought of the thing until long after Mr. Timby had published it to the world, and had publicly exhibited a complete working model on a large scale. He had meanwhile, during the winter of 1842-3, been busily engaged in the con- struction of a large iron-clad model, seven feet in diameter. This was built at Syracuse, New York, at a cost of several thousand dollars. Many men who were then residents of that place remember the fair-haired young man who was building an iron revolving fortress. This model was completed early in the spring, and was taken to New York for exhibition. It was shown on the 13th of June, 1843, in the Governor's room in the City Hall, to President Tyler and his Cabinet, who were then on their way to attend the celebration of the completion of the Bunker Hill Monument. It was before and afterwards publicly exhibited in New York and also in other places. It was noticed and described at con- siderable length, and with more or less correct- ness, in the various newspapers of the day, some- times with and sometimes without mention of the name of the inventor. The following is a portion of an article which appeared in the New York Herald of June 7, 1843 :   "REVOLVING STEAM BATTERY.—We yesterday visited the performance of a new instrument of warfare, or rather an old instrument on a new principle. It was a fort con- taining one hundred guns, in four rows or tiers of twenty-</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/479afe582a5f2f999bf2003972ac341d.jpg 61188f86a43a49a2b7c2ccecd481ca83 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001084 PDF Text Text 242 HARPER'S NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE.<hr />  <table> <tbody> <tr> <th>Column 1</th> <th>Column 2</th> </tr> <tr> <td>five guns each. The whole frame, weighing one ton, was moved round in a circle by two steam engines of one-horse power, and as fast as each gun came round to bear upon a certain point it was discharged, the revolution being regu- lated so as to allow sufficient time to load after discharg- ing before the gun came round to the place of firing. The whole arrangement was pronounced by several military gentlemen who were present to be perfect so far as this experiment was concerned; but as to the success of the principle on a large scale, some doubt was expressed. . . . . Should the plan succeed on an extended scale, it would be one of the most tremendous and effective engines of de- fense ever invented."   The New York Evening Post of the same date (June 7, 1843) says: "On the corner of Greenwich and Liberty streets there is a model of a battery, which is of a novel and destructive character. It is erected in a circular form, and presents four tiers of guns. The plan of the battery is, indeed, sim- ilar to any other of that form. The important difference conists in the manner by which its armament is brought to bear upon an object. For this purpose it is made to re- volve upon its centre, and if this revolution is performed in one minute and the armament comprises a hundred guns, each one of them may in that period of time be dis- charged at the object. In no other way can so great a number of guns be brough to bear upon an object in so short a time. It is designed to put this in practive by erect- ing a circular fort of 50 or 100 feet in diameter, of plates of wrought iron. By means of steam power under ground, which shall cause it to revolve on its centre, all the guns of this fort will be brought to bear at each revolution on a given object." These contemporary records, to which many more might be added, are abundant evidence of the publicity which was given to the invention. Mr. Timby continued still further to develop his idea, constructed several new models, and filed additional specifications in the Patent Office. He pressed the adoption of the plan upton Gov- ernment year after year, but with no success. Its practicability was not denied; but it was said that it was unnecessary. Our existing fortifica- tions, it was affirmed, were all that could be de- sired, and far more that were needed; the forts which guarded our harbors were garrisoned by a corporal's guard and tenanted only by bats. In 1856 he visited France, and laid his inven- tion before the French Government, but without success. At length in July, 1848, he succeeded in securing a favorable report to Mr. Marcy, then Secretary of War, from Jefferson Davis, D. L. Yulee, F. H. Elmore, and Dixon H. Lewis, then United States Senators, and Colonel Bum- ord, Chief of the Ordnance Bureau; but no- thing was then done in the matter. At the outbreak of the rebellion in 1861, Mr. Timby sprang at once to the development and practical application of his favorite engine of war—or rather of peace, for ever addition to the destructive power of engines of war is really a new guarantee for peace. He soon produced his fifth model, embodying all the improvements which he had made during the eighteen years which had passed since the date of his first caveat. This was exhibited to Governors Sprague of Rhode Island, and Washburn of Maine, and soon after at the Treasury Department in Washing- ton to the heads of the Departments, members of Congress, foreign Ministers, and officers of the Army and Navy. There was now no doubt</td> <td>of the necessity of additional harbor defenses, and the practical utility of revolving batteries was no longer a matter of speculation. The records of the Patent Office showed that Mr. Timby was the sole and absolute inventor of this, and that from the first he had continually kept his claim aliver. His right to a patent was there- fore incontrovertible, and he received one from the United States, covering the broad claim "For a Revolving Tower for offensive and defensive warfare whether used on land or water." Several subsidiary patents cover also the various special appliances which give increased value to the general principle. Meanwhile the Monitorhad been built, and contracts were made with an association of lead- ing capitalists and constructors for building other vessels of the same general construction. Mr. Timby's claim to the invention of the turret was brought before them. They acted like men of sense and honor. They acknowledged the valid- ity and worth of his claim, and at once entered upon negotiations with him. The result was that there was secured to him what he considered a fair and just remuneration for the labor of the twenty long years which he had devoted to the perfection of his invention. He receives his due share for the construction of every vessel of our mighty turret fleet, and for every one of the re- volving armed towers which will, we hope, soon protect our great harbors from Portland to San Francisco. The world is full of cases where men whose inventions hav conferred lasting benefits upon mankind have toiled in want and poverty, while princely fortunes hav ebeen accu- mulated from them by others; or, if at last they have received any adequate reward, it came too late for them to enjoy it. The inventor of the Revolving Tower forms an exception to this. In the very prime of manhood he has secured a compensation not enormous indeed, when com- pared with the sums which we are told have been amassed in a few months by "army con- tractors" and "purchasing agents," but amply satisfactory to him. It is pleasant to be able to put upon record his own words: "All my rela- tions with the contractors for building the Moni- tors, represented by Hon. John A. Griswold, have been entirely satisfactory. They have acted throughout, and in every respect, with the most entire good faith and honor." Having thus given the origin and history of the invention, we propose to describe the "Re- volving Tower," both for land and water, as arranged by Mr. Timby. We shall commence with that designed for land—this being on the whole more simple, though the leading princi- ples are common to both. The illustration on page 246 presents an ex- ternal view of such a structure. It consists, to the eye, of an iron-plated tower, with a dome- shaped roof, resting upon a foundation of mason- ry, and pierced for two tiers of guns. The foun- dation is also provided with casemated guns, as shown in the illustration. These, however, form no part of the tower proper, though they consti-</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/6a5baab112008937ab855f38109278fb.jpg dafa353ccc301824683f17a296e8609d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001085 PDF Text Text THE REVOLVING TOWER AND ITS INVENTOR. 243 <hr />  <table> <tbody> <tr> <th>Column 1</th> <th>Column 2</th> </tr> <tr> <td>tute a valuable adjunct for all works designed to defend important points. This tower is supposed to be 100 feet in diameter, and to carry sixty guns, thirty in each tier. In the centre, under the dome, rises a turret,* which, as will be shown, forms one of the most essential parts of the structure. The illustration on the following page pre- sents a sectional view of the whole structure, cut down through the centre of tower, turret, and foundation, the nearer half being supposed to be revolved so as to show the interior con- struction and the arrangement of every part. K is the dome; and A A represent the circu- lar walls of the tower. It will be observed that there are two of these circles, one within the other. The small inner one is not, as might be supposed at first view, a part of the turret, which does not reach below the roof of the tower. These walls, in a land fortress, may be of any required thickness. If one foot is not sufficient they may be two, or three, or five, if required. The increase of weight, which is so important in a floating batter, is here of no practical consequence. This tower revolves upon friction rollers (G G), by means of a steam- engine below and beyond the foundations of the fort. It is proposed that it shall be made to revolve once in a minute, thus bringing every one of the guns to bear upon any point in that space of time. At first thought it would seem impossible to make such a ponderous mass revolve with what appears so great ve- locity. This objection was, in fact, urged by the writer in the Evening Post, already quoted, against the first model exhibited in 1843. This without carefully examining the premises. A tower 100 feet in diameter has a circumference of about 314 feet. At the rate of revolution proposed it would move 314 feet in a minute, or 18,840 feet, or a little more than three and a half miles, an hour: just about a man's moder- ate walking gait. There would not be the slightest difficulty in giving the tower twice this rate of motion if it were desirable. The force required to effect the revolution is much less than might be imagined. Upon an ordinary railroad "turn-table" one man easily turns a weight of 200 tons. It has been calculated that an engine of 50-horse power would be sufficient to revolve the 100-foot turret with all its arma- ment. This minimum will not, of course, be adopted. It is proposed to use an engine of 250-horse power for this and other purposes. This is much smaller than the marine engines used on steamers, which vary from 300 to 1200 horse pow- er. C C represent the gun-platforms, with the gun-carriages and guns, each looking grimly out from its own port-hole. These gun-carriages all radiate from a common centre to the circumfer- ence, like the spokes of a wheel. Indeed, if the tower were cut off level with the gun-patform a   <hr />  * The word "tower" will always be used to denote the exterior part, while "turret" will designate the central elevation.</td> <td>carriage-wheel would represent the section: the tire would stand for the outer wall, the spokes for the gun-carriages, the hub for the inner wall, and the hole for the axle, an opening left for a very important purpose, connected with the cen- tral turret. This turret (B) is the head holding the brain of the whole structure. It rests upon and re- volves by means of the shaft b b, extending through the whole length of the tower. The turret revolves independently of the tower, and not by means of the steam-engine. In it the commander is stationed during action. There is a narrow opening through which, with a theodolite or telescope fixed upon a stand, he keeps watch upon the object of attack. At his hand is a wheel connected with the central shaft by proper rods and gearing, so delicately adjusted that the strength of an infant can turn it with the turret which rests upon it. Close by are a series of handles connected with signals to all the officers below. By turning this surret he keeps the telescope pointed always straight at the object aimed at. If it moves he follows it precisely as a sharp-shooter with his telescopic rifle follows the course of a moving object until he is ready to fire. Now as the tower revolves around the turret each gun in its turn is for an instant brought at every recolution directly in a vertical line with the telescipe, and if the gun were discharged at that precise intant the ball would go straight to its mark. Provision is made for doing this with unerring certainty. Under the floor of the turret is a galvanic bat- tery with a main conductor so arranged that at the very instant when the gun comes in a line with the telescope the connection is formed. Conducting-wires pass from this main conductor to each gun of the whole battery. When the connection is formed the electric spark passes with the speed of thought along the wires, ig- nites the priming fuse, and each gun in its turn is discharged at the instant it falls under the ver- tical line of the telescope, and without the possi- bility of mistake. The illustration shows clear- ly the whole of these inner arrangements: the telescope, wheel, and signals in the dome, the main conductor, or "circuit-closer" on the left, and the revolving gearinbg on the right of the shaft, and the conducting wires passing to each gun. By means of a micrometer attached to the telescope the distance of the object is ascer- tained at once; a signal to the officer of each gun directs him to evevate or depress the piece so as to secure the proper range. The gunners, it will be seen, have nothing to do but to load their pieces, run them to the port- holes, and place the fuse in the vent. They work in absolute safety in their iron-clad tower; the commander, alike safe in his mailed turret, does all the aiming and sighting, not of a single gun merely, but of all the sixty that compose the battery at the same instant. The precision of the aim is even greater than that of a sharp- shooter with his telescipic rifle, for it depends not at all upon the firmness of hand of the</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/0d3679bb67184e080f39e07530bfa812.jpg c5f485654dc7ca2f26e69c6a4a0bc535 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001086 PDF Text Text 244 HARPER'S NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE.   <hr />  [Line drawing of the revolving tower in cross section.]   VERTICAL SECTION OF REVOLVING TOWER. A, A, Exterior and interior walls of the Tower, with dome-shaped roof, K, revolving by the gearing F, upon the friction rollers G, G.—C, C, Artillery Platforms, with guns mounted upon their carriages, which radiate from the common centre.—B The Central Turret, revolving, independently of the Tower, pon the shaft b, b, by means of the rod and gearing D; on the left of the shaft is seen the circuit-closer, forming the connection between the gal- vanic battery and the conducting chains passing to each gun.—E, E, E Ventilators.—H, H, Casemates, with guns, independent of the Revolving Tower.—I, I, Walls of subterraneous foundation for the Tower, forming chambers for stores and munitions. https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/312932e56e96973cf212387467ba0b3f.jpg 93e195fe78c85baac00874cdf6675d45 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001087 PDF Text Text THE REVOLVING TOWER AND ITS INVENTOR. 245 <hr />  <table> <tbody> <tr> <th>Column 1</th> <th>Column 2</th> </tr> <tr> <td>marksmen, but only upon the accuracy of his might and coolness of his judgement. If a cannon-ball traveled with the same accuracy as a rifle bullet, a single man might be picked off with a 400-pound shot aimed at a mile's distance from this turret as certainly as he could be by a sharp-shooter with his telescopic rifle. This perfect accuracy of flight is perhaps not attaina- ble; but assuming the extreme accurate range of a cannon-ball to be two miles, there is no reason to question that a ship could be hit at that distance by every shot. The importance of this perfect accuracy of aim is shown by the fact that not one shot in a hundred fired in the usual manner at long range from a stationary battery at a vessel in motion ever hits it. Last year one bank of the Potomac for miles was fair- ly lined with rebel batteries; yet the blockade was run with impunity by steamers of every class; and one could easily count upon his fin- gers every recorded instance in which a vessel was hit. The recent experiments on the Passaic de- monstrate that there is no limit to the size of the guns which may be fired within a tower. The 15-inch guns, carrying a round shot of 425 pounds, were discharged without the slightest damage to the tower or injury to the men with- in it. The effect of a fire of heavy shot against a solid object, like a fortification or an iron-clad vessel, depends greatly upon its rapidity. Ten shots striking any point in as many seconds will produce a greater effect than a hundred in ten hours. Now a tower of 60 guns revolving once a minute will deliver its whole fire upon any point every minute ⸺ that is, it will give a shot every second; and as it is found by ex- periment that one minute is ample time for load- ing a gun, and as not an instant is lost in aim- ing or firing, this rate may be kept up for any length of time. But the commander is not obliged to use his whole force. Sitting in his turret, and watching the fight, he can by a sig- nal direct the tower to revolve more slowly or to stop altogether; or by another signal he may or- der the gunners not to put the fuse into the vents of any gun or number of guns. In this case no discharge takes place when the gun comes round under the telescope. Thus the whole battery of 60 guns is absolutely under the control of a single man seated quietly in his turret above the tumult of battle. We have called this turret the brain of the structure; carrying out the figure, the shaft, with its moving apparatus and circuit-closer, is the spinal cord; the conducting-wires running to the guns are the nerves; the tower is the trunk; the gun-carriages and guns are the arms and hands ready to fling their ponderous mis- siles, and the steam-engine below is the legs, bearing the huge iron warrior to the point of assault. In the illustration E E are ventilators, for carrying off the smoke and foul air from the for- tress. A strong current of air from beneath is forced up by the steam-engine, keeping the at-</td> <td>mosphere within pure and wholesome. This is a most essential provision. In an ordinary for- tress, after a breif firing, the air in the case- mates becomes so foul, smoky, and heated as to be almost incapable of respiration. Thus at Sumter our brave men, while absolutely un- harmed by the balls from the enemy, almost perished from heat and suffocation in the nar- row casemates. The magazine, stores, and re- volving apparatus are contained in subterranean chambers arranged for their reception in the massive work which forms the foundation of the revolving tower. This may be either of masonry or of iron, though all recent experiments go to show that the latter is preferable. In the plan it is provided with a tier of casemated guns. As far as land fortification is concerned, the main application of the Revolving Tower is for the defense of harbors and sea-ports. These are the vital points of attack. A single vessel of war, once within range of a great city, holds it at mercy. No matter—or rather so much the worse—how strongly it is garrisoned, it is abso- lutely helpless. It has no more means of reach- ing its enemy than an elephant has of attacking a shark. The first gun-boat which, passing forts St. Philip and Jackson, lay off the levée at New Orleans, virtually captured the Crescent City. If a solitary vessel of the allied fleet could have passed the forts at Cronstadt, the Russian capital must have surrendered or been destroyed. A single hostile war-steamer which should run the gauntlet of the Narrows and islands, and enter the harbor of New York could impose its own terms on the metropolis. The capture of New Orleans shows how little power our fortresses have to obstruct the passage of even ordinary steamers. The range of stationary guns is so small, and their aim is so uncertain, that it is a matter of chance if a passing vessel is hit at all. At most the danger lasts but a few minutes. But when the attack is made by iron-clad steamers, the peril to a city is fearfully increased. We think we are fully justified in the opinion that the Passaic or the Ironsides, the Warrior or La Gloire could enter the harbor of New York unharmed in spite of all the fortifications which defend it. Some new mode of defense, answer- ing to the increased powers of offense created within a few years is clearly demanded. This we believe is to be found in the Revolving Tur- ret. The method of its application to the har- bor of New York, as arranged by Mr. Timby, is fully shown in the following illustration. With necessary modifications it is available for every one of our great ports, from Portland to San Francisco. The "Narrows" is supposed to be the point of defense. This passage is about one-third of a mile wide. From each shore a dock would be built, upon which will be erected a tower and fortress such as has been described; and another upon an artificial foundation in the middle. A hostile vessel or fleet seeking to en- ter the harbor would be exposed from the mo- ment it came within range, at every foot of its</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/be08c1f148c6bb45c8f93b9ae33a942c.jpg a5b844407cc068bb2e51b989e052d43f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001088 PDF Text Text 246 HARPER'S NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE. <hr />  [Line drawing of a seascape. A two-masted ship is in the distance near the horizon. In the foreground is a line of revolving tower gun emplacements connected by chains that run down into the water between them. Each has a United States flag atop it.]   CORDON OF REVOLVING TOWERS AND CHAINS FOR HARBOR DEFENSE, AS ARRANGED BY MR. TIMBY. https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/3235887572440c9c35c85e9af1be4fcf.jpg 56f2bf9ae8c0d71a1cc071450ad3db18 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001089 PDF Text Text THE REVOLVING TOWER AND ITS INVENTOR. 247 <hr />  <table> <tbody> <tr> <th>Column 1</th> <th>Column 2</th> </tr> <tr> <td>advance to the concentrated fire of these three forts, amounting to 180 guns a minute, deliv- ered with an accuracy hitherto unknown in warfare. We believe that no vessel of ordinary model which ever floated upon the waters, from the day when the ark overrode a drowned world down to that on which the last iron-clad was launched from English or French docks, could sustain for a quarter of an hour such a fusillade. The ponderous European mailed ships, with their lofty sides and many vulnerable points, would lie in fragments at the bottom long before they could pass the terrible antagonists stationed to bar their way. The onloy assailant which would be something like our own Monitors or the floating batteries constructing in Europe, lying low in the water, and presenting scarcely a tangible mark at long range. Such a vessel might, perhaps, sustain the fire to which it would be exposed for the half hour during which it would be within range of the guns of the towers; but even such a vessel, if detained at point-blank range, could not long withstand the continuous fire of these fortresses. Provision has been made, in the cordon of forts designed by Mr. Timby, for even this con- tingency. Across the throat of the harbor, from fort to fort, will be placed a series of massive iron chains, attached to windlasses moved by the steam-engines in the forts. These chains during peace lie quietly upon the botton, offer- ing no obstruction to the passage. But when the approach of an enemy renders it desirable to close the harbor they are drawn up by the windlass to such a deflection as to prevent the passage of a vessel. They are not drawn "taut," for in that case a great part of their strength would be exhausted in maintaining the tension; but they hang swaying in the water. The most powerful steamer striking them would only swing them back , while its momentum would be checked and destroyed. The assailant would then lie helpless at point-blank range under the</td> <td>concentric fire of two forts, each capable of deliv- ering a shot every second; and between these he must pass in order to reach his object. There is no limit to the size of the guns which may be used. Those of 20-inch calibre, already under contract, could be employed here if desired. The question between guns and armor, as heretofore applied to vesels, may be considered an open one; though we have yet to learn that any shot has been found, even when fired under the most favorable circumstances, to be effective against a shield equivalent to the armor or tow- ers of the Passaic or Montauk. But granting that this might be pierced or shattered, there is no limit to the thickness which may be given to the walls of a revolving land tower, short of its absolute crushing weight upon the iron or steel rollers upon wqhich it revolves; whereas, sooner or later, there must be a limit beyond which the weight and velocity of shot can not go. That such a tower as has been described would be impregnable to direct assault or escalade needs no demonstration. If cannon-balls could not force their way into it, human beings certainly would not be able to do so. It could only be reduced by famine. If any one will study the charts of our great harbors, he will see that ev- ery one of them has a narrow entrance which could be effectually guarded by such a cordon of forts. The cost of such structures would certainly be great; but without pretending to have gone into any detailed calculation, we are confident that a mere inspection of the general plan is quite sufficient to show that it must be far less than that of fortifications upon the ususal plan, while their efficiency would be immeasurable greater. A single hostlie vessel, once within range of New York, Boston, Philadelphia, or San Francisco, could in an hour cost us more than would be required to build all the forts re- quires for their perfect defense. The plan for a Revolving Tower for vessels, as arranged by the inventor, is in all essential</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>   [Line drawing of a revolving tower battery built upon a naval hull, shown in cross section. The revolving tower has a short bottom layer with gears, a central floor with cannons aimed out ports and connected to the central hub via dotted lines. A top layer above the central hub depicts a person looking out a long mounted telescope with a wheel that conntects to the gear system on the lowest level.]   SECTION OF HULL AND NAVAL TOWER. https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/826e4edd010f6ac80058e3f5cd4fc576.jpg 8b988edf8684ca01b97e73d6946c9999 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context patst083001090 PDF Text Text 248 HARPER'S NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE. <hr />  <table> <tbody> <tr> <th>Column 1</th> <th>Column 2</th> </tr> <tr> <td>respects the same as that for those to be built upon land. The only modifications are those imposed by the fact that there is a limit to the sizew and weight of a tower to be borne by a vessel. The problem is to dispose of this prac- ticable size and weight to the best advantage. We give a sectional view of the design for such a tower for a vessel. Essentially it corresponds with that which has been given of the land tower. The general structure, mode of sight- ing, and discharge, and the internal arrange- ments are the same. This tower is supposed to be forty feet in diameter, and to be armed with a single tier of six guns instead of the two with which all of our Monitors are furnished. Sup- posing, as heretofore, that the tower revolves once in a minute, the fire of a vessel provided with such a tower would be six shots in a min- ute, delivered infallibly upon any desired point. This is demonstrably a greater effective fire than can be given by any vessel heretofore built. The absurdity of placing two or more revolving towers upon any vessel scarcely needs to be pointed out. The essential idea of the revolv- ing tower is that every gun commands every point of the circle. If there are two or more towers each cuts off a part of the range of the other. In our present turrets, with two guns side by side, fully four-fifths are useless for pur- poses of offense, since not a shot is given from four parts out of five of the circumference. It may be demonstrated that the effective fire of a single tower of four guns is double that of two towers of two guns each, while the cost, weight, and motive power would be much less. The true principle is that indicated in the plan of Mr. Timby. Give the tower sufficient diameter to afford space for a continuous tier of guns clear around its circumference, every part of which will thus be made equally effective. Whether there shall be four, ten, or twenty guns must be decided upon special grounds for each vessel.</td> <td>To one point in this diagram of a floating tower special attention must be called. It rises only two-thirds of its height above the deck. In our Monitors the whole tower of nine or ten feet in height stands above deck. This height is necessary to give space for the working of the guns; but every foot in height and every ton of weight placed above the line of flotation increases the vulnerability and diminishes the sea-worthi- ness of the vessel. The height of the tower above deck needs only to be sufficient to allow the port-holes to be high enough to give the re- quired vertical range. The gun-carriages may as well be below the level of deck as above it. Thus of the nine feet required for the height of the tower three may be below deck. The chances of the tower being hit are diminished just one- third; and, moreover, its absolute weight may be a full quarter less without at all lessen- ing its security; for that part of it below deck will be shielded by the side armor of the vessel, and consequently may be made comparatively light. This sectional view also suggests a novel mode of constructing the side armor of a vessel, which will be readily understood by any mechanic. In the Monitors the sides of the armed upper hull are perpendicular. In this plan they present an ovoid surface. It lies beyond the scope of this paper to enter upon a discussion of this point. Our object has been to show that the Revolving Gun-Twoer, conjoined, as it always has been in the mind of its inventor, with the apparatus for aiming and firing, multiplies al- most indefinitely the effective power of artillery for defensive and offensive purposes; that it will do for cannon precisely what the invention of printing has done for the art of writing. If we have succeeded in showing this, we need add no words to commend the matter to the immediate consideration of the American People and Gov- ernment.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>   <hr />  THE SMALL HOUSE AT ALLINGTON.   <table> <tbody> <tr> <th>Column 1</th> <th>Column 2</th> </tr> <tr> <td>CHAPTER IX.   MRS. DALE'S LITTLE PARTY.   THE next day was the day of the party. Not a word more was said on that evening be- tween Bell and her cousin, at least not a word more of any particular note; and when Crosbie suggested to his friend on the following morning that they should both step down and see how the preparations were getting on at the Small House, Bernard declined. "You forget, my dear fellow, that I'm not in love as you are," said he. "But I thought you were," said Crosbie. "No; not at all as you are. You are an ac- cepted lover, and will be allowed to do any thing —whip the creams, and tune the piano, if you know how. I'm only a half sort of lover, medi- tating a mariage de convenance to oblige an</td> <td>uncle, and by no means required by the terms of my agreement to undergo a very rigid amount of drill. Your position is just the reverse." In saying all which Captain Dale was no doubt very false; but if falseness can be forgiven in that which he then filled. So Crosbie went down to the Small House alone. "Dale wouldn't come," said he, speaking to the three ladies together. "I suppose he's keep- ing himself up for the dance on the lawn." "I hope he will be here in the evening," said Mrs. Dale. But Bell said never a word. She had determined that, under the existing circum- stances, it would be only fair to her cousin that his offer and her answer to it should be kept secret. She knew why Bernard did not come across from the Great House with his friend, but she said nothing of her knowledge. Lily looked</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/d9745e93ae3c422cdbc26a3ebbf4f4a3.jpg 3a8aecfd0dfddbdfc330d8c3e182c78c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Viewer Select which type of viewer is needed for the files PDF Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Philip G. Peltz Journal, 1862-1863 (Ms2022-090) Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Diaries. United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865 United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Diaries. United States--Navy--History--Civil War, 1861-1865 Dacotah (Sloop) Minnesota (Steam frigate) Description An account of the resource This collection contains the journal of Philip G. Peltz during his time as Chief Engineer aboard the U.S.S. Dacotah and the beginning of his time as Chief Engineer aboard the U.S.S. Minnesota during the American Civil War. It also includes a typed, bound transcription of the journal. Peltz wrote about his experiences aboard ship in 1862 and 1863, including the destruction of the U.S.S. Merrimack, his experience with yellow fever, and encounters with people escaping enslavement who sought out the Union Army. He mentions his brother Samuel twice in the journal. First, noting Samuel's commission in the Union Navy as an Assistant Surgeon on 22 August 1862; and second, when his brother reported for duty aboard the U.S.S. Chocura on 14 February 1863. Samuel was later transferred in 1864 to the U.S.S. Patapsco and drowned when that ship hit a mine in Charleston Harbor (South Carolina) on 15 January 1865. Of the destruction of the first U.S.S. Merrimack, Peltz wrote, "Soon the flames spread over her entire length enshrouding her in one sheet of fire, The fire and smoke came pouring out of the smoke pipe greater than from a Cupola . . . At 4.34 A.m. the entire mass of flame, a great portion of her Iron Sheathing, +c, were seen to ascend high into the heavens, Presenting one of the most Magnificent pyrotechnical views I ever beheld," Regarding encounters with formerly enslaved people, Peltz wrote, "We have taken on board several Contrabands who came down to the beach and begged to be taken on board, Sometimes they would be possessed with passes from their [enslavers] . . . When these fellows were closely interrogated as to what their motives were in running off they only seemed to think that their condition could not be any wosser (worse) so they would try it anyhow, some lift their wives and families behind in their eagerness to leave their state of bondage." 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Title A name given to the resource Letter, Jack Foster to former Confederate General John McCausland, 1883 (Ms2008-018) Subject The topic of the resource African American history Civil War United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Foster, Jack Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv00245.xml" target="_blank">See the finding aid for Jack Foster Letter</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1883-12-13 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Permission to publish material from the Jack Foster Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech. 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After inquiring about the general's wellbeing, Foster mentions his family, then begins to reminiscence about his time in the general's camp. Foster mentions being at Camp Narrows (Giles County, Virginia) and being present when McCausland took command following the death of General Jenkins at "Floyds Mountains" [i.e., the Battle of Cloyd's Mountain, May 9, 1864]. Foster then proceeds to recollect a discussion between Jenkins and McCausland regarding battle strategy and the Confederate units present. He also recalls baking bread in the camp. At the time of the Civil War, Jack Foster was enslaved by the Tompkins family of Virginia. Though Christopher Q. Tompkins, Foster's enslaver, served with the 22nd Virginia Infantry during the war, Foster found himself in the 36th Virginia, body servant to a young soldier in the regiment. By 1883, Foster was living in Richmond, Virginia. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms2018_027_PierceCharles_Letter_1861_0720 Title A name given to the resource Letter, Charles Pierce to his mother, July 20, 1861 (Ms2018-027) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1861-07-20 Description An account of the resource 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. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Letters Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Pierce, Charles H. Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv01964.xml" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">See the finding aid for the Charles H. Pierce Letter</a>. Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Permission to publish material from Charles H. Pierce Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech. Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Charles H. Pierce Letter, Ms2018-027, Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Language A language of the resource English archived https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/bc258f716986b432a39f362e620eb070.jpg 9e488adb6ad62ffe5d354b7184645b7c https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/a491927c55bbbe03712afcbfa0856d48.jpg 7e8a566952d907c64bcb35b7503d8736 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/e8439bfd99d9116c9fcee53712a7692f.jpg 834b2ba0ed9c2eebfef1dc7ca377a110 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/6dabd7034a46a68c23db403244656613.pdf 9d933411663d3141d15f4fa0232acc7d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms2018_025_PittmanJohn_Letter_1863_0423 Title A name given to the resource Letter, John Pittman to his mother, April 23, 1863 (Ms2018-025) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863-04-23 Description An account of the resource Letter written by John Pittman, 12th North Carolina Infantry, written from camp around Fredericksburg, Virginia, April 23, 1863. Letter is written to his mother and in it he describes his health and that of his comrades. He mentions that his Regiment had been ordered to cook rations and to be ready to move. Mentions three men deserting from the regiment the night before. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Letters Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Pittman, John (12th Regiment North Carolina Infantry) Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv01962.xml" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">See the finding aid for the John Pittman Letter</a>. Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Permission to publish material from John Pittman Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech. Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: John Pittman Letter, Ms2018-025, Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. 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Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms2018_021_LucasVirginia_Letter_1861_0711 Title A name given to the resource Letter, Virginia Lucas to her brother [likely Daniel Bedinger Lucas], July 11, 1861 (Ms2018-021) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1861-07-11 Description An account of the resource 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 relates some war news about an engagement in Berkeley, Virginia (now West Virginia) giving the casualty statistics as well as mentions of Turner Ashby, Joseph E. Johnston, and Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Letters Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lucas, Virginia Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv01959.xml" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">See the finding aid for the Virginia Lucas Letter</a>. Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Permission to publish material from Virginia Lucas Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech. Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Virginia Lucas Letter, Ms2018-021, Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Language A language of the resource English archived https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/78848f1d67f9c03fd4d278a85dcaf50f.jpg 5b2d308baf07645a1991718e778cd13e https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/211401a8483e02003168af0f3fd4c227.jpg c1d37c3bfeeafb6734bf50b24d62ede2 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/0e4f065cbf7a2e409f57b678c743dc59.pdf f8a48a95898290f81cb784144a99fc55 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms2018_019_EamesJoseph_Letter_1863_0420 Title A name given to the resource Letter, Joseph Eames to the Confederate Secretary of War, April 20, 1863 (Ms2018-019) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863-04-20 Description An account of the resource Letter written by Joseph Eames to the Confederate Secretary of War, April 20, 1863 in regards to petitioning the secretary to reassign his son, Pope Eames, to the Danville Gun Factory on account of Pope's being to sick to serve in the field. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Letters Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Eames, Joseph Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv01958.xml" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">See the finding aid for the James Eames Letter</a>. Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Permission to publish material from Joseph Eames Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech. Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Joseph Eames Letter, Ms2018-019, Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Language A language of the resource English archived https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/f0f017e8245b63acc69899753a73cb6b.jpg 34d8aa3958ee0f1686cce2145561b49c https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/03f4314ce42608eb130503543f247f22.jpg d7870d9da894f4720f011bbabc0341a9 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/72ae49a21904d0590327fb93291d07f2.jpg 28ce969e61968dc54b9319b943173780 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/f3fb62e1ef7fb5c5faef3f4bb359b34e.jpg f822a512806834a1cc86be2942ebdbcb https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/0e562ffeb90e653a105455fc46bad0f4.jpg 77e3f986f76be2d649bcdd3927f9c343 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms2018_018_BarnardJamesandJehu_Letter_1864_0324 Title A name given to the resource Letter, James and Jehu Barnard to their parents, March 29, 1864 (Ms2018-018) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1864-03-24 Description An account of the resource Letter written by James and Jehu Barnard of Patrick County, Virginia to their parents. Both were members of Company K, 50th Virginia Infantry. Written from camp at Orange Court House, Virginia, March 29th, 1864. Letter shares news of stoppage of furloughs and opinions that a new campaign was in the making. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Letters Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Barnard, James W., 1844-1923 (Patrick County, Va.) Barnard, Jehu, 1840-1933 (Patrick County, Va.) Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv01957.xml" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">See the finding aid for the James and Jehu Barnard Letter</a>. Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Permission to publish material from James and Jehu Barnard Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech. Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: James and Jehu Barnard Letter, Ms2018-018, Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Language A language of the resource English archived https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/77902aafda67a2374e1c1c0a7c12d9c5.jpg 563d4e2a868d03b57e4e05e558c84be7 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/f8cd9eede1d671af12bcc86559d6ea29.jpg d66d375d980a10d2236e07935cefc836 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/341a6fa257c00b2dbeb271ee9b2ddfd4.jpg becbb4c3bb30a2dcb9c4770e779faa05 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/1533c43d84e870427d2166e48bf750c7.pdf c385dc678c23b0b62f5b251b7edc3b1f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms2018_014_HurstJames_Letter_1862_0704 Title A name given to the resource Letter, James Hurst to his brother, July 4, 1862 (Ms2018-014) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-04 Description An account of the resource Letter written by James H. Hurst, Co. K, 50th Pennsylvania Infantry, July 4th, 1862, from Beaufort, South Carolina to his brother. Letter describes celebration of the fourth of July among the Union soldiers stationed around Beaufort, South Carolina. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Letters Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Hurst, James H. Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv01953.xml" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">See the finding aid for the James H. Hurst Letter</a>. Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Permission to publish material from James H. Hurst Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech. Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: James H. Hurst Letter, Ms2018-013, Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Language A language of the resource English archived https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/8dbcb4524e017ed473e674683d4af1f2.jpg 778aed66a93b9a86b1c797cd6ef4404c https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/a91e7b4bc35de38f2b39a48e58b7f826.jpg 8fe599440c0ff1630375e77ea232469c https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/7d1f8941c575724aa5b5bae19e1b8e6c.jpg bf2705ae3741c45b05492ecd4262129b https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/9650d50de1be7ed69d3e39db2bddcb37.jpg 49fb07682c63a14757aab88e872a1a58 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/36325264f40505a843268686676ffa2d.jpg a79501036a6300439a56fefb1188e263 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/3883333153bc37308d76746a9cc37d15.pdf 3913606e0398894d9ae0c81b250a34d2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms2018_011_RuleJoseph_Letter_1864_1216 Title A name given to the resource Letter, Joseph Rule to his friend, Silas, December 15, 1864 (Ms2018-011) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1864-12-16 Description An account of the resource Letter written by Joseph Rule from his camp at Petersburg, Virginia, December 15th, 1864 to his friend Silas. Letter details Rule's Company B, 50th New York Engineers involvement in the December, 1864 raid on the Weldon Railroad which was a major supply line for Robert E. Lee's Confederate Army of Northern Virginia. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Letters Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rule, Joseph Subject The topic of the resource Civil War History of Food and Drink Petersburg (Va.)--History--Siege, 1864-1865 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv01928.xml" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">See the finding aid for the Joseph Rule Collection</a>. Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Permission to publish material from Joseph Rule Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech. Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Joseph Rule Letter, Ms2018-011, Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Acquisition Information Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Language A language of the resource English archived https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/0528ec01f8e7721565292ec59476626a.jpg f8658e7a75e99c311b03fbd2ab266f84 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource John Early Confederate Army Receipt for the Work of Fletcher, an Enslaved Person Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Description An account of the resource This collection contains a partially printed receipt for slave labor delivered to Chief Engineer Lt. Col. William H. Stevens in charge of Confederate fortifications outside of Richmond, Virginia, on November 11, 1862. The receipt notes that Stevens received one enslaved person by the name of Fletcher from John Early. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv01809.xml" target="_blank">See the finding aid for the John Early Confederate Army Receipt for the Work of Fletcher, an Enslaved Person.</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-11-11 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Permission to publish material from the John Early Confederate Army Receipt for the Work of Fletcher, an Enslaved Person must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech. Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Receipts Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms2015_037_2018_1026_ConfederateEnslavedPersonReceipt Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: John Early Confederate Army Receipt for the Work of Fletcher, an Enslaved Person, Ms2015-037, Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. archived https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/4f3b917da896d59859b4d9c3656f9021.jpg 4a6a270f5d9e723679f812b4721802af Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Lynchburg, Virginia, Impressment Document for John, an Enslaved Person Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Description An account of the resource This collection details the receipt of John, an enslaved person, in Lynchburg, Virginia, for work on the city's fortifications in October 1863. John was sent by Mrs. Jane Nance of Bedford County, Virginia, to William H. Prease. This impressment was ordered by Col. W. H. Stevens, Chief Engineer Department of Northern Virginia, and signed by E. E. Mason. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Mason, E. E. Stevens, W. H. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv00868.xml" target="_blank">See the finding aid for the Lynchburg, Virginia, Impressment Document for John, an Enslaved Person.</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Permission to publish material from the Lynchburg, Virginia, Impressment Document for John, an Enslaved Person must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech. Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Receipts Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Lynchburg, Virginia, Impressment Document for John, an Enslaved Person, Ms2011-048, Special Collections, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Va. Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms2011_048_LynchburgVaImpressment_1863-1001 archived https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/ed5d203665a881bff19f122f7690434c.jpg 326a7ecacc034d1993b0ba9ebc493cb0 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/f07879fc8b11692ae422b085b6bc34e0.jpg 94d5398ee49e8161e541a5cc23f8967b https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/fef34cb62be78cd14f208f67567a0358.jpg 03e1da7f21057db9e06489e79df88663 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/49d91e0243515f856ba204ce04251914.jpg b9944fc9192924832d75727d039af716 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource George Bauer Letter, 1864 (Ms1993-022) Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Description An account of the resource Union soldier during the Civil War, writing from Spotsylvania Courthouse on May 20, 1864, to his daughter, about the many battles he had fought in and the presence of the Confederates in the immediate area. Bauer was a native German speaker and the English in his letter is heavily Germanized (ex. shuding duks for shooting ducks). Bauer was killed two months later in the Battle of Monocacy. Transcript available. Collection also includes a daguerreotype of an identified man. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Bauer, George Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://search.vaheritage.org/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv01628.xml" target="_blank">See the finding aid for the George Bauer Letter</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1864-05-20 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Permission to publish from the George Bauer Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech. Type The nature or genre of the resource Letters Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms1993-022 Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: George Bauer Letter, Ms1993-022, Special Collections, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Va. archived https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/eec81c5c07c98608a9f1fc96c3f1b341.jpg 853a365ef9aa0dcf39e9839e1527d14a https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/5338930de073ca0c1d782f5d3356266b.jpg 5512b25990cc941c9ad2e0314c38e814 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Henrie H. Alexander Letter, 1862 (Ms1960-002) Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Blacksburg (Va.) Description An account of the resource Henrie H. Alexander was Blacksburg, Virginia, resident. In 1861, he mustered in as a 1st Sergeant with Company C, 4th Regiment, Virginia Infantry. He may have transferred to the 45th Regiment, Virginia Infantry in August of 1861. He is also listed as a Second Lieutenant/Aide-de-Camp for the CSA General and Staff Officers. Alexander died in 1916. The collection consists of a letter written June 10,1862, from Alexander in Blacksburg, to Captain W. G. Price in Wytheville, Virginia, about a recent skirmish with the Union soldiers at Salt Sulphur Springs, Virginia (now West Virginia). Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Henrie H. Alexander Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://search.vaheritage.org/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv00597.xml" target="_blank">See the Finding Aid for the Henrie Alexander Letter</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-06-10 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Permission to publish from the Henrie H. Alexander must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech. Type The nature or genre of the resource Letters Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms1960-002 Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Henrie H. 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Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Ansil T. Bartlett Letter, 1865 (Ms2012-008) Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Description An account of the resource The collection consists of a letter by Ansil T. Bartlett to his father, dated April 15, 1865. Written from Camp Farmville, Virginia, the letter mentions soldiers stealing good from nearby homes, daily tasks, war rumors, and Bartlett's hope to be home by July 4th. There is also a pencil sketch of a bird. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Bartlett, Ansil T., 58th Regiment, Massachusetts Infantry Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv01002.xml" target="_blank">Ansil T. Bartlett Letter</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Special Collections, University Libraries, Virginia Tech Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865 Date Accepted Date of acceptance of the resource. Examples of resources to which a Date Accepted may be relevant are a thesis (accepted by a university department) or an article (accepted by a journal). The collection was purchased by Special Collections in February 2012. Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Permission to publish material from Ansil T. Bartlett Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Nancy B. Harbin Letter, 1862 (Ms2010-013) Subject The topic of the resource Civil War United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865 Description An account of the resource The collection consists of a letter written by Nancy B. Harbin to her sons, Jack and John Harbin. The letter details a mother's concern for the well-being and safety of her three enlisted sons, Jack, John, and Edward Harbin. Nancy Harbin relates the news from home, including updates on the well-being of family and friends in Mississippi during the first year of the Civil War. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Harbin, Nancy B. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv00620.xml" target="_blank">See the finding aid for the Nancy B. Harbin Letter.</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-10-17 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.vt.edu/files/thumbnails/spec_forms/PubPermission.doc" target="_blank">Permission to publish material from the Nancy B. 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Special Collections, Virginia Tech archived https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/4647/Ms2012-025_BrownMima_Letter_1863_1108a.jpg 8e99d9029e0780f1d6e1fdbac1fd06b4 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/4647/Ms2012-025_BrownMima_Letter_1863_1108b.jpg 59f64db244eb54fa9320fc1b524503d2 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/4647/Ms2012-025_BrownMima_Letter_1863_1108c.jpg 3c18c5ed88b01a5765042336a849a435 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/4647/Ms2012-025_BrownMima_Letter_1863_1108d.jpg e02533ec17d3c5145f37b343a02e7612 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Mima Brown Letter, 1863 (Ms2012-025) Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Virginia--History Description An account of the resource The collection consists of a letter written by "Mima Brown" from Pulaski, Virginia to her brother Pvt. James H. Farmer on November 8, 1863. Brown reports news about an outbreak of Diphtheria in the area, a shortage of supplies for soldiers, unfair treatment of soldiers compared to Provost guards, Union and Confederate movements in Culpepper County, Virginia and Lewisburg, West Virginia, as well as her desire that "this awful war would only end and you all could come home. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Elizabeth Hughes Claim for Damages, 1868 (Ms2009-048) Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Women Description An account of the resource Elizabeth Hughes claim for damages done to her home by unidentified Confederate forces in 1862. The claim is dated 1868, and details the loss of property stolen and destroyed by fire. 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Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Still Image A static visual representation. Examples of still images are: paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type "text" to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Anna Lee Letter, 1861 (Ms2008-028) Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Women Description An account of the resource This collection contains a letter of invitation from Anna Lee to Confederate General P. G. T. Beauregard of the Confederate Army to attend a country dance at Meadow Farm in Henrico County, Virginia, on Christmas evening 1861. The letter is dated December 17, 1861 from Meadow Farm. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Lee, Annie Carter, 1839-1862 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv00257.xml" target="_blank">See the finding aid for the Anna Lee Letter.</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1861-12-17 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/thumbnails/spec_forms/PubPermission.doc" target="_blank">Permission to publish material from the Anna Lee Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech.</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Correspondence Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms2008-028 Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Anna Lee Letter, Ms2008-028 - Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Special Collections, Virginia Tech archived https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2827/Ms2013_060_TippettWilliam_1864_0317a.jpg 862a34249c64bc33eba4c62c41a713e6 PDF Text Text Camp Parole Annapolis, MD Mar. 17, 1864 Dearest Maggie, This morning I had the pleasure of receiving a letter from you. I was so very glad to hear from you that I could hardly wait until the mail to arrived – I got the $5 for which I am very thankfull – I am so very glad to know that you were able to get my Pay for it caused me a great many sleepless nights while I was on Belle Island. I was so fraid that you would suffer as bad as I did – for I knew you had in money except you got my “Pay.” I wish you had of gotin six months Pay instead of four. But I hope you have not been in want for anything – I don’t know when I will get home or if I can get home at all or not – unless the colonel or capt. can do something for me I will have to stay here. This is a fine place but I want to get to home or else to the Regiment. I am quite astonished to hear that Jim Lytte and Chapman have become “Vetrens” What will Lottie say – well I gues Jim has had his furlough and she can put up with it for a while again – give her my best and tell her I am again to get a long furlough and when I get home pins will be played – but I would give a great deal to get home before the Regt. leaves for the field again but I suppose I can’t. I wrote to Col. Shoburn when I came here and asked him to do something for me. https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2827/Ms2013_060_TippettWilliam_1864_0317b.jpg 7d9629ee1d2e5ecb5423df9489b4bebd PDF Text Text I have no idea what he can do, but I know he will do all he can – I wrote to you a few days ago and commenced a long letter and and now I will go on with it. I think it will interest you – well where did I leave off ---- After we got tents on the Island we were a little better off. For the frost and rain did not fall on us – in September it is very cold between the two streams which run around the Island. When we first came to this place they were giving six ounces of bread and 1 ½ ounces “meat” – beef in the morning and for supper we got four ounces bread and a pint of bean or rice soup – in my other letter I told you what kind of soup it was – soon the bread got to be less. Then the meat would not come in time and we would have to do without that day – but would be promised double rations next which we never got. After we were there I believe about 10 days the river got so high that the ferry boat, which brout us rations, could not run. So we had to go hungry for about 36 hours – you better believe there was some good prayers said for the Confederacy by the hungry prisoners. But it done no good, as I told you our blankets and extra clothing was taken from us at Staunton. We had nothing only what we had on, and at night we would lay down just on the sandy ground about twenty in a tent just like a lot of hogs. – not as good as some hogpens I have seen – in this https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2827/Ms2013_060_TippettWilliam_1864_0317c.jpg ff23588fa04418cb259f6c84686a1b11 PDF Text Text way we would try and sleep but our sleep would be disturbed by dreams of something to eat and we would dream that we were at home just agoing to eat such a nice meal, when we would waken up and find that we were nearly starved – Some nights just about dark when we laid down I would think of home and just imagine that you were about eating supper and wish I could just drop in and help you. Then we would get to talking about what good things we would have when we got inside our lines again – this way we would talk until we would fall asleep – Some nights we would be so hungry that we could not get to sleep until long after midnight and then I would be sure to dream of something to eat. Oh you can’t imagine how hungry we were for three months I never knew what it was to get enough to eat at anytime. The least little crumb would be picked up off the ground and eat --- In November wheat bread played out altogether, and they give us corn bread in the place of it. – Well I wish you could see one piece of the Confederate corn bread, issued at Belle Isle. It aint such bread as you make. It is made of white corn meal water and a very little salt. Made in 2lb loaves, and about half baked. The inside was all raw. – Then meat got scarce and they gave us Raw sweet potatoes and no wood, to make a fire with. https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2827/Ms2013_060_TippettWilliam_1864_0317d.jpg edd359ed01c815584a2fa8be173b9e2f PDF Text Text In this way we lived, things getting from “bad to worse” every day --- In December, the U.S. government sent us some rations and clothing – the rations were nearly all gave to the Guard, but the clothing was given to us pretty fairly. Except a great deal was stolen from the Boxes of a night by the Rebs. – at this time they were allowing Boxes of food to come through the lines and a many a box was sent to Belle Isle. Some came but more never came farther than the city and would be plundered by the Rebs.----- In November I wrote to Charley Naegele at Washington to send me a box of crackers and meat, but it never came I don’t know whether he sent it or not but suppose he did – the clothing which the government sent us saved a many a hundred lives for we were freezing to death at the rate of ten and fifteen a day – but when we got blankets and overcoats we stood it well enough – but the Rebels soon put a stop to grub and clothing coming through the lines. – on my birth day (14th November) I shall allways remember it I got nothing to eat. Christmas we got no diner only a little piece of corn bread in the morning – but I had a friend who was working in the new bakery their building on the Island and he brought me something to eat https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2827/Ms2013_060_TippettWilliam_1864_0317e.jpg ec7e0b911e692dc81e2eb55c4d99eee5 PDF Text Text 5 from the outside. It cost him 10 $ “confed” money for enough supper for three of us – this friend was Alfred Balthell(?) of my company. After the 1st of January I always had enough to eat of corn bread but nothing else – Since New Years we only got meat three of four times and very little then. They only allow 10lbs meat and bones to a Hundred men which is a small piece when it is divided – Alf Balthell used to give me bread whenever I wanted it – for he had plenty in the Bakery, but then he had to steal it but that was no harm. In February they quit making soup for us and gave us dry beans sometimes and we had to cook them as best we could but they did not give us enough wood to do that – we saved the wood and beans and used to cook them every second day in this way I stood it until the 6th of March – then we were taken off the Island and put in the Pemberton Prison in Richmond – we were kept here until the 7th and were Paroled and put on the boat and taken to City Point where we got abord of our Flag of Truce boat – “New York.” You may judge there was some cheering when we seen our Old Flag again – as soon as we got on our boat supper was ready, https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2827/Ms2013_060_TippettWilliam_1864_0317f.jpg 822ea4154ab85f563545e7f78e01231e PDF Text Text coffee meat and good wheat bread. Oh but wasn’t it good – we had seen wheat bread since November and no meat since Crismas – and no coffee since we were taken prisoners. – I thought this the best meal I ever eat in my life. I seen Mr. Perkins in Richmond. He preached to us once on Belle Island and he came down on the Rebel boat to City Point. He was very kind to me and gave several messages for his Buternut friends in Wheeling – Perhaps I may deliver them – perhaps not. – I seen Dr. Hughs in Richmond several times – He came over to Belle Isle to see us – also John Knote, - I think those men would be glad to be back at home – they are tired of Rebelion and say it can’t live much longer – Perkins is a chaplin in the Rebel army. Dr. Hughs is clerk of the Senate – John Knote is the agent for the Penitentiary. I thank the good lord that he spared me to get away from them. – I am now in good comfortable quarters – we got new clothes as soon as we arrived here – we got enough to eat of good healthy food – I am Sergt of a barracks. Have full charge of it and have a room entirely to myself – All I want now is to see you and the children then I would be satisfied – Yesterday 400 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2827/Ms2013_060_TippettWilliam_1864_0317g.jpg 8e3b9fa8799fa45bda7402b83a6c859d PDF Text Text more Prisoners arrived from Richmond and amongst them are nearly all of our Regt who was on Belle Island – Bob Guy is still a Prisoner also Jake Hann – Mr. Bogard is reported dead – we could never hear from him since he went to the hospital in November. He was then very low. Sergt William Sybert is dead – one or two of Compy (II) died in Richmond and about fifteen of the Regt died that we know of and I don’t know how many more died – Jake Hann is well and might have been here if he had of tried to come. I think he will be sent down next week as we expect more then – give my love to all enquiring friends and to Mama and Gultip(?) – to Lottie and Jim – I will write to Jim in a few days – let me know when the Regt will leave Wheeling and where she will go to when she leaves – Can you tell me where Charly Naegele is? Now ask his father he can tell. Give my love to Babe tell her I am very sorry I could not stay and get her letter at Richmond – Tell me what you mean by saying you have found out who were your friends – write me a long letter and tell me all about everything – I wrote to Sis and expect a letter from her in a few days – I also https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2827/Ms2013_060_TippettWilliam_1864_0317h.jpg 970a58175cf54473a17738bf2c4c5d95 PDF Text Text wrote to Mollie Ways – can you tell me wher Sam Lippett(?) is? – I did think he would enlist again but one don’t like to quit when the war is most over – I would like to see it through but the Government won’t let us enlist until we are exchanged and I don’t think I will be exchanged while Butler holds the office he now holds as Commissioner of Exchange. Kiss Kate and Anna for Papa – a kiss for yourself – Now write soon and write long letters as I want to hear all the news from home – Good bye for this time I remain as ever your loving Husband Wille 4th Battalion Parole Camp Annapolis MD Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource William S. Tippett Letter, 1864 (Ms2013-060) Subject The topic of the resource Civil War History of Food and Drink Description An account of the resource The collection consists of a single letter from Sgt William S. Tippett to his wife, Maggie. Written from a parole camp in Annapolis, Maryland, the letter opens with Tippett's comments on news from home. A majority of the letter, however,details his stay in Belle Island prison (Richmond) from September 1863 until early March 1864. In particular, he describes the food (or lack of) and the poor conditions. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Tippett, William S. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv01205.xml">See the Finding Aid for the William S. Tippett Letter</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available <a href="http://spec.lib.vt.edu/">Special Collections, University Libraries, Virginia Tech</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1864-03-17 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.vt.edu/files/thumbnails/spec_forms/PubPermission.doc">Permission to publish material from the William S. Tippett Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech.</a> Access Rights Information about who can access the resource or an indication of its security status. Access Rights may include information regarding access or restrictions based on privacy, security, or other policies. Collection is open to research. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms2013_060_TippettWilliam Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. 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Tippett Letters, Ms2013-060, Special Collections, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Va. archived https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2784/Ms2012_014_DerrickClarenceLetter_1865_0617a.jpg 1d159a6c427909eb653983c11f48f01c https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2784/Ms2012_014_DerrickClarenceLetter_1865_0617b.jpg 2b5b6571db17d0b383ec1ce89795271f https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2784/Ms2012_014_DerrickClarenceLetter_1865_0617_transcript.jpg 5e3b100ed286f4eb353b71b17d607ef4 https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2784/Ms2012_014_DerrickClarenceLetter_ServiceRecord.jpg 6f57ec70efab6ae2a68e717992df9152 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Letter, Clarence Derrick to President Andrew Johnson, Fort Delaware, June 17, 1865 (Ms2012-014) Subject The topic of the resource Civil War United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865 Description An account of the resource The collection consists of a single letter from Lt. Colonel Clarence Derrick (1837-1907), 23rd Battalion, Virginia Infantry, to President Andrew Johnson (which Derrick misspells as "Johnston"), dated June 17, 1865. Derrick writes to petition his release from Fort Delaware, following the end of the war and his signing the amnesty oath. Derrick was released on June 24, 1865, though whether because of the petition or not is unknown. The letter was forwarded on Derrick's behalf to President Johnson by Brigadier General Albin Schoepf, commander of Fort Delaware. Clarence Derrick was born in Washington, DC, in September 1837. He attended the U.S. Military Academy from 1857 to 1861, graduated in June 1861, and was promoted briefly into the U.S. Army. He resigned his Corps of Engineers commission and was dismissed in July 1861. He enlisted in the Confederate Army almost immediately. He worked as General John Floyd's adjutant with the 51st Regiment, Virginia Infantry. The regiment was later reorganized as the 23rd Battalion, Virginia Infantry. Derrick was a Lieutenant Colonel and in command of the battalion by April 1862. He was captured at Winchester, September 1864 and released from Fort Delaware June 1865. Following the war, he was a lawyer (and possibly a professor of mathematics) in Marion, Alabama. He continued to practice law in Greensboro, Alabama, and eventually established a cotton plantation. By 1880, he was livingin Greensboro with his first wife's (Fannie Peay) family. After 1900, he appears to have retired to Pennsylvania. He died in 1907, while on a visit to Greensboro, survived by his third wife, Alice Paschall Darlington Derrick. He did not have any children. Sources: Ancestry.com Scott, J. L. 1991. 23rd Battalion Virginia Infantry. Lynchburg, VA: H. E. Howard. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Derrick, Clarence, 1837-1907 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv01008.xml" target="_blank">See the Finding aid for the Clarence Derrick Letter</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1865-06-17 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.vt.edu/files/thumbnails/spec_forms/PubPermission.doc">Permission to publish material from the [collection name] must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech.</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Letters Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms2012_014_DerrickClarenceLetter Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Clarence Derrick Letter, Ms2012-014, Special Collections, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Va. Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. <a href="http://spec.lib.vt.edu/">Special Collections, University Libraries, Virginia Tech</a> archived https://digitalsc.lib.vt.edu/files/original/2781/Ms2012_071_CoxIsaac_1862_0629.jpg 557f1f8cb673a7c5ba75dd4f4acb28b2 PDF Text Text [Trulove?] Taswill [Tazewell] County June 29 1862 Dier Affectio nated Wife I take the plesent matter of senden you A few lines to let you now that I am well at this time hopeing when this few lines come to hand they will find you in helth I received you kind best last eavining and I was truley glad to here that you was all well we had the hardest march to prinzton [Princeton] and back that I ever had we was orded to cook 4 days rashuns the other day and then we started and was gon to [two] days and a half from our camps we was march in 4 miles of prinzton and then we stade in the woods for two days and 3 nites and then return to our camps it made my feet very soar you wanted to no what had be com of bill he is still at [Jefferson?] Mills in the horsepital yet & hant herd from him in a bout 2 weeks and then he was getin well as for as he cald I am a goin to try to come home er bout harvest if I can but I don’t no whither I can er not So no more at this time only Still rember your husband un till deth Carroll Co to Charlott Cox Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The American Civil War Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context AmericanCivilWar Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Letter, Isaac Cox to Wife, Taswill (Tazewell) County Va., June 29, 1862 (Ms2012-071) Subject The topic of the resource Civil War Local/Regional History and Appalachian South Tazewell County (Va.) United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865 Description An account of the resource A letter from Isaac Cox to his wife (probably in Saltville), written in Tazewell County, Virginia, June 29, 1862. Cox writes of marching to Princeton (West Virginia) and back in recent days, as well as news of "Bill." The paper on which the letter was composed includes detailed cutouts in a folk art style and came to Special Collections backed on blue cloth. Isaac C. Cox (1843-1925) enlisted as private in the 29th Virginia at Saltville, Va., on April 3, 1862. He was promoted corporal during the war. The 29th fought primarily in Western Virginia and Kentucky during their service until they joined the Army of Northern Virginia at Cold Harbor and Bermuda Hundred in May 1864. He and his wife, Charlotte Newman Cox (1834-1911), lived in Carroll County, Virginia after the war. They had five children, two of whom where born during the war. The couple are now buried in Newman Cemetery, Riverhill, Virginia. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Cox, Isaac Carroll, 1843-1925 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=vt/viblbv01093.xml">See the Finding Aid for the Isaac Cox Letter</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-06-29 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.vt.edu/files/thumbnails/spec_forms/PubPermission.doc">Permission to publish material from the Isaac Cox Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech.</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Letters Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ms2012_071_CoxIsaac_1862_0629 Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Isaac Cox Letter, Ms2012-071, Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. <a href="http://spec.lib.vt.edu/">Special Collections, University Libraries, Virginia Tech</a> archived