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Frederick N. Field papers, 1862-1865

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Summary

Creator:
Field, Frederick N., b. 1841
Extent:
23 items
1 oversize folder
Language:
English
Call Number:
86532 Aa 2 Ac
Authors:
Finding aid created by Bentley Historical Library staff

Background

Scope and Content:

The collection consists of correspondence, miscellaneous bank notes and printed material (including documents related to the government of the Confederate States of America), and a photographic portrait. There are six letters (1862-1865) written to his brother in which Field describes Camp Palmer; gives a graphic account of a march in pouring rain and the night spent sitting on shocks of wheat; tells of the capture of their picket line through the use of a countersign countersign; and discusses the soldiers' vote and the practice of enlisting men from the South as substitutes for northern draftees. Field also gives details of the battle in which he was wounded and criticizes officers in command. The collection includes one letter (Sept. 4, 1863) from Capt. George W. Lee relating to transportation charges for Field.

Biographical / Historical:

Soldier from Grand Rapids, Michigan who served as a sergeant in Company A, 1st Michigan Cavalry and was reported missing in action at Manassas. He later served as a first lieutenant in Company D, 10th Michigan Cavalry; he was wounded in action and taken prisoner at Henry Court House, Va., and returned after Robert E. Lee's surrender.

Acquisition Information:
Donated by R. Campbell (donor no. 1593 )
Rules or Conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

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RESTRICTIONS:

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

USE & PERMISSIONS:

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

PREFERRED CITATION:

[item], folder, box, Frederick N. Field papers, Bentley Historical Library, University of Michigan. [URL]

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Collection

Frederick N. Field papers, 1862-1865
Call Number 86532 Aa 2 Ac
Total components 5
Items available online Online 2
Last indexed 2023-08-08