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Diary of Jeffery Perry dated January 1, 1863- December 31, 1863. In his diary, Perry predominately discusses the weather with some brief comments regarding events in Perry's camp and about the war in general. At the end of each month, Perry notes the dates on which he sent and/or received letters, plus a brief ledger of expenses.

1861-1863 diary of Cyrus Bacon. In this diary, Bacon describes daily life in the Seventh Michigan Infantry. He gives vivid accounts of Yorktown, Fair Oaks, White Oak Swamp, Antietam, and Gettysburg.

Diary of John Brooks, dated June 1, 1862 through September 24, 1862. In this diary, he discusses the weather, some men of the 47th New York Infantry murdering a civilian (June 9), a a soldier in the 47th New York Infantry murdering a 1st Surgeon (June 9), rations (August 15), James Brook's illness (August 17), and daily life.

Diary of Edwin F. Holmes, dated 1863. In this diary, he discusses the movements of his regiment, marching, skirmishes, clothing, Siege of Corinth, food, and a grand review (November 11, 1862). At the end of the diary, he includes a list of his locations, prices of supplies in Nashville, and a list of his officers.

Typed notes from the diary of John Vogel. In this diary, he recounts his immigration to America, participating in the Civil War, and his lumbering and land purchasing career.

Civil War Diary of James W. Howd, dated 1863. In this diary, he discusses the weather, camp life, going to the theatre, social engagements, horses, patrol, writing and receiving correspondence, his birthday (July 5, 1864), his discharge, and home life. At the end of his diary, he includes a list of people's names with whom he exchanged pictures with.

Diary of Charles A. Gunn dated 1863. In this diary, he writes a poem to his mother, draws badges for himself and Arthur Gunn, discusses rations, finances, the weather, the railroad, his health, a circus, the Siege of Vicksburg, General Morgan, camp life, deaths in his regiment, the shooting of his horse (Dec 11), and the mail.

Diary of Morris Dilts dated 1861. Starts on January 1, 1861, but large chunk of diary is missing ( February 15-May 27). He does not consistently begin recording until August 26. In his diary he describes his troop's movement, camp life, camp chores, the weather, regimental inspection of arms and horses, and recipes for spice cake and eye water. At the end of his diary, he notes the dates of letters he wrote and to whom they were addressed, as well as a list of expenses.

Transcription of the diary of Ferdinand S. Petway. The diary covers January 19, 1864- November 7, 1864. In the diary, Petway fervently speaks on the Confederate Army,his opinions on the southern society should the Union win, his negative opinions of Union citizens, slavery, the Battle of Franklin, Tenn, Sherman, Grant, Lincoln, the Presidential Election of 1864, and Henry Ward Beecher. Date of transcription unknown.

Diary of George Benton Arnold dated 1863. In this diary, he describes the movements of his regiment, chores, finances, deserters (March 28), religion, books, the weather, a slave auction (May 4), burning railroad stations and cotton (July 18), The Battle of Fredericksburg (November 16-19), African Americans (November 17), and skirmishes.

Civil War diary of Sherman Lincoln dated 1861-1862. In this diary, he discusses morale, joining his regiment, sailing from New York, attending church, organizing a soldier school, picket duty, inspection, the movements of his regiment, food, a boy being shot, and sightseeing around Washington, D.C., . Also included is a list of supplies from the government and a list of expenses. 

1862-1863 Diary of Lorenzo Barker. In this diary, Barker discusses daily life while stationed around Corinth Mississippi. In the diary he describes witnessing a deserter execution, bringing in Confederate prisoners, battle experiences, and general life at the camp.

1864 Diary of Lorenzo Barker. In this diary, Barker discusses daily life.

Diary of a woman working for the U.S. Christian Commission, dated July 7, 1864-August 11, 1864 (apparently Mrs. O.M. Carrier). In the diary, she discusses movements, working in the hospital, visiting the wounded, religion, and working in the kitchen. 

1864 Civil War diary of George W. Myers dated January 1, 1864- December 31, 1864. In this diary, he describes everyday life within the regiment, the weather, attending a funeral, and participating in church services.

Diary of Darwin H. Babbitt dated 1864. In this diary, he discusses being under arrest with the Provost Guard, rejoining his regiment, skirmishes, the Battle of the Wilderness, and the Battle of Totopotomoy Creek.

Diary of George Benton Arnold dated 1864. In this diary, he discusses the status of his regiment, deserters (January 25, February 29, March 1), African Americans (April 8, July 25), skirmishes, Battle of the Wilderness (May 5-7), Battle of Spottsylvania Courthouse (May 8-21), Battle of Totopotomoy Creek (May 29-31), Battle of Cold Harbor (June 1-12), Siege of Petersburg, Battle of the Crater (July 30), Battle of Globe Tavern (August 18-21), Battle of Peebles Farm (September 30-October 2), and the Battle of Hatcher's Run (October 27-28).