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Letter from John Scotford to Edwin A. Bush dated April 14, 1863. In the letter, John is pleased to hear that Edwin is under the command of General Burnside and will primarily be stationed in Kentucky and Tennessee. He also mentions President Lincoln's Proclamation 97 on March 30, 1863, which calls for a day of national humiliation, fasting, and prayer.

Letter from Michael E. Radabaugh to Mack Ewing dated January 25, 1863. In this letter, he discusses the status of his regiment and the status of family and friends serving on the front.

Letter from Sylvanus E. Hull to the father of Albert Comstock, Mr. Comstock, dated February 2, 1863. In the letter, Sylvanus informs Mr. Comstock that Albert is extremely sick and does not believe he will last long. He itemizes Alberts belongings and describes the different options his father can do if his son were to pass away.

Letter from Brady E. Backus to Charles D. Lyon dated January 1, 1862. In this letter, he discusses finances. 

Letter from Frederick Willard to Frederick E. Bush dated October 18, 1863. In this letter, Frederick Willard describes his regiments in the Siege of Port Hudson, lasting about six weeks. He further describes the regiments journey throughout Louisiana following the siege.

This collection contains a photograph of survivors of the 4th Michigan Infantry at a reunion in Hillsdale, Michigan, June 22, 1925. The veterans range in age from 77-87 years old. Attendees included F. Marion Hunt, Henry Noyes, J.L. Hull, Herbert D. Bryan, Orlando C. Nash, Charles Hartson, George Brown, Albert W. Veness, Benjamin E. Westfall, John Dillon, and Albert L. Morsman.

Diary of George Benton Arnold dated 1865. In this diary, he describes the weather, skirmishes, Battle of Fort Steadman (March 25), the Capture of Petersburg (April 2), the capture of General Lee, the assassination of President Lincoln, and his discharge.

Letter to Frederick E. Bush from F. Duvel dated June 20, 1864. In the letter, F. Duvel thanks Edwin's father for a package that was sent to him. He also praises his son, Edwin, for being a fine soldier and tent mate. 

Letter from Samuel Willard to his sister dated July 30, 1863. In this letter, Samuel discusses the long marches he has endured from Stafford, Va. to Gettysburg, Pa., a distance of about 200 miles. He describes the Battle of Gettysburg on July 3 and lists the casualties of his regiment.

Letter from Rocinda Brink to Patience Miller dated August 23. In this letter, Rocinda Brink mentions the loss of Sarah Brink's husband, Charles Hughes, in the war to her sister Patience. Despite Rocinda not having any personal relatives serving, she still feels the pain the war is producing from the seeing the men of her community serve. She also briefly updates Patience on the family.

Letter from Alphonso Crane to his sister-in-law, Hattie Crane, dated May 26, 1861. In this letter, he discusses being on a steamer, friends on the boat, Colonel Ellsworth's death, morale, receiving a Bible from the Bible Society, and family news.

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his father, Frederick E. Bush, dated May 17, 1863. In the letter, Frederick provides updates to Edwin about life at home and on the farm.

Letter from Rowland E. Trowbridge to the father of John S. Potter, W. D. Potter, dated January 18, 1869. In the letter, Rowland E. Trowbridge details the grave of John S. Potter at Richmond Cemetray for his father.

Letter from John S. Potter to his uncle, E. A. Brownell, dated January 21, 1863. In the letter, John references Queen Victoria of England, mentions the death of their Colonel and give shis opinion of him. Lt. Col. Heber LeFavour from the 5th Michigan Infantry will now be in command of his regiment. John discusses the populations view of Union soldiers in Lexington, Kentucky and gives his prospect of the war.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his father dated May 3, 1864. In the letter, Albert mentions the movement of his regiment and his hope to return to them after his health improves. He also describes his interaction with southerns and their perspective of the war.

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his brother, Willard Bush, and his father, Frederick E. Bush, dated June 1, 1863. In the beginning of the letter, Willard talks about his recent trips to Battle Creek and his thoughts on the draft. The letter ends with a few comments from Edwin's father, who talks about the status of the farm.

Letter from John S. Potter to his uncle, E. A. Brownell, dated February 20, 1863. In the letter, John finds it hard to write a letter due to his monotonous soldier life. He talks about deserted soldiers and about famous individuals from Lexington, Kentucky. He mentions that General Quincey Adams Filmore is in command of the department of Central Kentucky and his lack of trust in him. He ends his letter by describing life in Camp Ella Bishop.

Letter from Sylvanus E. Hull to the father of Albert Comstock, Mr. Comstock, dated February 22, 1863. In the letter, Sylvanus informs Mr. Comstock of the death of his son, Albert, as a result of his illness. He explains what they will do with his body and his personal belongings.

Letter from Sarah C. Brink to her Aunt, believed to be Patience Miller, dated August 22, 1863. In this letter, Sarah expresses her grief for the death of her husband, soldier Charles E. Hughes, who dies at Stanton Hospital in Washington D.C. Based on this and other letters, it seems that their marriage was kept a secret [See 09/06/1863 letter from Carrie White to Aunt].

Letter from Frederick Bush dated August 1, 1863. In the letter, Frederick updates his status of his regiments and expresses his displeasure with leadership during the Battle of Gettysburg. He concludes his letter by updating the family on Christian's health.

Letter from Jennett E. Gardner to his sister dated July 12, 1864. In the letter to her sister, possibly Amanda Munger, Jennett expresses her grief toward the death of Solomon Munger. She is afraid Charley (perhaps her son) will free the same fate. She briefly provides an update on her family.