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Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his father dated March 22, 1863. In the letter, he discusses his finances, his future, and the status of his regiment.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his sister dated June 19, 1863. In the letter, Henry describes a recent package he received from home. He also describes the health and status of two other soldiers and ends the letter describing songs the band is playing.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his parents dated October 6, 1863. In the letter, Henry quickly notes that his regiment is chasing Joseph Wheeler through Tennessee and his encounter with Confederate forces. He mentions the possibility of a significant raid.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his father dated May 17, 1863. In the letter, Henry validates his opinion on politics and the war. He also discusses the status of the war and inquires about friends and family at home.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to "John" dated February 8, 1865. In this letter, he discusses the status of his regiment and his decision to stay with the regiment in order go home with 4th Cavalry honorably.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his John dated May 26, 1863. In the letter, Henry discusses the outcome at Vicksburg and the status of his regiment.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his father dated June 18, 1864. In the letter, Henry describes his current mood and health. He mentions the Presidential Election and the politics of the current candidates. Henry believes Lincoln should be reelected, and fears any other candidate will represent a divide North and inspire the Confederate troops.

Newspaper clipping about the meeting of Capt. Henry Albert Potter and Sergt. Walter S. Cole from 1903.

General Orders No. 15 dated April 23, 1865.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his family dated October 17, 1862. In this letter, he discusses the status of his regiment, his impressions of Louisville, Ky., and his conversation with a Confederate prisoner regarding General Braxton Braggs and the Battle of Perrysville.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his family dated December 18, 1863. In the letter, he describes the events of the Chattanooga Campaign. He also mentions his impressions of the civilians and his prediction of marching east.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his family dated December 24, 1863. In the letter, Henry describes the "rebel yell" and a raid by Confederate soldiers.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter dated May 13, 1864. In the letter, Henry updates his father on his current location. He describes the latest marches his regiment has endured and the weather that confronted them. He also provides a brief update on the positions of Union Generals.

Newspaper clipping about the capture of Jefferson Davis dated May 14, 1865.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his father dated November 10, 1864. In the letter, Henry briefly mentions the presidential election and provides an update on the front in Georgia.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to Henry and Debbie dated October 24, 1862. In the letter, Henry mentions he is still in the hospital and describes the village of New Market, Kentucky. He also describes the status of the war, Confederate prisoners, and his regiment's visit to the battlefield at Perryville.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to John and Masy dated August 14, 1862. In the letter, Henry talks about what its like stationed at Camp Minty, the recent promotions of fellow soldiers, and the day-to-day life of a soldier.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to John dated December 18, 1863. In the letter, Henry describes the Battle of Chattanooga in great detail.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his father dated May 30, 1864. In the letter, Henry describes the exhaustion his regiment has endured due to the constant fighting with Confederate soldiers. He goes into great detail about the 4th Michigan Cavalry assault on the Confederate troops and scene of the battle. He is certain the war will end in 1864.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his father dated September 29, 1864. In the letter, Henry provides his personal view of the war, what he's fighting for, and the political atmosphere surrounding the nation.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his father dated November 23, 1863. In the letter, Henry describes the troop positions of both the Union and Confederate forces around Chattanooga, Tennessee. He also sketches a map of troop placements.