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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.

Letter from Samuel Mathews to his brother and sister dated December 29, 1862. In this letter, he discusses the Battle of Fredericksburg and family news.

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his mother, Cynthia Bush, dated May 22, 1863. In the letter, Edwin's mother mentions she has not heard of Samuel Willard's status during the Battle of Fredericksburg. She also discusses other related news regarding the war.

Letter from Edwin A. Bush to a friend dated May 8, 1863. In the letter, Edwin mentions his recent picket duty and sends a company roll to be framed as an ornament. He also mentions the complexity in a soldier receiving a furlough, stating one cannot simply request one just to see his mother.

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his mother, Cynthia Bush, dated May 17, 1863. In the letter, Edwin's mother reflects on time since he departed for war, and pleads with him to request a furlough in exchange for the sacrifice he has provided in defending the country. She discusses news relating to the war and the status of family members who are fighting on other fronts.

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.

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his mother, C.M. Bush, dated December 28, 1862. In this letter, Edwin's mother expresses joy to hear of his safety after a major battle. She also mentions how she has sent im boots, gloves, and other assorted items.

Incomplete letter from a Cousin to Edwin A. Baker dated January 1, 1863. In the letter, the cousin discusses the death of a soldier who was fighting in the 17th Infantry with Edwin. He asks if Edwin had recently fought in Fredericksburg and describes how he spent his New Years.