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Letter from Samuel Willard to his siblings dated March 5, 1865. In this letter, Samuel discusses the recent cold weather he has experienced in Indiana, as well as the draft. He believes another draft will be necessary to replace soldiers who are discharged. He goes on to describe the rebels fear of General Sherman as he continues his victorious march and how there is rumor that Sherman and Grant have surrounded the Confederates in Richmond.

Letter from Edwin A. Bush to his brother Henry Bush dated November 22, 1862. In the letter, Edwin reaffirms his decision to enlist in the army. He state his regiment is currently camped on the Rappahannock River near Fredericksburg, Virginia, and provides updated news on the status of the war.

Letter from Henry to Edwin A. Bush dated October 31, 1862. In the letter, Henry talks about the draft and recruitment into the army. He discusses his struggle between choosing to go to school or enlist.

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated January 15, 1864. In the letter, Solomon expresses his feelings toward his original enlistment into the army and his recent re-enlistment into the Veteran Reserve Corp. He emphasizes his lack of regret toward his decision despite the consequences. He describes his new pay and duties as a result of his re-enlistment. 

Letter from Leonard G. Loomis to Elizabeth Abbott dated December 13, 1862. In this letter, he expresses his feelings for Elizabeth, describes why he enlisted in the army and the challenges he faces. He also asks Elizabeth about her community and experiences.

Letter from Samuel Mathews to his friends dated October 1, 1863. In this letter, he discusses his battle experiences, his furlough in New York, enlistment, and camp life.

Letter from Captain J.B. Mason to Headquarter Detachment dated May 17, 1862. This letter confirms the enlistment and duty of Solomon V. Munger in the Union Army. 

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. 

Letter from William Barnard to his father, Stephan A. Barnard dated August 23, 1862. In this letter he discusses his enlistment, his regiment, and his expectation of a promotion. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his son, Hiram V. Munger dated February 4, 1864. In the letter, Solomon discusses Hiram's enrollment in school in the winter and mentions his re-enlistment in the Veteran Reserves Corp., receiving $15 per month and $12 per month for his horse. Solomon urges his son not to join the army without his guidance and describes a typical day of a solider while stationed in a camp. 

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his father dated November 8, 1863. In the letter, Henry discusses the draft, and he shares his opinion of the Union Army leadership.

Enlistment Papers for Henry Albert Potter into the 4th Michigan Cavalry, Company B dated September 25, 1862.

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.

Proof of enlistment for Chancy Smith dated October 8, 1863.

Letter from Leonard G. Loomis to Elizabeth Abbott dated March 1, 1863. In this letter, he contrasts the civil war and Christian Warfare, discusses soldier morale, and Elizabeth's school.

Letter from Soloman Kroll to his parents dated ___ 11, 1861. In this letter, he discusses the hospital deserters, and enlisting.

  Letter from Emma and Carrie Shepard to Sarah Lyons dated February 23, 1864. In this letter, they discuss David Lyons, their father, Samuel Shepard's, enlistment, and the possibility of teaching school.