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Letter from Alphonso Crane to his father, William Crane, dated May 15, 1861. In this letter, he tells him of his enlistment.

Letter from Soloman V. Munger to his family dated January 28, 1864. In the letter, Solomon explains that his regiment is healthy and his re-enlistment in the Veteran Corp. He explains why he chose to enlist again, the duties he now performs, as well as his pay. He hopes to be home on a furlough soon and finishes his letter addressing his children. 

Letter from Jerome Kroll to his brother dated August 28, 1862. In this letter, he discusses getting his picture taken and enlisting.

Letter from Edwin A. Bush to friends at home dated October 13. 1862. In the letter, the 17th Michigan Regiment was ordered to march to Fredericksburg, Virginia to protect the city from Confederate cavalry. He also describes how he is getting along with his new life as a soldier.

Letter from Emily Barnard to Ellen Barnard dated May 7, 1861. In this letter, she discusses school, the euphoria regarding the war, and community news. 

  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.

Letter from Leonard G. Loomis to Elizabeth Abbott dated December 19, 1862. In this letter, he describes the status of his regiment, relates his opinion of General William Tecumseh Sherman and General George W. Morgan, and discusses the life of a soldier and enlistment.

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 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 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 Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated November 23, 1863. In the letter, Solomon asks Amanda to cut out the draft list from the local newspaper so he can inquire on who is joining the war. He also asks about his son, Hiram, and his work, hoping that does not enlist in the army. 

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 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 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 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 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 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. 

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. 

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 Belle Jenkins and Mack Ewing to Nan Hank dated September 15, 1861. In this letter, they discuss the Civil War, family news, and community news. Of particular interest is Mack Ewing's commentary on enlisting troops in Hillsdale County, Michigan.

Letter from William Barnard to Emily Barnard dated April 19, 1861. In this letter he discusses his impressions of Lansing, Michigan, the recruitment of troupes, and the euphoria surrounding the beginning of the war.

Letter from Ambrose Abbott and Eleanor Abbott to Alvin Hank and Lydia Hank dated November 10, 1861. In this letter, they discuss Gardner Abbott's enlistment and family news.

Letter from William Radabaugh to Mack Ewing dated May 3, 1861. In this letter, he discusses volunteers for the army and courting.

Letter from George W. Houseman to his sister, Sally Wheeler, dated January 19, 1862. In this letter, he discusses family members' enlistments. Letter from William G. Houseman to his sister, Sally Wheeler, dated March 5, 1862. In this letter, he discusses his health, their brother, Clarence, farms in the area. Letter from Clarence L. Houseman and William G. Houseman to their sister, Sally Wheeler, dated March 22, 1862. In this letter, Clarence describes his regiment's movements, nearby Native Americans, horses, peddlers, supplies, stealing and John Brown; William discusses a parade, his impression of Lawrence, and his opinions of the offices. Letter from Jacob M. Houseman to his sister, Sally Wheeler, dated April 18, 1862. In this letter, he discusses the health of friends, the status of family serving on the front, and food. Letter from Jacob M. Houseman to his sister, Sally Wheeler, dated April 30, 1862. In this letter, he discusses dental work and seeing the Governor of Michigan. Letter from William Houseman to his sister, Sally Wheeler, dated May 14, 1862. In this letter, he discusses the death of their brother, Jacob. Letter from Clarence Houseman and William Houseman to their sister, Sally Wheeler, dated May 25, 1862. In this letter, they discuss the movements of their regiment, their brother's death, farming, and William's opinions of officers. Letter from William G. Houseman to his sister, Sally Wheeler, dated June 2, 1862. In this letter, he discusses his regiments movements, Rebels firing on a boat, capturing a spy, and getting a new Captain. Letter from George and Lydia Houseman to Sally Wheeler dated June 3, 1862. In this letter, they discuss Jacob Houseman's death. Letter from William Houseman and Clarence Houseman to their sister, Sally Wheeler, dated June 10, 1862. In this letter, they discuss the movement of their regiment, their new nickname of Jennison's Jayhawkers, African American Contrabands, and finances. Letter from Abram Hunt to Sally Wheeler dated June 14, 1862. In this letter, he discusses Jacob Houseman's death. Letter from Clarence Houseman to his sister, Sally Wheeler, dated August 13, 1862. In this letter, he discusses the movements of his regiment, the death of their brother, William, and an anecdote about an African American. Letter from Clarence Houseman to his sister, Sally Wheeler, dated August 13, 1862. In this letter, he discusses the weather, William Houseman's death, receiving William's belongings, and continues his anecdote from his letter of August 1. Letter from Clarence L. Houseman to his sister, Sally Wheeler, dated November 9, 1863. In this letter, he discusses scouting duty, the status of his regiment and his photograph. Letter from Clarence L. Houseman to his sister, Sally Wheeler, dated February 13, 1864. In this letter, he discusses steamers in the Memphis harbor, veterans in the regiment, and women. Letter from Clarence L. Houseman and William G. Houseman to their sister, Sally Wheeler, dated February 7, 1862. In this letter, they discuss skirmishes, their regiment's movements, food, and the whereabouts of family and friends in the regiment.

Letter from Nan Ewing to Mack Ewing dated January 21, 1865 through January 23, 1865. In this letter, she discusses an enlisting friend, the baby, and family news.

Letter from Jerome Kroll to his father dated August 3, 1862. In this letter, he tells of enlisting in the 20th Michigan Infantry.

Letter from Niece to her Aunt dated October 22, 1862. In the letter, a niece writes to her aunt about the status of her family and mentions she heard Edwin Bush enlist in the army. She is unsure why so many men are fighting when they do not know what they are fighting for.

1861-1863 Diary transcript of James W. Hoffman. In this diary, he discusses joining his regiment, riding on the railroad, soldier life, picket duty, dress parades, illnesses, riding a steamboat, his horse, skirmishes, visiting locals, African Americans, the Battle of Iuka, Confederate prisoners of war, sutlers, the Battle of Corinth, the weather, having a boil, and finances.

Letter from Lib Ewing to Nan Ewing dated October 9, 1864. In this letter, she discusses the status of family members serving on the front, family news, men recently drafted from Woodbridge Township, Michigan, and religion.

Letter from Jerome Kroll to his father dated January 12, 1862. In this letter, he discusses family and friends enlisting, hunting, and a funeral of a friend.