Solomon V. Munger Collection

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to A. Butler dated June 15, 1862. In the letter, Solomon explains that he enlisted in the army for the good of his country and to keep down "the traitors." In many ways, it is a letter of justifying his service. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his son, Hiram V. Munger, dated June 16, 1863. In the letter, Solomon describes his 5 day march from St. Louis to Arcadia in some of the roughest and most wilderness country he has ever seen. He goes into great detail to describe the military convoy, their equipment, and their methods for traversing trhough rough terrain. 

Letter from Hiram V. Munger dated May 22, 1864. In the letter, Hiram provides a brief letter that updates his mother on the status of his father, Solomon V. Munger. 

Letter to Solomon V. Munger from his children dated March 24, 1862. In the letter, his children provide an update of lif eon the farm, the family, and their work.

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated November 7, 1863. In this short letter, Solomon mentions he does not think he will make it home by the winter, but inquires about his wife and ends his letter addressing his children. 

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. 

Munger, Solomon V, Barry County. Enlisted in company I, 2nd Regiment, Merrill Horse, March 10, 1862, at Battle Creek, for 3 years. Mustered March 10, 1862. Died at Litttle Rock, Ark., May 28, 1864. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated May 15, 1863. In this short letter, Solomon adds to the previous letter he sent a day prior. He mentions an encounter his regiment had with 500 Native Americans, describing their appearance and mannerism. 

Letter from Hiram V. Munger to his mother, Amanda, and his brother, Bill, dated December 7, 1864. In this letter, Hiram provides a brief update on his well-being as well as his financial situation. The second part of the letter to his brother discusses his life after the war back home, what is in store for him, and pleads to Bill to keep up his work taking care of the family home. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated October 22, 1863. In the letter, Solomon hears from his daughter that Amanda is sick and hopes that she is well. He assures her that he is well and has no dangerous responsibilities and hopes to send her money soon. 

Receipt for a shipment sent by American Express Company to Solomon V. Munger from Amanda Munger dated December 19, 1862. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated January 4, 1863. In the letter, Solomon inquires about the family farm and updates Amanda on his well-being, as well as the weather in Arkansas. He ends his letter addressing his children. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated January 4, 1863. In the letter, Solomon inquires about the family farm and updates Amanda on his well-being, as well as the weather in Arkansas. He ends his letter addressing his children. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his family dated December 9, 1863. In the letter, Solomon describes the war experience of a riend who wrote to him. He mentions to Amanda that the regiment will be mustered out of service in September, which is when he edpects to be home. He also describes his pay as a soldier. 

Letter from Hiram V. Munger to his mother, Amanda, and his brother, Bill, dated October 12, 1864. In this letter, Hiram reassures his mother that he is quite well and will not die while in the service. He ends his letter, writing to his brothe Bill, inquiring about his life at home.  

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his family dated January 24, 1864. In the letter, Solomon writes to his wife, Amanda, criticizing the lack of correspondence and how the soldier life is treating him well. He writes to his children in the second half of the letter, asking his daughter if the town has raised money for soldiers this winter and asks his son to get him a new horse. 

Letter from Hiram V. Munger to his mother, Amanda, dated March 29, 1865. In the letter, Hiram updates his mother on his well-being and describes his every day activities in the regiment while stationed in Camp Thomas. He also describes the camp itself. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated February 29, 1864. In the letter, Solomon sends Amanda the certificate of his reenlistment so he can receive his bounty from the town. He is unsure on when he will return home and does not have much to update Amanda on. 

Letter to Solomon V. Munger from a friend dated March 8, 1863. In the letter, Solomon receives updates about his friends life at home and describes a mutual friend, Charles Gardner, and a recent battle he fought in. He also mentions a hard battle to be fought in Vicksburg. 

Letter from Patrick R. Gardner to Amanda Munger dated February 28-29, 1864. In the letter, Patrcik mentions the passing of Alice Munger, Solomon's mother, and discusses the enlistment of both Soloman and Hirum. He mentions is visit to see Charles Gardner in Virginia, explains his status, and describes witnessing the Rebel Army and forts in Virginia. 

Letter from Hiram V. Munger to his mother, Amanda, dated March 25, 1865. In the letter, Hiram mentions he has rejoined his regiment in Chattanooga with other Michigan regiments. He has no major updates to provide his mother since he had only arrived a day prior. 

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 Solomn V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated July 3, 1863. In this short letter, Solomon updates his wife on the march and discusses the recent pay he has sent her. 

 Letter from the Munger Family to Solomon V. Munger dated March 7, 1863. In the letter, the family updates Solomon on life on the home front. The children provide a descriptive message describing their lives.

Letter from Hiram V. Munger to his mother, Amanda, dated November 17, 1864. In this incomplete letter, Hiram expresses how is fairing in Arkansas and mentions the death of someone he knew in the war. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated March 6, 1864. In the letter, Solomon writes an urgent and personal letter to his wife inquiring about the bounty and reassuring he rabout his reenlistment. He is still unsure on his reurn home but is very anxious about new that has risen in the camp. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated May 10, 1863. In the letter, Solomon describes his return to his company and his lack of pay. He beleives the war will be over by the fall and mentions the recent fighting and loss in Fredericksburg. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated January 25, 1864. In the letter, Solomon mentions that a friend has brought him butter and a letter from home. He mentions he will be heading to St. Louis in 3-4 weeks before possibly heading home. 

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 Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, from an unspecified dates. In this brief letter, Solomon wishes Amanda well and hopes she is not working too hard. Solomon hopes to come home soon. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated May 28, 1863. In the letter, Solomon discusses his lack of pay and the financial trouble that has burdened Amanda. He reassures her that he is behaving and tries to be well respected in the army and his company. 

Letter from Hiram V. Munger to his family dated December 6, 1864. In this letter, Hiram mentions that a soldier in his company inquired about buying his mother's home. Hiram asks his mother to write a letter describing the place and how much she might want for it. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his family dated June 2, 1863. Solomon begins his letter addressing his daughter and son, providing fatherly advice and a brief update on himself. He ends his letter to his wife, Amanda, updating her on his recent March and his contact with Charles Gardner. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, at an unspecified date. In this short letter, Solomon discusses his pay and sending money to his wife, Amanda. He ends his letter with a few words to his children.

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated June 13, 1863. In the letter, Solomon mentions that his regiment has begun their march out of St. Louis, Missouri, heading southest toward the Iron Mountain Railroad. With 1,600 men and 8 canons, Solomon believes they will be sent to Arkansas to fight General Sterling Price and General John S. Marmaduke. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated September 30, 1863. In the letter, Solomon's health has improved well enough for hom to return to his regiment in Brownsville, Arkansas. He discusses the lack of communication between his wife and himself and mentions his encounter with a few individuals from Michigan. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated September 17, 1863. In the letter, Solomon updates her on his well-being and describes the hospital he is in. He mentions the Union Army marched into Little Rock on the 10th of September without firing a gun. The city was evacuated by General Sterling Price who fled to Arkadelphia, Arkansas. Solomon ends his letter by writing to his children. 

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. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated July 20, 1863. In the letter, Solomon is writing from camp, which is at the site of the Battle of Chalk Bluff fought in May. He inquires on his family and mentions his new duty in the hospital. He ends his letter addressing his kids. 

Letter from the Munger Family to Solomon V. Munger dated March 18, 1863. In the letter, the family write that they have sent Solomon a care package and his daughter provides an update on her life at home. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, at an unspecificed date. In this short letter, Solomon discusses his pay and sening money to his wife, Amanda. He ends his letter with a few words to his children. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated June 29, 1863. In the letter, Solomon updates his wife on his march to the South. He mentions that his regiment is heading to Pochahontas, Arkansas with 2,000 soldiers and 50 canons.