The Connecticut war record, 1863-1865, Part 66

Author: Morris, John M., ed
Publication date: 1863
Publisher: New Haven : Peck, White & Peck
Number of Pages: 886

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now are, expecting daily to be ordered to the field. : The reason alleged for their detention is a mild ease of small pox, on account of which, it is said,

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embarking ou a sailing vessel for Roanoke, and terized by the loftiest sense of honor, and the de- was accidentally knocked overboad by a blow termination to do right at all hazards and under from the boom, and drowned ere assistance could all circumstances, his integrity was not to be bent. reach him ; and With talents of the first order, a good education.

WHEREAS, The deceased had become endeared ! and a well cultivated mind, he united a spirit of to us by long association and many admirable | resolution and an energy of will that would have qualities, and moreover was the last of the origi- nal captains of the regiment, therefore

Resolved, That while we bow submissively to | he was taken prisoner with the others. A few the Almighty's decree, yet we deeply deplore the ; days afterwards he fell sick, and died on the 7th fate which has deprived us so suddenly of a friend ' of July. He sleeps far away from that New Eng. manly and necomplished ; a comrade affectionate : land home he loved so well and yearned after so aad true, and of a fellow soldier whose counsels . strongly, adding another to the long list of youth- in the early organization of the regiment were of ful heroes who have offered themselves up as sae. great service, and whose memory will be cherished inifices on the altar of their country. R. C. V." while the regiment has a history.

Resolved, That we deeply sympathize with the family of the deceased iu their bereavement, and mingle our grief with theirs over the loss of so good a son and brother.

Resolved, That in respect to the memory of the deceased, we will wear the customary badge of mourning for thirty days.

Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the family of the deceased, and pub- lished in each of the Hartford papers and the Con- nectieut War Record.

JOHN II. BURNHAM,

Lieut. Col. Commanding. and President. JOHN B. CLAPP, Ist Lt. and Adj't aud See'y.

HEADQUARTERS 16TH CONN. VOLS .. Camp at Newbern, N. C, 11th March, 1864.

[General Orders No. 4.]

The Lieutenant Colonel Commanding announces to the regiment with profound regret the sudden death of Captain EDWARD II. MIx, Co. B.

Ile was on his way to rejoin the regiment, when. on the 7th inst., while sailing through Albermarle Sound, he was suddenly thrown overboard and drowned.

Captain Mix was one of the first officers to com- menee recruiting for the regiment, and was identi- fied with it to the time of his untimely end. Ile had previously served some time creditably in the . First Connectient Artillery, and with the know. ledge there gained rendered valnable assistance during the earlier days of the organization of the regiment.

By his superior ability as an officer, and his gen. ial qualities as a' companion and a gentleman, he won for himself the approbation of his superiors, the friendship and good will of his brother officers, and the respect and confidence of his men.

The fact that he was the only one left to ns of our original captains, makes bis loss doubly felt, ." and the commanding officer trusts that his mnemo- ry may be cherished by the whole command.

The usual badge of mourning will be worn by the officers for thirty days.

By order of JOHN H. BURNHAM, Lieutenant Colo- nel commanding.

JOHN B. CLAPP, Adjutant.

BRIDGEPORT, March 30th, 1861. Editor of the Way Record :

DEAR SIR :- Please insert the following, taken : immortality. from the Standard :

"Died, in hospital at Brashear City, La., July 7th, Sergt. Fred. L. Curtis, of Co. I, 23d Regt. C. V., aged 24 years, 10 months.

"In the Standard of the 26th, among the deaths, is that of Fred. L. Curtis, of Co. I, 23d Regt. C. V. It is with feelings of the profoundest grief that the brother soldiers and numerous i other friends of this young maa deplore his early: death. Stricken down in all the pride and glory of an opening manhood and on the threshold of a life that promised him so much happiness and

JOUN L. PRESTON, of Cheshire, Conn., a private prosperity, it was hard for him to leave this ; in Co. A. 20th Regt. C. V., was killed at the bat- Resolred. That a copy of these resolutions be bright and beautiful world behind. As a soldier tle of Chancellorsville, May 3d, 1863. Ile was / transmitted to the family of the deceased, to the he ever discharge I his duties faithfully and puue -. born in Handen, Conn, July 23, 1830. At an : Meriden Recorder and Connecticut War Record for tually, and won for banself the highest regard off early age he was left an orphan, but his character publication. his superior officers, as well as of his fellow sol- for honesty and good behavior won for him many diers. With them indeed he was a favorite, for he always had a kindly word, a pleasant smile, or a friendly jest for each and every one. Charac-'

insured hin success in any of the paths of life. Slightly wounded at the battle of Brashear City,

Captain E. W. Gibbons.

Died. in hospital opposite Fredericksburg, Va., Dee. 19th, 1862, Capt. Elijah W. Gibbons, Captain of Co. B, 14th Conn. Vols., aged 31 years.

Captain Gibbous was a native of Middletown, Conn. At the age of 19 years he was made the subject of God's renewing grace and united with the Baptist Church in his native place, of which church he continued a consistent and worthy mem- ber until his decease. Few youth give themselves so completely to the service of Christ at once as he did. His heart entered into sympathy with the church in all its interests and labors. He was a constant attendant upon all the services of the church, aad a faithful worker in the prayer and conference meetings, He was efficient in instituting and maintaining devotional meetings for youthful disciples, and a most active and faithful supporter of the Sabbath School, and was accustomed to attend his pastor on his preaching excursions to out district. In the summer of 1861 he enlisted into the military service of his country, and went from this State holding the position of Ist Lieut. of a company in the 4th Conn. Vols., now Ist Ar- - tillery. He resigned his position in that regiment in May, 1862, and returning home, assumed his duties in the church with his old enthusiasm. When in the course of last summer the earnest call for more Union troops was made, Lieut. G. again enlisted, and soon reernited a company for the 11th Conn. Regiment, of which he was elected Captain. From the time his regiment left Hart- ford in August last until he fell upon the field, Captain G. shared all the fortunes of his eompaay. never being behind the regiment a duy and never neglecting his duty to his men. He led his eom- pany into the bloody field of Antietam gallantly. At the attack on the rebel batteries at Fredericks- burg, Dec. 13th, while advancing courageously with his company, he fell, his thigh shattered by a shot from the enemy. While he lingered a few days in great suffering, he manifested becoming resignation and patience, and died with the breath of prayer upon his lips. Capt. G. was dear to a large circle of friends. Ilis family is overwhelmed with sorrow. His fellow-officers and the men of his company mourn for him as brothers mourn. lle fell in the strength and beauty of early manhood, slain for his country, a victim of vile, dark treason. Hle died as the saint dietlı, passing from earth's convulsive, changeful life to

Now sadly we weep, that in life's brightest bloom One so noble as he should sink to the tomb ; For in order he led in the van of the host, And he felt like a soldier-he died at his post ! Vierorious his fall ; for he rose as he fell, With Jesus, his Master, in glory to dwell.

lle has passed o'er the sea ; he has reached the bright coast ;

For he fell like a martyr -- he died at his post. s. For the Connecticut War Record.

" friends. At the age of 18 years he was hopefully | converted to Christ and united with the Baptist Church, of which he continued a member up to

the time of his death. In the Sabbath School he took an active part, laboring faithfully for the souls committed to his care. At the call of his country he bade farewell to his family and friends and went forth to battle for the cause of truth and liberty. The Captam of the company to which he belonged thus speaks of him: "No man be. longing to my company was better fitted to ap- pear before his Maker than John L. Preston, and none did their duty as soldiers with more cheer- fulness, none more ready to assist their comrades. When the day of danger came, he who was most fearful lest he might do some one wrong, showed the resolution and courage of a true soldier. Ilis death wound was most honorable, right in the forehead, and he fell with hardly a struggle." Hle leaves a wife and two children to mourn his loss, yet we mourn not as those without hope. The thoughts of his rest shall soothe our sad grief, till the days of our exile have passed away. To meet him in glory will be sweet relief. We'll hail, then, the dawn of that glorious day.

Sergeant James Foster,

A meeting of the Union Guard of Meriden, was held in their armory, March 19th. 1864.

A committee, composed of Captain Jacob Eaton, Lieutenant W. W. Lee, and First Sergeant R. L. Smith, presented the following resolutions ; which, after appropriate remarks, were unanimously adopted :

Whercas, It hath pleased the Divine Father, " Who docth all things well," to remove by death our esteemed friend and worthy companion in arms, Sergeant James Foster, who, at the time of bis decease, was also a member of the First Conn. Cavalry, and as we would in our associated ca- pacity, give a clear and permanent expression to our high appreciation of the social excellen- eies, untarnished virtues, soldierly attainments, and patriotie devotion of the one thus early and suddenly removed from a beloved family, and a wide circle of endeared friends -- therefore,

Resolved, That it is with feelings of deep and unfeigned sorrow that we deplore the death of Sergeant James Foster, which occurred at Balti- more, Maryland, March 14th, 1864, and that in this dispensation we have lost a true friend, and our country a worthy and noble defender.

Resolved, That we do not view the death of our friend and fellow soldier by disease, soon after he had entered the active service of his country, and before he lind met the enemies of that country on the bloody field, as a life wasted, and a death withont effect in advancing our cause, but as another precions inspiring example of that sub- lime devotion to Divine and Human Right, which has been so often exhibited by our friends and fellow citizens in this wasting struggle, a devotion which will ultimately triumph over the enemies of law. justice and liberty ; and in view of this, and thousands of similar sacrifices, we will devote our- selves with greater interest and untiring zeal to the work of crushing forever a causeless and most cruel rebellion,

Resolved, That the interests involved in this struggle are too important and enduring, and that we, as individuals, and as a people, have suffered and sacrificed too much, to seek and accept any peace, except that which shall be based on the un- qualified submission of our enemies to the Consti- tution and Laws of the United States, a peace which shall be founded upon justice, and hence, both honorable and permanent.

Revolred, That we hereby tender our unfeigned sympathy to, and manifest our kindly regards for the afflicted family and other relatives of the de- ceased, rejoicing that there is much in their be- reavement to mitigate their sorrow, and " give songs in the night."

JACOB EATON, ) W. W. LEF, R. L. SMITH,

Committee.

GEORGE PECK, Secretary.

1864.]

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HOME DEPARTMENT.

Our Veterans. NUMBER FOUR.

THE TEXTII REGIMENT.

The reenlisted veterans of the Tenth arrived from St. Augustine, Fla., by the steamer Atlantic, Friday, Feb. 19th, and at New Haven by steamer Granite State the same evening. They remained on board all night, and left for Hartford early Saturday morning. Meanwhile they were visited ' by some of the city authorities, by Colonel Pardee. formerly a noble member of the Tenth, and other prominent citizens, Refreshments in abundance were distributed among the hungry men.

The regiment reached Ilartford at 9.15 A. M., and were received with military honors and a na- tional salute on the Park. The escort was formed on Iligh street, and marched in the following order :

Colonel George S. Burnham. Aid.

Marshal. Aid. Lieutenant J. S. Ives. Lt. Col. D. A. Rood. Battalion Veteran Reserve Corps, Major George A. Washburn. First Company Governor's Foot Guard, Major L. E. JIunt. Hartford City Guard, Captain John K. Williams. 275 Veterans of the Tenth Regiment, under com- mand of Major E. S. Greeley.

The line of march was np High to Church st. ; np Church to Main; down Main to the Stone

goodness make you welcome to the homes you will : soon seek, the sweetest and most precious earthly Bridge; and countermarch up Main to Central |hands and hearts can give, and when you have Row ; down Central Row to Market street ; up Market to City Hall.

The unusual severity of the weather did not deter the friends of the nation and the soldiers from participating in the rousing welcome which all felt the heroes of Roanoke Island, of Newbern, of Kingston, of Whitehall, of Goldsboro, and of Morris Island and Wagner, so richly deserve. Cheers and blessings greeted the noble braves at every point of the route.

The national colors were displayed everywhere. in single flags and in tasteful groupings, waring proud welcome, and inspiring enthusiasm and pat- riotism. Everybody marked with happy admira- tion the firm step, the healthy strength, the high- toned manhood, of this splendid body of in- vincible patriots.

The City IIall was handsomely decorated with national colors, and over the stage, in large let- ters, was written the sineere sentiment of every true and generous heart, "Welcome, Veterans?"" The galleries were crowded with patriotic ladies. appreciating and enjoying the scene as only Amer- ican women can.

The collation was excellent, substantial, and plentiful-in short, just the thing.

After all were seated, Rev. Mr. Calkins was in- troduced by Colonel Burnham, and addressed the veterans.

ADERESS OF BEV. MA. CALKINS.

Companions of the Tenth : I am glad to see you by a member of the regiment, who signs himself Oficers and Soldiers of the Tenth Regiment, and here in my own home. I am glad you are here "G. W. R." fellow citizens of Connecticut and the United to prove what I have so often said ahint yon: : States :- I have the honor, by the kind invitation of the committee appointed to receive you, to offer you a single word, for I know that you have before you a welcome so much warmer than can be tou- dered here that the briefest word will be acceptable.

I know that in the Roman Republic, when sol- diers returned from the seene of their conflicts. the forty of your officers and men are gone. And . multitude thronged to do them honor; and from sonte who are now here will not be here again. windows and honsetops, as the triumphant proces- You know that well. But I honor you for what sion marched, led in front by the Roman Senate ! von have done, and for what you will do. Morei and citizens, followed by the captives of war, and than sixty times have you been in line of battle, i lastly by the veterans who had won the victory, ; and you will, if need be, be in line of battle sixty the populace manifested their joy in loud huzzas or a hundred times more, and go forward and and other signs of earnest welcome. But, soldiers, never flinch. ( Applause.)

you have marched through our streets to day with : I have heard it said that veterans reenlisted for! nobler trend than did ever the warriors of ancient the bounties and furloughe, When I was in prison : 7th, 1562. Rome, for your triumphs have been sealed with at Columbia, S. C .. I saw that tested. There were the blood of heroes who fought to preserve the ' soldiers and sailors suffering for the want of a hit integrity of our National Union against the wicked , the money. But when Beauregnd's officers came efforts of domestic foes. It was recorded in Rome | and offered them money without stint, and fur- that celebrations should be given to only those men Iloughs to go where they pleased, if they would

who fought in defense of the Republic; but you answer a few questions about our army, not one have done more than this-you have been fighting American soldier or sailor listened-there wasn't worse than foreign foes-an enemy whose flag is money enough coined to buy up these soldiers. polluted with the stain of oaths falsely given, with (Applause. ) When at Whitehall our forces were treason, and fraud. Every Roman triumph decreed being swept by a murderous fire, the river was every captive human being to bondage ; but your behind them, but no bridge, and volunteers were triumphs strike off' the shackles of oppression, and , ealled for to swim that icy stream and fell trees in give freedom to the enslaved.

the face of that deadly fire, they sprang for- You have now come home to share for a brief , ward from the Connecticut Tenth. Every one of time its comforts, and we bid you a hearty wel- ; those volunteers is here to-day. (Applause.) come. We remember you as you went away from : When an expedition to attack Fort Sumter was us, with full rauks and stout hearts ; we remem- forming, and men were wanted to march to eer- ber that then many despaired of the Republic, but | tain death-to carry powder to blow up the pos- that you had firm faith in the success of your tern gate of Sumter, that others might obtain en. cause; we remember you at Roanoke Island, at ; trance over their bodies-volunteers stepped for- ward from the Connectieut Tenth, Every one of those men is here to-day. (Applause.) Kinston, and in other noted battles and engage. ments, where you have reflected honor upon your- I am glad to meet you here, soldiers, and I ask selves and upon your State and nation ; weremem- i ber. also, with sorrowing hearts, your lameuted : no better place than to be with you anywhere, till dead, Russell, Drake, and others, whose lives have ; our work shall be ended. (Applause and cheers.) been freely offered up, that the nation might live ; we remember all your noble deeds and sacrifices, and will never forget them until memory shall be dead in the grave.

The speech was heartily applauded. Chaplain Trumbull is deservedly honored and beloved by the gallant men of the Tenth. No class of men more quickly than soldiers appreciate mauly and gener- ons Christian character, or are more ready to bear lionest testimony to such character.

The veterans have recently presented to the Chaplain an elegant sword, sash, and belt. In the hilt of the sword is set a silver eross, and on the blade is engraved an open Bible and an appropri- ate text of acriptare.

The men received their furloughs nearly all on

CONDITION OF THE REGIMENT.

The regiment, including recruits, now numbers passed through these enjoyments among those upward of six hundred, under command of Colonel most loved by yon, and return to the mutual ; John L. Otis. scenes of the field and camp, may you soon come back to us to celebrate your final triumph over The returning veterans are commanded by the following officers : rebellion crushed, final peace restored. and free- ! Major E. S. GREELEY, commanding the battal- dom and liberty every where prevailing throughout ion. the length and breadth of the nation. (Loud ap. ! plause. )

Captains Charles C. Brewster, E. D. S. Good- After these remarks, divine blessing was in- year. S. L. White, B. L. Greaves, Frank Ilawkins. Lieutenants G. N. Mallory, Francis C. Hlieker- voked by the Rev. Mr. Leek. Colonel Buruham . son, James II. Lindsley, Win. L. Savage; aud then rose and made the following brief and highly ' Chinplnin H. Clay Trumbull.

satisfactory speech :

The Tenth has this splendid record: It has Soldiers : You have been so need to the double. ; fought in severe and bloody contests, and was quick, that you have taken us by the rapidity of never yet repulsed.

your movements in reaching here ; but we have. We hope to print in our comumns a minute and prepared a repa-t for you, to which you are now . just record of its unsurpassed achievements. Till invited ; and I assure yon that though you come to then we simply quote the careful and deserved the ice-bound North, our hearts are none the less praise of Joseph D. Williams, late Adjutant Gene- warm with gratitude toward you. Boys, take , ral of the State. Ile said:

" No regiment in the field has seen more active service, better sustained the reputation of Connec- tient troops, or met with greater loss of officers in ; action, than the Tenth."

Romoke Island, Newbern, Kinston, Gold-boro, Whitehall, Fort Waguer, and Fort Gregg, will not be forgotten while the Stars and Stripes are known and honored.

We here insert an ontline of the movements of the gallant Tenth, sent to us from West Winsted

that you are men of whom Connectient may well Arrivals and Departures of the Tenth Regiment Connecticut Volunteers, including bottles, skir- mishes, d.c., from Oct. 30th, 1861, to 19th Feb- ruary, 1564 : be proud. Yon have shown your devotion to the ! cause by reenlisting for three years, and I believe ! you would eulist for thirty years. if necessary to ! secure the full triumph of that flag. (Applause.) : But not all of your number are here. Over. THE BUASSIDE EXPEDITION.

Left Hartford, Conn., Oct. 30th, 1861.

Arrived at Annapolis, Md .. Nov. 3d. 1861. left Annapolis, Md., Jan, 9th, 1862. Arrived at Fortress Monroe, Va., Jan. 11th, 1862. Left Fortress Monroe, Va., Jan. 13th, 1862. Arrived at Hatteras Inlet, N. C., Jan. 15th, 1862. Left Hatteras Ivlet, N. C., Frb. 4th, 1862. Arrived off Roanoke Island, N. C., Feb. 5th, 1862. Bombardment of Roanoke Island, N. C., Feb.

Battle of Roanoke Island, N. C., Fcb. 8th, 1862. Left Roanoke Island, N. C .. March 11th, 1862. Arrived at Hatteras Inlet, N. C., March 11th, 1842. Left Hatteras Inlet, N. C., March 12th, 1862.

hold. (Cheers.)

With three cheers, and a " tiger " not greatly prolonged, the boys took hold.

When the repa-t was nearly concluded. Chap- lain Trumbull was espied making his way through the hall, with his wife and little girl. The boys hailed his appearance with repeated cheers, and insisted that he should make a speech.

REMARKS OF CHAPLAIN TRUMBULL ..

.Your triumph of reenlistment is one of vonr greatest triumplis. You have seen many hard. fought battles, and know what the Republie is worth. I never had such pride in humanity as 1 have experienced since these veteran regiments have come home to us, after reenlisting for the war. God bless you, soldiers ! for your courage and devotion to the old flag in so doing. God bless you, I say ; and may Ile in His Divine : Saturday, dated Feb. 20th.

COMOH

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Arrived off Sloeum's Creek, in Neuse river, N. C., March 13th, 1862.

Battle of Newbern, N. C., March 14th, 1862. Left Newbern, N. C., Oct. 27th, 1862. Arrived at Washington, N. C., Oct. 25th, 1862. Left Washington, N. C., Nov. 3d, 1862. Skkirmish at Rawl's Mills, N. C., Nov. 3d, 1862. Occupied Williamston, N. C., Nov. 4th, 1862. Left Williamston, N. C., Nov. 4th, 1862. Occupied Ilamilton, N. C., Nov. 5th. 1862. Left Ilamilton, N.C. Nov. 5th, 1862. Arrived at Tarboro Forks, N. C., Nov. sth, 1862. Left Tarboro Forks, N. C., Nov. 9th, 1862.

Arrived at Plymonth, N. C., Nov. loth, 1862. Left Plymouth, N. C., Nov. 11th, 1882. Arrived at Newbern, N. C., Nov. 12th, 1862. Left Newbern, N. C., Dec. 2d, 1862. Arrived at Roanoke Island, N. C., Dee. 4th, ; the eve of many a fond mother and gentle wife or 1862.

Left Roanoke Island, N. C., Dee. 5th, 1562. Arrived at Newbern, N. C., Dee. 5th, 1862. Some in every community have spent the time of their furlough in uproarious carousal, and squan- Left Newbern, N. C., Dee. 10th, 1862. Skirmish at Southwest Creek, Dec. 15th, 1862. Battle of Kinston, N. C., Dec. 14th, 1:12. Battle of Whitehall, N. C., Dec. 16th, 1562. Battle of Goldsboro, N. C., Dec. 15th, 1-62. Arrived at Newbern, N. C., Dec. 20th, 1862. FOSTER'S SOUTHERN EXPEDITION. Left Newbern, N. C., Jan. 26th, 1863. Arrived at Morehead City, N. C., Jan. 26th, 1803. . from the wealthy, the middle classes, and the poor. Left Morehead City, N. C., Jan, 28th, 1563. Arrived at Port Royal, S. C., Feb. 1st, 1865. Disembarked at Port Royal, S. C., Feb. 9th, 1863.

Left Port Royal, S. C., March 28th, 1863. Arrived at Seabrook Island, S. C., March 28th, 1863.

Left Seabrook Island, S. C., July 6th, 1863. Arrived at James Island, S. C., July loth. 1803. increased our patriotism, angmented our confi- Battle of James Island, S. C., July Inth, 1863. Idence in the army and the Government, and Left James Island, S. C., July 16th, 1863. Arrived on Cole Island, S. C., July 17th, 1863. Left Cole Island, S. C., July 17th, 1863.

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The Connecticut war record, 1863-1865, Part 66

Author: Morris, John M., ed Publication date: 1863 Publisher: New Haven : Peck, White & Peck Number of Pages: 886

Author: Morris, John M., ed
Publication date: 1863
Publisher: New Haven : Peck, White & Peck
Number of Pages: 886