Excerpt from Program of Exercises at the Dedication of a Soldiers Monument: Erected by the First Connecticut Light Battery the Sixth, Seventh and Tenth Connecticut Volunteers Monument Association, at the Broadway Park, New Haven, June 16, 1905
Col. Albert W. Drake, South Windsor. Enlisted October 26, 1861; mustered lieutenant-colonel October 26, 1861; promoted Colonel February 8, 1862; served as First Lieutenant Company A, First Regiment, Connecticut Volunteers. Died at South Windsor June 5, 1862.
Col. Ira W. Pettibone, Winchester. Appointed Major Octo ber 30, 1861; promoted lieutenant-colonel February 8, 1862; Colonel, June 5, 1862. Resigned November 15, 1862.
Col. John L. Otis, Manchester. Enlisted August 29, 1861; mustered Lieutenant Company B, October 29, 1861; promoted Captain Company I July 12, 1862; promoted Major, November 29, 1862; Colonel, March 14, 1863; wounded at Kingston, N. C., December 14, 1862; resigned October 18, 1864; Brevetted Briga dier-general United States Volunteers March 13, 1865. Died March 14, 1894, at Tarpon Springs, Fla.
Col. Edwin S. Greeley, New Haven. Enlisted August 31, 1861; mustered First Lieutenant Company C, October 22, 1861; promoted Captain Company A April 25, 1862; Major, March 14, 1863 lieutenant-colonel, September 7, 1864; Colonel, February 16, 1865; Brevetted brigadier-general March 13, 1865. Dis charged September 2, 1865.
Col. Ellsworth D. S. Goodyear, North Haven. Enlisted October 31, 1861; mustered Captain Company C October 22, 1861; discharged October 7, 1864; appointed Major December 1, 1864; lieutenant-colonel, February 17, 1865; wounded in charge of Fort Gregg, Petersburg, Va., April 2, 1865 Brevetted Colonel and brigadier-general April 2, 1865. Discharged for disability June 2, 1865.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book commemorates the regiments of Connecticut that fought in the Civil War, preserving the memory of the sacrifices made by these valiant soldiers. The author meticulously weaves together the stories of the First Connecticut Light Battery, and the 6th, 7th, and 10th Regiments, narrating their journeys from their induction to their heroic conduct in the war's most harrowing battles. Through the recollections of soldiers like George W. Warner, the armless veteran, this book breathes life into the valor of these men. It explores the depths of their patriotism and the resilience they displayed in the face of unimaginable hardships, shedding light on the horrors of war and the triumph of the human spirit. The author uncovers the intimate details of the regiments' service, their commanders, and the impact of their actions on the war's outcome. This book is a profound tribute to the brave men of Connecticut who fought for their nation, offering a glimpse into their inspiring legacy. It's a testament to the transformative power of courage and a timeless reminder of the sacrifices made to preserve the ideals of unity and freedom. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332837533_0
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