All letters in the Harvey Collection, arranged in chronological order. To browse letters by key authors, navigate to an author sub-collection from the previous page.
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Letter from Zachariah Chandler to Thomas S. Armstrong
Zachariah Chandler
December 16, 1861; Putnam, OHZachariah Chandler tells Thomas he has orders to organize a regiment next Thursday.
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Letter from Sturges S. Sigler to Thomas S. Armstrong
Sturges S. Sigler
January 29, 1862; Newark, OHSturges Sigler writes to Thomas that his business is in such shape he needs to refrain from joining the volunteer infantry. He offers Thomas advice on attracting the attention of his superiors while enlisted.
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Letter from George W. Porter to Francis P. Porter
George W. Porter
February 01, 1862; Fort Donelson, TNAn unattached note from George to Francis to keep his sent letters secure for him.
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Letter from Thomas S. Armstrong to Francis P. Porter
Thomas S. Armstrong
February 23, 1862; Fort Donelson, TNThomas details two weeks of his regiment's travel and camp conditions. Wilbur contracts "lung fever" and leaves camp for a hospital in Cincinnati.
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Letter from Robert Hanson to Francis P. Porter
Robert Hanson
February 23, 1862; Fort Donelson, TNRobert describes travel to a battle at Fort Donelson on the Steamer Neptune via the Cumberland River and the circumstances by which the 78th OVI missed military engagement.
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Letter from William Armstrong to Thomas S. Armstrong
William Armstrong
March 01, 1862; Cincinnati, OHWilliam describes Wilbur's condition and asks Thomas to write him at the hospital.
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Letter from Flavilla Armstrong to Thomas S. Armstrong
Flavilla Armstrong
March 02, 1862; Norwich, OHFlavilla wrote to her brother about travels, Rachel Etnires's death, and the health of others.
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Letter from Jacob G. Armstrong to Thomas S. Armstrong
Jacob G. Armstrong
March 02, 1862; Norwich, OHJacob discusses Wilbur's health and the people caring for him in the 4th Street Hospital. William heads for Cincinnati to visit Wilbur at the urging of Mr. Gomer Wynne.
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Letter from George W. Porter to Francis P. Porter
George W. Porter
March 03, 1862; Fort Donelson, TNIn the aftermath of the battle, George describes the dynamic between the Union army and the nearby communities "in the heart of Secesh." He expects the regiment will be heading up river to Nashville.
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Letter from Thomas S. Armstrong to Jane Armstrong
Thomas S. Armstrong
March 17, 1862; Fort DonelsonThomas's will, bequeathing everything to his mother, Jane E. Armstrong.
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Letter from Thomas S. Armstrong to Francis P. Porter
Thomas S. Armstrong
March 19, 1862; Crumps Landing, TNThomas says the men are improving in health and getting ready to move "somewhere" but rumors about enemy positions are prevalent.
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Letter from Gomer Wynne to William Armstrong
Gomer Wynne
March 22, 1862; Cincinnati, OHInvoice from undertaker for Wilbur's coffin
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Letter from George W. Porter to Francis P. Porter
George W. Porter
March 23, 1862; Crumps Landing, TNGeorge talks about regiments gathering near Corinth, Mississippi in preparation for a "big fight," requests letters from friends and family.
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Letter from Robert Hanson to Francis P. Porter
Robert Hanson
March 26, 1862; Camp Crump, TNRobert speaks highly of George's leadership and fitness for promotion. He predicts the camp will march for Corinth within days.
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Letter from Jacob G. Armstrong, Jane Armstrong, and Matilda Hull to Thomas S. Armstrong
Jacob G. Armstrong, Jane Armstrong, and Matilda Hull
March 30, 1862; Norwich, OHNotes from Jane Elizabeth Armstrong, William Armstrong, Jacob, and Matilda Hull in mourning after Wilbur's death.
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Letter from Mary Armstrong and Jacob G. Armstrong to Thomas S. Armstrong
Mary Armstrong and Jacob G. Armstrong
March 30, 1862; Norwich, OHMary informs Thomas that Mr. Heath who preached at Wilbur's funeral died.
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Letter from Thomas S. Armstrong to Francis P. Porter
Thomas S. Armstrong
March 30, 1862; Crumps Landing, TNThomas writes of the challenges of military life and the provisions the regiment is afforded. He is not yet aware of Wilbur's death.
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Letter from Robert Hanson to Francis P. Porter
Robert Hanson
March 30, 1862; Crumps Landing, TNRobert predicts Thomas will get discharged due to the severity of his illness.
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Letter from Abram Hull and Matilda Hull to Jane Armstrong
Abram Hull and Matilda Hull
April 06, 1862; Claylick, OHAbram reports that Spencer Shipps is home, after being discharged due to illness. He learned from another correspondence that Thomas is also sick.
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Letter from Abram Hull and Matilda Hull to Thomas S. Armstrong
Abram Hull and Matilda Hull
April 06, 1862; Claylick, OHAbram and Matilda write to Thomas upon hearing the news of Wilbur's death.
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Letter from Mary Armstrong to Francis P. Porter
Mary Armstrong
April 07, 1862; Norwich, OHMary recounts Wilbur's death and the funeral in Norwich. [letter incomplete]
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Letter from George W. Porter to Francis P. Porter
George W. Porter
April 12, 1862; Pittsburgh Landing, TNGeorge provides a detailed account of the 78th OVI's involvement in the Battle of Shiloh.
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Letter from Thomas S. Armstrong to Francis P. Porter
Thomas S. Armstrong
April 17, 1862; Shiloh, TNThomas relays his thoughts on Wilbur's death and his own illness during the regiment's engagement in the Battle of Shiloh
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Letter from Thomas S. Armstrong to Francis P. Porter
Thomas S. Armstrong
April 21, 1862; Shiloh, TNDue to his ongoing illness, Thomas is discharged from the military. He confides that his condition was worse than he described in his last letter but he has recovered.
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Letter from Paymaster General's Office to Thomas S. Armstrong
Paymaster General's Office
April 22, 1862; Pittsburgh Landing, TNReceipt ($28.25) for clothing and a summary of payment to Thomas certified by Captain Zachariah M. Chandler