The regiment was organized at Auburn, Alabama, in 1862, and it saw action at Perryville, Murfreesboro, Chickamauga, Mission Ridge, Dalton, Atlanta and Franklin. The book contains muster lists for the company and gives information about supplies and...
During the Civil War, Alex served in the 2nd and 3rd Alabama Cavalry. In the letter he discusses weather and conditions in camp; crops planted in the area; the possibility of a battle soon; reinforcements arriving daily; and the strict discipline...
During the war, Warrick served in the Coosa Home Guards, and he was a private in Company C of the 34th Alabama Infantry. In the letter he explains that the Confederate forces are retreating from Dalton, Georgia, and are about thirty miles from...
In the letter Cadenhead explains that he will soon be leaving for Dalton, Georgia, to join the 34th Alabama Regiment. He also mentions that he was unable to get a furlough, and he discusses the livestock and crops at home: "I was sorrey to heare...
In the letter Cadenhead explains that he is on his way to Dalton, Georgia, to join Company H of the 34th Alabama Regiment; he mentions that "the yankey cavalary has got on this side of Atlanter I expect to get inn a battle soon." He closes by...
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