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Births at civil war (and previous) Forts - were they recorded?

lanarman — 26 May 2008 1:23:20 GMT

Where would one find (if they were recorded at all), 2 births at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas in 1858 and 1859; 1 birth at Fort McHenry, Maryland 1860 and 1 birth at either Fort Pickens or Fort Barrancas, Florida in 1863? Father was in 2nd Artillery, Reg. Army and his wife was probably a servant to the officers or worked inside fort as well.

Annie turner Wittenmyer

Bea Vandervalk — 26 Jan 2004 5:51:16 GMT

Annie Wittenmyer was my Great-aunt, her brother David Turner my grand-father. Annie came to Montana to visit her brother and family and made one of the first trips through what is now Yellowstone Park. I would gladly communicate with any members of the Wittenmyer family or share my memories of stories of her visits to this area. I also followed her lead and fought for Womens Rights both on the domestic and International front, until I retired.

Bea Vandervalk
Beavnd104@aol.com

Vivandieres

Beth Atkins — 21 Oct 2002 10:46:41 GMT

Anyone interested in learning about Civil War vivandieres or daughter of the Regiment, or women interested in CW reenacting, check out my new webpage.

Woman's Relief Corp/Pike Co IL/Anna Reynolds Hall

JMysinger7434 — 22 Nov 2006 12:48:59 GMT

I have been trying to find info on Anna Reynolds Hall's involvement with the WRC in Pike Co., Illinois. She is my Great grandmother and her obit stated that she was a member of the WRC and had also held office. Any help will be appreciated.

Female Soldiers

Matt Parker — 21 Mar 2006 1:55:43 GMT

Many reasons for their enlistment: to be with spouse, "The Cause", prostitution, etc.

One example is a female soldier caught serving in the 26th North Carolina Infantry Regiment. The 26th suffered 80% casualties at Gettysburg. The greatest percentage loss of any unit in the battle:

http://thomaslegioncherokee.tripod.com/confederate.html

Women of the Rev. Civil and Ind. Wars-1826-1873

dsegelquist — 13 Dec 2005 4:06:32 GMT

All these women lived in the time of War be it Rev. war, Civil War or Ind. Wars. I will have info on all these women. This info is in the form of ( Bill’s ) from Congress . If you see a name you would like let me know. The date in front of the name is the year of the Bill.

1826- Mrs. Susan Decatur widow of Commodore Stephen Decatur-Claim
1871-Mrs. Mary Ann Dodd-Pension
1871-Mrs. Margaret Webb-Pension
1870-Mrs. Lucy H. Carroll-Relief-Arkansas
1870-Mrs. Hiberin Armstrong-Arkansas
1865-Mrs. Lucy Rice-Relief-Virginia
1831-Mrs. Claissa B. Harrison widow of John C. Symmes Harrison-Indiana
1873-Mrs. Isabella Orange-Land-Relief-Ohio
1869-Mrs. Naomi Adams-Pension-Missouri
1868-Mrs. Susan Ten Eyck Williamson-Pension
1872-Mrs. M. S. Morse widow of Isaac E. Morse-Pension
1858-Mrs. Eliza E. Ogden-Relief
1860-Mrs. A. E. Childs widow of Thomas Childs-Relief
1860-Mrs. Rachel McMillan widow of Robert T. McMillan-Relief-Pension
1856-Mrs. Ann P. Derrick widow of W. S. Derrick-Relief
1856-Mrs. Ann Turner widow of Elbert Turner-Pension
1856-Mrs. M. E. McKnight widow of Francis McKnight-Pension
1854-Mrs. Ann W. Angus widow of Samuel Angus-Relief
1860-Mrs. Jane M. McCrabb widow of John W. McCrabb
1856-Mrs. Caroline Newington-Land-Relief
1858-Mrs. Hariet O. Read-Executrix of A. C. W. Fanning-Relief
1856-Mrs. Olivia W. Cannon widow of Joseph W. Cannon-Pension
1850-Mrs. Margaret Hetzel widow of A. R. Hetzel-Relief
1858-Mrs. Agatha O’Brien widow of J. P. J. O’Brien-Relief
1854-Mrs. Sally T. B. Cochrane widow of R. E. Cochrane-Horse

Clara Barton's followers

KateNich — 28 Jul 2005 2:09:45 GMT

We have a family story that my gr-gr-grandmother was one of Clara Barton's helpers (nurses & public health) during the Civil War. Does anyone know of where I might be able to confirm this?

Blalock, Malinda

JanettCalland99 — 4 Apr 2006 12:02:50 GMT

Am fascinated by Malinda Blalock and would like further information regarding anything about her. She was born and raised in the mountains of North Carolina and along with her husband, Willima "Keith" Blalock, were Unionists who served with a Michigan regiment secretly during the Civil War. Thank you.

Jan

Alsie Sexton -female civil war doctor

Shonda Smith — 21 Oct 2002 11:09:31 GMT

I am looking for information on Alsie Sexton, she was supposed to have been a doctor during the civil war.

Civil War Women & Prostitution

Pat — 5 Sep 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I have been having alot of trouble finding detailed information regarding prostitution during the Civil War. If anyone knows of sources, websites, etc. that could be of help, I'd appreciate it. Thanks.

Flora Cook Stuart, Almira Russell Hancock & Sally Corbell Pickett

Connie Old — 31 Aug 2003 12:30:14 GMT

Need Bio. info. on CW generals' wives: Flora Cooke Stuart, Almira Russell Hancock, & Sally Corbell Pickett. Have found only minimal information on web or at library. Do you have information or know a source? Need info for "Women of the Civil War" page at Mason-Dixon Chat Forum. (www.msn.groups/MasonDixonChatForum - please join us) Would appreciate any help you can give. Thanks!

Confederate nurses - Missouri

Julie Sandland — 20 Aug 2003 9:17:43 GMT

Hello,
I am looking for info about Confederate nurses in Missouri, Civil War.
ZEE MIMMS (future wife of Jesse James) was said to have worked as a Confederate nurse before she cared for Jesse in her home in Harlem, MO in 1865.
Does anyone know where I might find records like these?
Thanks

Women's Relief Corps

julieward28 — 21 Oct 2002 10:49:26 GMT

I have the book, SPARKS FROM THE CAMP FIRES, copyright 1891. In this book is a section titled Women's Relief Corps and its Officers. There are the following biographies:
Life of Mrs. E. Florence BARKER
Life of Mrs. Kate B. SHERWOOD
Life of Mrs. Sarah E. MILLS FULLER
Life of Mrs. Elizabeth D'ARCY KINNE
Life of Mrs. Emma STARK HAMPTON
Life of Mrs. Charity RUSK CRAIG
Life of Mrs. Annie WITTENMYER
Life of Mrs. Mary SEARS McHENRY

All the above biographies include a portrait of the woman subject. I'll be happy to copy the biography and portrait for any interested.

What is 'KC GAR'?

bmacavoy — 28 Jun 2001 2:17:23 GMT

I have a list of 20-30 women who are buried in Essex County, New Jersey. These women are included in the official Essex County Veterans burial records with the connotation 'KC GAR'. I presume they were Civil War nurses, but I have my doubts. Could 'KC' mean 'Knitting Circle' or some sort of auxiliary?

WRC post22

Rusty Lox — 8 Apr 2003 1:54:02 GMT

I am seeking any information concerning the WRC post 22 in Northeast Missouri. Any assistance would be appreciated

Civil War Veterans

samuelraddis19 — 1 Oct 2002 12:51:47 GMT

I am looking for information on an organzation called the Daughters of Union Vetrans of the Civil War. I recently found a medillion from this organization among some long-lost materials belinginh=g to my mother. I know she was not a member any such organization, but her mother may have been. The medallion contains a red, white and blue ribbon hung from a bar with the initials FCL, the meaning of which I don't know. My curiosity has really been raised to a new level. Any help would be apreciated.

Captain Sally Lousia Tompkins C.S.A.

RHollerand — 21 Oct 2002 12:28:39 GMT

Interesting article in a recent issue of Confederate Veteran
on Sally Louisa Tompkins of Virginia. She received a Commission as Captain, Cavalry, Unassigned. Confederate States Army.
She is the first known female in the world to hold a military commission. Not even Joan of Arc held a military commission.

Emily Collins

rivers1 — 1 Jul 2002 1:52:23 GMT

I am trying to locate Emily Collins from Pamlico County (today, that is) , North Carolina. She was married to Frank Collins who , according to the Federal Pension Index, was a member of the N. C. Volunteers. They lived in Pamlico County, N. C. during the mid to late 1800's.

Thanks for any help.

Monta Noble Maley

sandracarter13 — 21 Oct 2002 12:26:28 GMT

I am searching for info on Monta Noble Maley who was a nurse in the Civil War. She received a medal of honor from Lincoln.

Civil War Account of Young Tillie Pierce, Resident of Gettysburg, NY

jeanrice — 21 Oct 2002 10:45:52 GMT

Secret Agents in the Civil War

jeanrice — 21 Oct 2002 11:01:54 GMT

A GALLERY OF SECRET AGENTS: Accurate information regarding the enemy's intentions, dispositions, and strength could spell the difference between defeat and victory. The best-known "secret" agent on the Union side you are probably already familiar with, Allan Pinkerton, the private detective who established the Secret Service. Pinkerton enjoyed some successes and some notable failures (during the Peninsular Campaign he repeatedly provided Major General McClellan with estimates that doubled the size of the opposing forces) but he was seldom out of the public eye. For agents working undercover such publicity could mean a death sentence.

Pretty Pauline Cushman (who had her own Civil War uniform and weapons) was captured in the South after spying for the Union. Sentenced to be executed, she was spared when retreating Confederates left her behind.

Rose Greenhow charmed information out of high-ranking Union figures and then sent it along to Richmond. Even Pinkerton, who eventually arrested her, had to acknowledge Mrs. Greenhow's "almost irresistable seductive powers." Mrs. Greenhow had at least one child, a lovely little daughter.

Even more flamboyant was Belle Boyd who became a Rebel courier, conveying messages and medicines through the Union lines. Eventually deported to Canada, Miss Boyd became a tireless self-promoter after the war, telling and retelling her exploits until fact and fiction merged.

Seamstresses back East in the Civil War

kathcart — 5 Jul 2001 2:48:45 GMT

According to oral family history, Nannie Samples was a teen when she worked making uniforms for the Confederacy. I am searching to find her parents, and believe her father or some kin might be William Samples. Nannie married James Vitetto Carter from TN and they moved west, first to Colorado and later to OK. Nannie was b. about 1847 or so, and according to family tradition, during the war she lived with kinfolks in AL, GA, SC and or TN. Her death certificate shows her mother as Julia Samples and father as John Sanders, but my guess is that the Sanders part should also read Samples. I have found references to women who worked in the Confederate war effort at sewing factories. I would welcome information about anything related to this...More historical info? Where to find Rosters? Another Samples researcher?

Franceskca Klein - NY Civil War Embroiderer, 52nd NY Infantry Regiment (German Rangers) Banner

jeanrice — 22 Jun 2001 5:38:41 GMT

A quite beautiful late-war presentation flag for the 52nd New York (also known as the German Rangers) was crafted by a New York embroiderer, Franceskca Klein. Presented to the regiment in 1863, the regimental banner honored the unit's service during the bloody battles of the Peninsular campaign, as well at Antietam and Fredericksburg. A personification of Liberty astride an eagle adorns the flag.

A photo of the flag can be found in "Echoes of Glory, Arms and Equipment of the Union," a Time-Life book.

Civil War - Angels of the Battlefield

jeanrice — 21 Oct 2002 11:01:16 GMT

Dorothea Dix and Clara Barton were the leaders of a national effort to organize a nursing corps to care for the Civil War's wounded and sick. Dix was already recognized for her work in improving the treatment received by the insane when she began to recruit women to serve as nurses in the Army Medical Bureau. Military traditionalists opposed her, but she prevailed, armed with indominable will and singleness of purpose. One of the standards that Dix established for nurses was that they be "plain-looking" and middle-aged." In those days it was considered indecorous for angels of mercy to appear otherwise than gray-haired and spectacled," explained one young lady rejected by Dix. "Such a thing as a hospital corps of comely young maiden nurses, possessing grace and good looks, was then unknown." Recruits nicknamed her "Dragon Dix," but it was a badge of honor if it indicated what it took to succeed in creating the army's first professional nursing corps.

Clara Barton worked on parallel lines, but outside the official military system. A Massachusetts schoolteacher, Barton had come to Washington in 1854 to work at the U. S. Patent Office. Determined to play a role in the events of 1861, she cared for wounded soldiers who had returned to Washington. Thanks to financial support garnered throughout New England, Barton had the means, along with the resolve, to overcome the military bureauracy and travel to the front lines. "I went in while the battle raged," she recalled with pride. After the war, she was instrumental in the creation of an American branch of the International Red Cross.

"French Mary" Tepe - "Vivandiere" in the Civil War

jeanrice — 21 Oct 2002 11:06:27 GMT

Harriet J. Chamberlain-Wright, Civil War nurse

Charles E. Coleman — 21 Oct 2002 11:11:48 GMT

I am looking for information and/or pictures of Harriet J. Chamberlain-Wright, a Civil War nurse whom Walt Whitman described as "the best nurse on either side". She was married and divorced to an Ashley Wright of Saco, Maine. She reitired to Washington, D.C. where she lived with a Dr. Foster until her death in 1915. She had one surviving nephew, William C. Hovey, of Benton Harbor, Michigan. Anyone with information or pictures of Harriet J. Chamberlain-Wright is urged to contact me ASAP. Thank you. ccoleman@mail.sctboces.org

Southern Unionist Women

wmfrederick — 31 May 2002 11:55:53 GMT

My GG grandfather William M. Frederick lived in Marion Co. Al at the time of the Civil War. He and George W. Kennedy joined the 3rd Ohio Cav when the Union occupied Tuscumbia in 62. I would like to know more about my GG grandmother Adaline (Tyra) Frederick during the time William was gone. Also, to know more about other southern "union" families.
Thank you.

Dave Frederick