Bement, Ansel. Letter, 24 September 1861. 4pp.
Mss. C B
Bement, with the 49th Ohio Infantry Regt., describes the regiment's welcome in Louisville; stops at Camp Rousheau, and Elizabethtown; possibly marching to Bowling Green; inadequate food, clothing, and shelter; stealing food; camp prayer meetings; troop strength at E'town and Bowling Green; and an L&N bridge burned by "Secesh."
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