Manuscript Database
Creator/Title
Gill, George F., 1836-1903. Diary, 1862-1863. 1 item.
Call No.
Mss. A G475
Content
Sgt. Gill, 1st Kentucky Infantry Regt. (Union), records events just prior to his capture during the Battle of Stones River, Murfreesboro, TN, during his imprisonment at Libby Prison, Richmond, VA, and following his release two weeks later. He describes how he was transported to Richmond, prison conditions and how prisoners bartered for food and clothing. Collection includes photocopies of his military pension records and unit history.