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MUSTER ROLL 1st PENNSYLVANIA ARTILLERY BATTERY A 1864 CIVIL WAR DOCUMENT

$ 155.76

  • Conflict: Civil War (1861-65)
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Modified Item: No
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Seller Notes: “Good see description & photos”
  • Theme: Militaria

Description

This unique and original Civil War document is marked at the top - Muster and Descriptive Roll of a Detachment of United States Veteran Volunteers Battery A of First Regiment of Penna. Light Vol. Artillery Commanded by Rob't. M. West. The second line reads - Called into Service of the United States by the President from the 26th day of February 1864 date of the muster term of 3 years only? Sworn? Discharged. The roll has 20 names of this units soldiers along with their town or county from which they come, occupations, date of 26th Feb. 1864, Near Portsmouth VA., Capt. Simpson, 3 years. Next is a physical description, clothing account, date of first muster 1861 their names given again, Company A, Town (mostly all from Doylestown). Remarks, and State of PA. The bottom states that the information is certified and is correct and is signed by James R. Gould, Mustering Officer. The right side of this document as an attached accounting sheet, pay amounts and is actually signed by each soldier. This folded piece is in good condition, the front has two old tape repairs at the bottom folds. The back has tape reinforcing the folds and edges. It measures about 30" long and is 10 1/2" tall. Please see the photos for details. A very nice muster roll from this Pennsylvania Civil War Artillery unit. Thanks for looking. Don't forget to see my other listings. Shipping will be combined for multiple purchases. Please e-mail any questions and see my other auctions.