Part 2

He entered the service Dec. 2d, 1862, as Chaplain of the 177th Regt. Pa. Infantry, and remained with this command until its muster-out. After this he was appointed Chaplain of this Regt. In his connection with this command he has shown himself fitted for that most delicate and difficult position, an Army Chaplain. Month after month he has labored most assiduously, by means of religious exercises, well conducted schools, providing of excellent books and papers for the use of the soldier, to contribute to the improvement of their mental, moral and social condition; and the high esteem he has won for himself, by his talent, piety, energy and bravery, from every officer and man of this Regiment and also from Superior Officers and Commandants, is ample proof of his peculiar fitness for the position. To him two-thirds of the men of this command are indebted for their proficiency in reading and writing. Through his disinterested labors, also, thousands of dollars were saved by the men, and many families kept from want. His care and attention in forwarding these funds were so satisfactory in meeting the case. Thousands beside the above were by him securely deposited for others. During the whole period of his Chaplaincy he rendered invaluable service in the Camp by his untiring and well directed efforts to do good; and on the field, often where the battle raged fiercest, he was among the foremost to minister to the wounded and dying physical relief and the consolations of religion, and by his own acts of heroism to inspire others with confidence and to deeds of valor.

He has actively participated in the following actions, viz.: Blackwater; South Mills; Union Bridge; Deep Creek; heavy skirmish in the Dismal Swamp; heavy skirmish on the Hickory Ground Road, Dismal Swamp; Deserted House; siege of Suffolk; Carrsville; Hatchie's Run; heavy skirmish on Bermuda Front; Farra's Island, near Dutch Gap Canal; and capture of Richmond.

BVT. COL. H. S. HALL, Commanding Regiment.

JUNE 20TH, 1865.

ASSISTANT SURGEON A. B. LOWE.

ASSISTANT SURGEON A. B. LOWE, a native of Sussex county, New Jersey, is a regular graduate of the Belview College of Medicine, New York City. Upon recommendation of Surgeon's Examining Board of New York, before which he passed examination, he received the appointment of ASSISTANT SURGEON of this Regt., March 8th, 1864. He accompanied the First Battalion to the field, and was the Medical officer in charge of it during the battles of the Wilderness Campaign, and until after the action before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864. On detached service, he was in Amputating Hospital of 3d Div., 9th Corps; Assistant Surgeon in charge of Baptist Church Hospital of Manchester, Va., after the occupation of Richmond and Manchester by our forces; and also Medical Officer in the Post Hospital of Brownsville, Texas. He was again Medical Officer in charge of this Regiment on its perilous ocean voyage to New York, and until its final discharge. In all the duties of his department in connection with this command, and the other positions to which he had been ordered, he manifested intelligence, ability and skill. As an officer and gentleman he is deserving of great esteem.

He has been, in the duties of his profession, in the following engagements, viz.: Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; Spottsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22d and 23d, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3d, 1864; Old Church, June 10th, 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on the Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, near Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

ASSISTANT SURGEON J. L. CHIPMAN.

ASSISTANT SURGEON J. L. CHIPMAN of this Regiment is a native of St. Louis, Mo. After relinquishing the practice of his profession in Nova Scotia, he appeared before the Surgeon's Examining Board of Boston, by which he was examined, and he received the appointment of ASSISTANT SURGEON of U.S. Vols., August 24th, 1861. He was immediately assigned to the 39th Regt. Mass. Infantry, then in the field. During the greater time of his connection with this command he was the only Medical Officer in charge of it. On account of disability, contracted in the line of duty, he was honorably discharged May 22nd, 1864. After this he served in United States Hospitals. He was appointed ASSISTANT SURGEON of this Regiment, June 8th, 1865, and reported to the command, in Camp, on the banks of the Rio Grande River, near Brownsville, Texas. In character and ability he is a worthy officer.

He has participated in the following actions, viz.: heavy skirmish at Funkstown, Md., July 10th, 1863; Rappahannock Station, Nov., 7th, 1863; and Mine Run, Nov. 27th, 1863.

ADJUTANT EZRA S. DEAN.

ADJUTANT EZRA S. DEAN, of this Regt., is a native of Chester, Vt., and the only son of a patriotic widow. His esteemed grand-father, Darius Dean was a soldier of the war of the Revolution.

He enlisted as a PRIVATE, Aug., 2nd, 1862, in Co. "H" 10th Vt. Vols. which Regt., was commanded Major W. W. Henry, now Brigadier General. He is eminently identified with the history of the "old 10th." on account of his great gallantry. He received the appointment of FIRST LIEUTENANT of this Regt., March 8th, 1864, and was assigned to Co. "D." In this position he was associated with his company in all its duties and engagements from the time it entered the field until his promotion to the ADJUTANCY, March 1st, 1865. As an officer of ability, bravery and exemplary deportment he is highly esteemed.

He has been in the following engagements, viz.: Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; Spottsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd and 23d, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3rd, 1864; Old Church, June 10th 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug., 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept., 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct., 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, near Dutch Gap Canal, Jan., 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

QUARTER MASTER J. N. DAGGETT.

QUARTER MASTER J. N. DAGGETT, of this Regiment, is a native of Coventry, Vt. He volunteered as a PRIVATE in Co. "K," 10th Vt. Vol. Aug., 6th, 1862. For soldierly conduct, efficiency and bravery he was promoted to CORPORAL in his company, Jan., 1st, 1863. He received the appointment of FIRST LIEUTENANT of this Regiment March 8th, 1864, and was assigned to Co. "C." He was appointed QUARTER MASTER of the Regiment April 2nd, 1864. In this position he entered the field with the First Battalion. On account of his intelligence, ability, faithful discharge of duty, and his moral rectitude, he enjoys the confidence of all those acquainted with him.

He has taken part in the following actions, viz.: Locust Grove, Nov. 24th 1863; Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; Spottsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22d and 23d, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3d, 1864; Old Church, June 10th, 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on the Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, near Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

LINE OFFICERS.

CAPTAIN JESSE WILKINSON.

This officer, commanding Co. "A." of this Regiment, is a native of Warwickshire, England, who in coming to the United States became a citizen of Brooklyn, New York, where he was engaged in the silk manufacturing business.

He volunteered, July 12th, 1862, as a PRIVATE in Co. "F." 18th Regiment Connecticut Infantry. Upon the organization of his company he was appointed CORPORAL. In the battle of Winchester, June 14th and 15th, 1863, he received a wound in the hand, and was also taken prisoner. He was held by the enemy, in Libby Prison and on Belle Island, until July 13th ensuing. During this incarceration, although the period was comparatively short, he was subjected to those inhuman cruelties practiced on our brave men.

He received the appointment of CAPTAIN in this Regiment, March 8th, 1864, and after reporting at Camp William Penn, Philadelphia, assisted in the organization of Co. "A." "B." "C." and "D." and was assigned to the command of Co. "A." With this he again returned to the active field service in company with the First Battalion. He was present with it in Grant's stirring campaign of the Wilderness, and in all its other actions and duties thereafter. He received a bayonet wound in his left arm while gallantly leading his company in the charge before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864, and when Colonel Hall, being severely wounded, was borne from the field, he took command of the Regiment. This command he retained until relieved by Major Bumstead, who reported Aug. 3rd, 1864. He has been acting Field Officer on a number of occasions; Judge Advocate of General Court Martial at Headquarters of the 2nd Brig., 4th Div. of the 9th Corps; and member of General Court Martial at Headquarters of the 1st Brig. 3rd Div. of the same Corps. His company, which has always preserved an excellent name for good discipline, efficiency and bravery in action, presents the highest compliment that can be bestowed upon this worthy commander.

He has taken part in the following engagements, viz.: heavy skirmish at Winchester, Va., June 13th, 1863; Winchester, June 14th and 15th, 1863; Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; Spottsylvania May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd, and 23d, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3rd, 1864; Old Church, June 10th, 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on the Bermuda Front, in Dec. 1864; Farra's Island at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

FIRST LIEUT. JAMES T. HAYMAN.[2]

FIRST LIEUTENANT JAMES T. HAYMAN of Co. "A." was a native of England. It is known in the history of this war that he was associated with the 4th N.Y. Heavy Artillery, in which he had first enlisted as a PRIVATE. He received the appointment of FIRST LIEUTENANT of this Regt. May 15th, 1864, and was assigned to Co. "A." In the battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864, he was killed by a ball which penetrated his skull.

[2] For history of 1st Lieut. JAS. O'BRIEN, see history of Capt. of Co. C.

In the absence of any particulars of his military history, we are able to furnish only this imperfect sketch. He is however spoken of as an officer of ability and bravery, and who has given the full measure of devotion to his adopted country.

FIRST LIEUT. JAMES SCULLEY.

FIRST LIEUTENANT JAMES SCULLEY of Co. "A," is a native of New York City, and the only son of a pa triotic widow who departed this life before the termination of the rebellion, and who, therefore, could not extend to him on his return the happy welcome. She died during his absence in the field.

He volunteered Aug., 1861, as a PRIVATE in Co. "K" 10th N.Y. Infantry, and was promoted to CORPORAL in his Co. May 1862, for good discipline and efficiency. He was wounded in left hand, by which he lost one finger of hand, and in left hip at the battle of Chancellorsville, May 3d, 1863, where he was also particularly mentioned for his great bravery. He received the appointment of SECOND LIEUTENANT of this Regt., March 7th, 1864, and was assigned to Co. "A." He was again severely wounded in the right leg at the battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864, and had his sword broken in his hand by a shot from the enemy as he was gallantly pressing forward in the charge. For his distinguished service and bravery in that action he received the promotion to FIRST LIEUTENANT of the same Co. Aug. 9th, 1864. He has served on detached service at Camp Casey, Va. and on Military Court Martial at Harrisburg, Pa. His ability and bravery as an officer are well attested.

The following are engagements in which he has participated, viz.: Gaines' Hill, June 27th, 1862; Malvern Hill, June 30th, 1862; Second Bull Run, Aug. 30th, 1862; Antietam, Sept. 17th, 1862; heavy skirmish towards Fredericksburg, Oct. 1862; Fredericksburg, Dec. 13th and 14th, 1862; Chancellorsville, May 3d and 4th, 1863; Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; Spottsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd and 23d, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3d, 1864; Old Church, June 10th, 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on the Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, near Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1863; and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

SECOND LIEUT. JAMES ROANTREE.

SECOND LIEUTENANT JAMES ROANTREE, assigned to Co. "A." to occupy a vacancy occasioned by promotion of Second Lieut. Sculley, was a native of England, who had become a citizen of Clockville, N.Y. It is known that he was a CORPORAL associated with the 141st N.Y. Vols., and that he had participated in a number of engagements in connection with that command. At the battle of Gettysburg, July 1st, 2d and 3d, 1863, he was severely wounded in the foot.

He received the appointment of Second Lieutenant of this Regt., Sept. 25th, 1864. In the battle of Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864, he was killed by a shot in the head from the enemy. He was highly spoken of, as an officer of fine ability and most excellent moral character, who sealed his devotion to his adopted country with his life.

SECOND LIEUT. CHARLES H. KIMBALL.

SECOND LIEUTENANT CHARLES H. KIMBALL assigned to Co. "A.", on account of vacancy by death of Second Lieut. James Roantree, is a native of Carthage, N.Y., whose grand-father, Richard Kimball, was a soldier of the war of 1812. He received the appointment of SECOND LIEUTENANT in this Regt., Nov. 9th, 1864, and was assigned to Co. A. He was constantly on duty with the command from the date of his reporting to its final discharge from service, and was greatly esteemed for his sobriety and exemplary conduct.

He has taken part in the following actions, viz.: heavy skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

CAPTAIN JOHN D. BROWN.

CAPTAIN JOHN D. BROWN, commanding Co. B., is a native of Uxbridge, Mass. His grand-father was the boy-patriot of the Revolution, who entered the ranks fighting for Independence when only fifteen years of age, and who obtained for himself a bright record. The Captain entered the United States service first, Aug. 8th, 1862, as a volunteer PRIVATE in Co. D., 18th Conn. Infantry. He received the appointment of Captain in this Regt., March 8th, 1862, and was assigned to the command of Co. B. His service with this command extends throughout Grant's Wilderness campaign of 1864, and in the subsequent actions, in which the Regt., was engaged to the close of the war.

At the time of the terrible battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864, this officer was entirely unfit for duty by reason of severe illness, but notwithstanding this indisposition he most patriotically declined remaining in the Hospital, and gallantly led his Co. in the Charge on that day. He there received a wound in the breast. His company, which was always specially complimented for its great bravery in action, was inspired to do noble deeds by the example of this able and patriotic commander.

He has shared in the following battles; viz.: Winchester, June 14th and 15th, 1863; Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; Spottsylvania May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd, and 23rd, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3rd, 1864; Old Church, June 10th, 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on the Bermuda Front, in Dec. 1864; Farra's Island at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

FIRST LIEUT, L. H. PARKHURST.

FIRST LIEUTENANT L. H. PARKHURST of Co. B., is a native of Hammonton, N.J. He volunteered Aug. 1862, as a PRIVATE in Co. I, 24th N.J. Infantry, and received a severe wound in the right shoulder at the battle of Fredericksburg, Dec. 13th and 14th, 1862. His history in connection with the 24th N.J., is one of most worthy distinction. He obtained the appointment of FIRST LIEUTENANT of this Regt. March 8th, 1864, and was assigned to Co. B. He has also served a considerable time as Commanding Officer of Co. C. His intrepidity and gallantry in each and every action in which he has been engaged, have won for him a deserving meed of praise and thanks.

He has participated in the following actions, viz.: Fredericksburg, Va., Dec. 13th and 14th 1862; Chancellorsville, May 3d and 4th, 1864; Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864: Spottsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd and 23rd, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3rd, 1864; Old Church, June 10th, 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, near Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

SECOND LIEUT. J. W. STEELE.

SECOND LIEUTENANT J. W. STEELE, of Co. B., is a citizen of Kansas. He was appointed SECOND LIEUTENANT in this command, March 16th, 1864. He received a severe wound in the left shoulder at the battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864, and for his gallant service in that engagement promoted to FIRST LIEUTENANT, and appointed ADJUTANT of the Regiment Oct. 27th, 1864. He was honorably discharged upon tender and acceptance of his resignation, Feb., 1865.

SECOND LIEUT. CHARLES WICKWARE.

SECOND LIEUTENANT CHARLES WICKWARE, assigned to Co. B., to fill the vacancy occasioned by the promotion of Second Lieut. Steele, is a native of Colchester, Vt., and the son of a widow. His great-grand father, Joseph Wickware, late of Bennington, Vt., served with great honor to himself and the country in the struggle of 1776, for Independence. The Lieut. first volunteered as a PRIVATE, March 26th, 1862, in Co. I. 6th Vt. Infantry. At the battle of Savage Station, June 29th, 1862, he was severely wounded by a ball entering his back, close to the left side, and passing out at the right side, and was at the same time taken prisoner. As is very reasonable to expect, his dangerous wound became aggravated greatly by the cruel treatment of a Libby Prison life. He was fortunately paroled, July 22nd, before death ensued, and immediately forwarded to West Philadelphia Hospital. In the battle of the Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864, he was severely wounded (second day) in the left arm, on account of which it became necessary to amputate his arm above the elbow. He was discharged by reason of this wound Feb., 6th, 1865. He afterwards received the appointment of SECOND LIEUTENANT in this Regt. In connection with this command, as well as in his previous service, he has manifested undoubted ability and patriotism. His empty sleeve, also, is a mark of devotion.

He has shared in the following engagements, viz: Lee's Mill, Va., April 16th, 1862; Williamsburg, May, 5th, 1862; Golden's Farm, June 28th, 1862; Savage Station, June 29th, 1862; second Fredericksburg and Salem Heights, May 3d and 4th, 1863; heavy skirmish at Franklin Crossing, June 5th and 6th, 1863; Gettysburg, Pa., July 1st, 2d and 3rd, 1863; heavy skirmish at Funkstown, Md., July 10th, 1863; heavy skirmish at Gainesville, Oct., 1863; Locust Grove, Nov. 24th, 1863; Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

CAPT. JAMES O'BRIEN.

CAPTAIN JAMES O'BRIEN, assigned to command of Co. C., to occupy the vacancy made by the promotion of Capt. Bates to Maj. of 45th U.S.C.T., is a native of Glenlough, Ireland, and the son of a widow. Upon coming to this country he became a citizen of Maulius, N.Y. In the early stage of the war he volunteered as a PRIVATE in Co. I, 61st N.Y. Infantry. At the battle of Fair Oaks, June 1st, 1862, he was severely wounded in the arm, but continued heroically on the field to the close of the action. At the battle of Charles City Cross Roads, June 30th, 1862, he received a severe wound penetrating the left shoulder; and having been left on the field, helpless and weak by loss of blood, he was taken prisoner. His wound became alarmingly dangerous, by reason of his cruel imprisonment in Libby Prison. He was paroled, June 31st, and removed to Satterlee Hospital, Phila. Little hope was entertained about his recovery. While yet in the Hospital, and after he had slightly improved, he resumed his studies with a view to a collegiate course he had before contemplated. The way also appeared open for the fulfillment of his purpose in this particular, as the necessity of his discharge was decided upon. He afterwards, however, concluded if possible to return to the field. Much praise is due this maimed soldier for his patriotic determination. Before leaving the Hospital he obtained the promotion to SECOND LIEUTENANT of his Co. This honor, won by so many acts of distinguished bravery, he was unable to accept at that time, on account of his severe disability.

He was appointed FIRST LIEUTENANT of this Regt., March 8th, 1864, and assigned to Co. A. He received the appointment of ADJUTANT of this command, April 1st, 1864, and in this position he accompanied it to the front in the army of the Potomac. In the terrible battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864, and the charge by this Regt., he received another severe wound in the left shoulder. For his great gallantry in this action he is particularly mentioned by both his Regimental and Brigade Commanders, and for which, also, he was promoted to CAPTAIN by the President of the United States. He was afterwards detailed as Post Adjutant and Recruiting Officer for the North Eastern District of Va., at Camp Casey. He remained there until by order the Recruiting Rendezvous was discontinued, when he reported to the Regt., then on the Front Line before Richmond, and was assigned to the command of Co. C.

He has served as A.A.A.G. at Headquarters of the 3d Brig. 1st Div. 25th Corps, and also at same Headquarters, as Acting Asst. Inspector General, up to date of order returning this Regt. for final muster-out and discharge. This officer remained in the active field service to the close of the war, although continuing to suffer very much by reason of his wounds, which were but partially healed and very painful. He has proved himself as brave as he is efficient.