Part 3

The following are engagements in which he has participated, viz.: heavy skirmish at Rappahannock Bridge, March, 1862; Siege of Yorktown, May, 1862; Williamsburg, May 5th, 1864; Fair Oaks, June 1st, 1862; Peach Orchard, June 28th, 1862; Savage Station, June 29th, 1862; Charles City Cross Roads, June 30th, 1862; 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; capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

FIRST LIEUT, W. E. PALMER.

FIRST LIEUT. W. E. PALMER, who was assigned to Co. C, to occupy a vacancy made by the promotion of First Lieut. Daggett to Quarter Master of the Regiment, is a native of Utica, N.Y., and the only son of a widow. His grand-father, Elias Palmer, held the position of Sergeant in the war of the Revolution. He volunteered Aug. 2nd, 1862 as a PRIVATE in Co. G, 146th N.Y. Infantry. In connection with this command he displayed the ability and bravery of a good soldier. He received the appointment of FIRST LIEUTENANT of this Regiment, July 21st, 1864. At the battle of Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864, he was wounded in the right arm. He has served on detached service as a member of General Court Martial at Headquarter of 1st Div. 25th Corps. As an officer he is esteemed by all acquainted with him.

He has taken part in the following actions, viz.: Fredericksburg, Dec. 13th and 14th, 1862; Chancellorsville, May 3d and 4th, 1863; Gettysburg, July 2nd and 3rd, 1863; heavy skirmish at Williamsport, July 9th, 1863; skirmish near Ellicott's Mills, July 7th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

SECOND LIEUT. W. F. SILVERWOOD.

SECOND LIEUTENANT W. F. SILVERWOOD, of Co. C, was appointed to this rank March 7th, 1864. This brave officer commanded his Company in the storming of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864, and was severely wounded in his left arm and side. He was honorably discharged, Dec. 5th, 1864, by reason of his wounds, received in the above mentioned action.

SECOND LIEUT. J. WHEATLEY.

SECOND LIEUT. J. WHEATLEY, who was assigned to Co. C, to fill a vacancy by discharge of Second Lieutenant Silverwood, is a native of Syracuse, N.Y., and the son of a widow. He enlisted, Aug. 26th, 1861, as a BUGLER, in Co. I, 3d N.Y. Cav., and received a severe wound on his left thigh at the Siege of Little Washington, July 16th, 1863. His name is associated with all that is truly distinguished in his services with this Cavalry. He received the appointment of SECOND LIEUTENANT of this Regiment, Dec. 31st, 1864. Besides his duties in this Company, he commanded Co. E, 19th U.S.C.T., and was in this command, April 3d, 1865, at the capture of Richmond.

He has participated in the following engagements, viz.: Ball's Bluff, 1861; Winchester, May 25th, 1862; Little Washington, N.C., June 1863; Kingston; White Hall, Tarborough, Robb's Mills, Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864; skirmish on Wilson's Raid; skirmish around Richmond, and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

CAPT. B. B. BLACKMAN.

CAPT. B. B. BLACKMAN, commander of Co. D, is a native of Norwich, Conn. He volunteered July 26th, 1862, as a PRIVATE in Co. C, 18th Conn. Infantry. While gallantly assaulting the enemies position in the action of Winchester, Va., June 14th and 15th, 1863, he was taken prisoner. In his confinement in Libby Prison and on Belle Isle, he shared the usual Confederate fare and inhuman treatment visited upon our brave men by that self-styled chivalry of the South. He received the appointment of CAPTAIN of this Regiment, March 8th, 1864, and was assigned to the command of Co. D. In this capacity he returned to the field with his Company, and was present in the campaign of 1864 in the Wilderness. He has served as Recorder of Military Commission at Headquarters 3d Div. 9th Corps in 1864; member of General Court Martial at Headquarters 1st Div. 25th Corps March, 1865; and member of Military Commission for Western District of Texas, convened at Brownsville, Texas, and which occupied the place of Civil Court, Aug. and Sept., 1865. This officer possesses a fine order of talent, and the encomiums that have been pronounced in favor of his Company are also true compliments to its worthy commander.

He has been in the following engagements, 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, J. C. HANKEY.[3]

FIRST LIEUT. J. C. HANKEY, assigned to Co. D, is a native of Gettysburg, Pa., and a regular graduate of Pennsylvania College, situated at that place. His grand-father was a soldier who greatly distinguished himself in the war of 1812. The Lieutenant volunteered Aug. 20th, 1862 as a PRIVATE in Co. G, 138th Pa. Infantry. In Nov., 1862, for good discipline and efficiency he was promoted to CORPORAL in his Co. He was appointed Acting Hospital Steward of his Regiment, July 2d, 1863, and continued in the duties of this office until honorably discharged in order to accept his appointment of SECOND LIEUTENANT in this Regiment, which dates March 7th, 1864. In the organization of the 138th Pa. Regt. he always manifested, in an eminent degree, the gallantry and high toned principles of a soldier. After serving a while with distinction in this Regiment he became Ambulance Officer of the 2d Brig. 4th Div. 9th Corps, and also Chief of Ambulance and Acting Assistant Quarter Master of the 1st Div. 25th Corps. During the expedition of this Corps from City Point, Va., to Texas, he was the Senior Commanding Officer of the vessel "Glaucus." He received the appointment of FIRST LIEUTENANT of this Regiment, May 30th, 1865, and by special written request of the Commanding Officer he was relieved from his other duties in order to report to this command. This officer has discharged the duties of his respective positions with so much executive ability and faithfulness as to receive great praise from his superiors and the Department.

[3] For history of FIRST. LIEUT. EZRA S. DEAN, see history of Adjutant Dean of this Regiment.

He has been in the following actions, viz.: Skirmish at Williamsport, July 9th, 1863; skirmish at Wappings Heights, July, 1863; skirmish at Brandy Station, Nov. 8th, 1863; Locust Grove, Nov. 24th, 1863; Mine Run, Nov. 27th, 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 Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, near Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

CAPT. JOSEPH FORBES.

CAPT. JOSEPH FORBES, commanding Co. E, is a native of the City of New York. His grand-father actively participated in the war of 1812, and his brother Thomas H. Forbes was a soldier in the 1st N.Y. Vols. in this war. The Captain was, during a period of four years previous to the rebellion, a member of the Engineer Corps of the 71st N.Y. National Guards. This entire Regiment very promptly volunteered its services to the Government, the day after the fire upon Fort Sumter, and was immediately accepted. It was the sixth to arrive in Washington for the defence of the Capitol. This loyal troop on its march to that point, passed through disaffected Maryland, uncheered and unprovided. Disloyalists charged them Twelve Hundred Dollars for Two Carts, with which to transport necessary baggage, and these even then failed to answer the purpose. This command with which the Captain was connected, patriotically volunteered to remain in service for the battle of Bull Run, although its term had expired. It opened the fight of that day, and made the brilliant and successful charge upon an entire Brigade of the enemy, composed of Alabama Regiments. In the latter campaign, in which this Regiment volunteered its services again, Capt. Forbes returned as Captain commanding Co. B. He received the appointment of CAPTAIN in this Regiment (43d U.S.C.T.) March 30th, 1864. He was wounded in the hand at the battle of Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864. This officer, who has seen much service and greatly distinguished himself in connection with the early organization of the 71st N.Y., and also with this Regiment, deserves special compliments for his ability and bravery, and the excellent military standard, to which he brought his command. His Company was one among the first in neatness, discipline and efficiency. A circular dated Headquarters 3d Brig. 1st Div. 25th Corps, Feb. 5th, 1865, issued by order of the Brigade Commander, Brig. Gen. H. G. Thomas, who reports the result of an Inspection of Quarters of the different Regiments of his Brigade, states: "Capt. Forbes and his Company deserve particular notice. Their quarters are far superior in construction, neatness and ornament, to those of any of the Companies in this Brigade." As a token of the high appreciation of this officer, by his Company, they were pleased to present him with the 25th Corps Badge and pin, pure gold and finely executed, with name and rank of their commander engraved on the Badge and on the Pin, a list of the engagements in which he led them, the whole beautifully prefaced by the following inscription: "Presented to Capt. Forbes Co. E, 43d U.S.C.T., by his Company for his bravery and impartiality in command." This officer, also, stands recommended for Captaincy in the Regular Service, having been so recommended by the Examining Board for officers of the Regular army, appointed in the field by order of the War Department.

He has taken part in the following actions, viz.: skirmish with Shore Battery at Acquia Creek, June 1861; Bull Run, June 21st, 1861; 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; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec, 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

FIRST LIEUT. GEORGE W. WILLIAMS.

FIRST LIEUTENANT GEORGE W. WILLIAMS of Co. E. This officer was captured by the enemy, in the charge by our forces at the battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864. He finally escaped from prison, in company with a few others. His companions were all re-taken, except one who unfortunately drowned. He, alone, succeeded, after a long time eluding search, and suffering great hardships in the enemy's country in his return to our lines. He continued in the service to the close of the rebellion, and was honorably discharged upon acceptance of resignation by order of the War Department, June 17th, 1865. He was a brave and efficient officer.

FIRST LIEUT. DANIEL J. HOGAN.

FIRST LIEUTENANT DANIEL J. HOGAN, Co. E, is a native of New York City, and the only son of a widow. He volunteered, May 18th, 1863, as a PRIVATE in the 5th Independent New Jersey Battery, and served with distinction in this organization until his appointment to SECOND LIEUTENANT of this Regiment, which dates April 13th, 1864. After reporting for duty he served in Co. A, C, and H. He was promoted to FIRST LIEUTENANT, Aug. 18th, 1865, and assigned to Co. E, to fill the vacancy occasioned by the resignation of First Lieut. Williams. This promotion was well merited, as his ability, services and moral character are alike honorable to himself and to the country.

He has shared in the following engagements, viz.: Gettysburg, July 1st, 2d and 3d, 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 Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, near Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

SECOND LIEUT. SHERMAN P. HAND.

SECOND LIEUTENANT SHERMAN P. HAND of Co. E. This officer was taken prisoner by the enemy at the battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864. He was honorably discharged from the service of the United States, upon acceptance of resignation by order of the War Department, May 4th, 1865.

CAPT. HORACE F. BURR.

CAPTAIN HORACE F. BURR, commander of Co. F, is a native of Charlestown, Mass. Previous to entering the United States Army, he was a seaman, and had passed two years at sea in the ship "Panther," commanded by Capt. Garnett. He volunteered Sept. 9th, 1862, as a PRIVATE in Co. E, 47th Mass. Infantry. His Regiment occupied the defences of New Orleans after the capture of the city. He received the appointment of CAPTAIN of this Regiment, April 13th, 1864, and was assigned to the command of Co. F. He was present with his Company in all its duties and engagements of an active field service from the commencement of Grant's Wilderness Campaign to the close of the war and the final discharge of this Regiment. He also served as a member of General Court Martial, at Headquarters 1st Brig. 4th Div. 9th Corps. This officer, whose Company won true distinction on account of good discipline, excellent deportment and bravery in action, is greatly esteemed.

He has taken part in the following actions, viz.: Wilderness, May 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. A. A. SHEDD.

FIRST LIEUTENANT A. A. SHEDD, of Co. F, is a native of Lowel, Mass. His ancestors participated actively in the wars of the Revolution and of 1812; and his brother, who was associated with him in the same command during this struggle, continued in the service, as a Veteran, to its close. The Lieutenant volunteered Aug. 7th, 1862, in Co. B, 39th Mass. Infantry, and was promoted to CORPORAL of his Company on the Color Guard, July, 1863. He received the appointment of FIRST LIEUTENANT of this Regiment, April 2d, 1864, and was assigned to Co. F, with which he returned to the field. He is highly spoken of for his great gallantry at the battle of Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864, in which he was engaged as Aid, on the staff of Brig. Gen. H. G. Thomas. In this action his horse was shot from under him. This officer has served as Acting Assistant Inspector General of 1st Brig. and 2nd Brig. 4th Div. 9th Corps; as A.A.D.C. on the General's staff 3d Brig. 1st Div. 25th Corps, and Acting Ordinance Officer 1st Div. 25th Corps. He discharged the duty of these positions with entire satisfaction, and is much esteemed for his executive ability and true gentlemanly character.

He has been in the following actions, viz.: Skirmish on the Rapidan, Oct., 1863; Mine Run, Nov. 27th, 1863; Wilderness, May 4th to 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, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

CAPT. A. D. WRIGHT.[4]

CAPT. A. D. WRIGHT, commander of Co. G, is a native of Elkland, Tioga county, Pa., and whose grand-father was a soldier of the war of 1812. He enlisted, Aug. 8th, 1862, as a PRIVATE in Co. A, 149th Pa. Vols. For bravery he was promoted to SERGEANT in his Co. He is particularly mentioned, in connection with this organization, for his bravery and distinguished services. He was appointed CAPTAIN in this Regt., April 13th, 1864, and assigned to the command of Co. G. At the battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864, he received a severe wound in his right arm above the elbow. He was greatly complimented for his gallantry in this action, in which he captured, with his own hands, a Rebel Flag, and brought it successfully from the field. The Brigade Commander is pleased to refer to this capture in his report of the Regiment. Although greatly debilitated by reason of his wound, and his arm yet in a sling, he bravely led his Company in the battle of Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th ensuing. He served in command of the Provost Guards of Manchester, Va., after the capture of Richmond and the occupation of Manchester by the Union forces. This officer, whose command has always preserved a good name for discipline and gallantry, is known for his fine ability, bravery and moral rectitude.

[4] For history of Second Lieut. Martin L. Wasson, see history of First Lieut. Wasson of Co. G.

He has been in the following engagements, viz.: skirmish at Pollock's Mills, April, 1863; Chancellorsville, May 3rd and 4th, 1863; Gettysburg, July 2nd and 3rd, 1863; heavy skirmish at Funkstown, Md., July 10th, 1863; 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; skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

FIRST LIEUT. M. W. SAWYER.

FIRST LIEUT. M. W. SAWYER, of Co. G, is a native of the State of Vermont. This officer was honorably discharged, March 10th, 1865, by order of the War Department, on account of wounds received in the battle of Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864.

FIRST LIEUT. MARTIN WASSON.

FIRST LIEUT. MARTIN L. WASSON, who was assigned to Co. G, to fill a vacancy made by discharge of First Lieutenant Sawyer, is a native of Alabama, N.Y. He volunteered as a PRIVATE, in Co. H, 8th N.Y. heavy Artillery, Aug. 8th, 1862. He continued in this organization until his appointment of SECOND LIEUTENANT in this Regiment, (43d U.S.C.T.) March 7th, 1864, when he was assigned to Co. F. He was promoted to FIRST LIEUTENANT, May 30th, 1865, for gallant services, and assigned to Co. G. He has shared in all the duties of this command from its first entrance to the field, and proved himself able and brave.

The following are engagements in which he has participated, viz.: Harpers Ferry; Wilderness, May 4th to 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 3d, 1864; Old Church, June 10th, 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June, 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; skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec, 1864; Farra's Island at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

SECOND LIEUT. ROBERT W. ARMSTRONG.

SECOND LIEUT. ROBERT W. ARMSTRONG, of Co. G, was a native of New York city. He volunteered as a PRIVATE, April, 1861, in Hawkin's Zouaves, with whom he was engaged in a number of important battles. He afterwards re-enlisted in the 16th N.Y. Cavalry, in which he received the promotion of FIRST SERGEANT of his Co. He was appointed SECOND LIEUTENANT in this Regiment, April 13th, 1864, and was wounded in the hand at the battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864. He was complimented for his great gallantry displayed on that day, having re-captured from the enemy a National color, belonging to another command. He was killed, Aug. 13th, 1864, by a ball shot through his heart, while commanding a Fatigue party in the Trenches before Petersburg.

When the intelligence of this officer's death was communicated to his home, the Sabbath-school of his Church, in which he had been long a principal teacher, honored his memory with a series of very appropriate resolutions. He was greatly esteemed in this command as an intelligent and brave officer, whose very positive moral character was high-toned and unswerving.

SECOND LIEUT. S. P. BUTLER.

SECOND LIEUT. S. P. BUTLER, assigned to Co. G, to occupy vacancy made by death of Second Lieut. Armstrong, is a native of Pharsalia, N.Y. Several of his ancestors held commissioned offices in the Army of the Revolutionary War, in which they also distinguished themselves by a number of brave acts. The Lieutenant entered the service as FIRST LIEUTENANT of Co. C, 34th N.Y. Vols., May 1st, 1861. He was promoted to CAPTAIN of Co. H, of the same command, Oct. 18th, 1861. On account of physical disability contracted in the service, he was afterwards honorably discharged; but when earnest calls were made to replenish the thinned ranks of the army he immediately responded by patriotically volunteering as a PRIVATE in Co. B, 114th, N.Y. He continued in this organization until his appointment of SECOND LIEUTENANT of this Regiment, Oct. 22nd, 1864. He also served as commanding officer of a company of Sharp-shooters, 1st Div., 25th Corps. As an officer he enjoyed the confidence and esteem of all acquainted with him.

He has actively participated in the following engagements, viz.: Siege of Yorktown, May, 1862; Fair Oaks, June 1st, 1862; Peach Orchard, June 28th, 1862; Savage Station, June 29th 1862; White Oak Swamp and Nelson Farm, June 30th, 1862; Malvern Hill, July 1st, 1862; Marksville Plains, La., May, 1864; Winchester, Sept. 18th, 1864; Fisher's Hill, 1864; Cedar Creek, Oct. 19th, 1864; Skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

CAPT. R. G. DILL.