Chelmsford Public Library

The 36th Infantry United States Colored Troops in the Civil War, a history and roster, James K. Bryant, II

eng

Includes bibliographical references (p. 229-241) and index

illustrations

index present

non fiction

The 36th Infantry United States Colored Troops in the Civil War

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James K. Bryant, II

a history and roster

"This volume explores the background of these former slaves and their families, examines their initial recruitment and chronicles their military contributions throughout the war. More than a unit history, the story of the 36th United States Colored Troops offers a vivid portrait of the challenging transition from slavery to freedom"--Provided by publisher

Introduction : the resurrection of Peter Wilson, Company C, 36th USCT -- I belonged to a man -- Noble men and patriots -- They are most reliable soldiers -- Selected from the most intelligent among them -- De bottom rail on top -- First and foremost of them all -- Conclusion : "pure patriotic principles" -- Roster : 36th Infantry, United States Colored Troops (formerly 2nd North Carolina Colored Volunteers), 1863-1866 -- Appendix 1. Composition of a regiment of infantry -- Appendix 2. U.S. Army ranks -- Appendix 3. Unit organization in the Union Army -- Appendix 4. Colonel Alonzo G. Draper's report of Knott's Island, N.C, the arrest of Nancy White, and the altercation with Lieutenant Colonel Fredrick F. Wead, 98th New York Volunteers -- Appendix 5. Letter of Sergeant Major Henry N. Adkins, 36th USCT, requesting an appointment as a second lieutenant, with endorsements and reply