Following the American Civil War Sesquicentennial with day by day writings of the time, currently 1863.

Sunday, December 8, 2013

Tuesday, 8th—Came on to Mr. Bright’s and staid all night; rained all day.

December came in quite pleasant. Weather permitting, drilling is kept up.

December 8th. Marching orders received. Must prepare three days’ rations in haversacks. Ordered to Charlestown for duty. We are informed the cavalry under General Averill are to raid upon the enemy’s country. The General is a dashing cavalry officer. He is all right.