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

Post image for Downing’s Civil War Diary.–Alexander G. Downing.

Downing’s Civil War Diary.–Alexander G. Downing.

September 13, 2013

Diary of Alexander G. Downing; Company E, Eleventh Iowa Infantry

Sunday, 13th—There was regimental inspection this morning with accouterments on and in full dress. Some of the companies have the appearance of a “corporal’s guard.” Company E, being on picket, was not on inspection, but later they were relieved. The Thirteenth Iowa went down town to act as a provost guard. Our chaplain having resigned, we have no religious services at present.

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