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

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Stand down.–Diary of Josiah Marshall Favill.

August 21, 2013

Diary of a Young Officer–Josiah Marshall Favill (57th New York Infantry)

August 21st. Remained on the alert all night; this morning received orders to pitch tents again and to resume camp duties, which was done immediately and all became calm, pleasant, and delightful.

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