United States. Army. Ohio Infantry Regiment, 21st (1861-1865)

 Organization

Found in 14 Collections and/or Records:

Adams, Phillips, and Mix families papers

 Collection – Multiple Containers
Identifier: MS-1253
Abstract This collection dates from 1850-1932 and documents the lives of members of the allied Adams, Phillips, and Mix families of Hancock and Defiance Counties, Ohio, from the late nineteenth through early twentieth centuries. The collection is primarily comprised of over 300 letters exchanged among family members and other associated individuals, while additional materials include various personal writings, school papers, financial and legal documents, and documents relating to the Civil War...
Dates: Creation: 1850-1932, undated; Creation: Majority of material found within circa 1860-1900

John Vanetton Patterson papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-1190
Abstract

The John Venetton Patterson papers consist of a series of Civil War era letters written by John V. Patterson while serving in the 21st Ohio Volunteer Infantry during the Civil War. The collection spans the period of his service from 1861 to 1865. These letters have been enhanced with research done by the donor, Paul Tremewan, which forms the remainder of the collection.

Dates: Creation: 1861-1893, 2011, undated

Liberty Warner papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-0624
Abstract

Correspondence of a private with Company H, 21st O.V.I. during the Civil War. Includes description of training, camp life, food, health conditions, and troop movements through the Battle of Chickamauga. Includes four letters of brother Elliott M. Warner, serving with the 144th O.V.I. in 1864

Dates: Creation: 1861-1864

Loyal Barber Wort papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-0700
Abstract

The Loyal B. Wort Papers consist of photocopies of a series of Civil War era letters, primarily from Loyal B. Wort, of Hicksville, Ohio, to his wife, Susan G. (Hendershot) Wort. The collection spans the period of his service from 1861 to 1864.

Dates: Creation: October 4, 1861-August 20, 1864, undated

McConkey/Anderson pension files

 Collection – Box MMS-1172 to MMS-1180, Folder: MMS-1173-1 to MMS-1173-2
Identifier: MMS-1173
Abstract

Civil War pension files of Thomas and Alexander Anderson, who served in Co.D, 21st Ohio Volunteer Infantry, with related files of Alexander B., Charles C., and Andrew P. McConkey, who served in Co.E of that same regiment.

Dates: Creation: 1861-1928

Robert S. Dilworth papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-0800
Abstract

The diaries of Robert S. Dilworth, consist of handwritten pocket diaries written by an officer of the 21st Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry from 1861-1862.

Dates: Creation: 1861-1926

Samuel A. Linton recollections

 Collection – Reel MMS-1070mf, Folder: MMS-1070mf
Identifier: MMS-1070
Abstract

Handwritten tablets of personal recollections and copies from daily military field diary written while serving as a private in Company I, 21st Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry. Collection also includes Linton family photographs, genealogical data, and the History of the 21st Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry in the War of the Rebellion, by S. Canfield (1893).

Dates: Creation: 1861-1863

Sarah V. Elder Dicken papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-0997
Abstract

The Sarah V. Dicken papers consist of original letters, photocopies, and transcripts of a series of Civil War era and late 19th century letters, primarily to and from Sarah Dicken, with some added genealogical information provided by the donor. The collection mostly spans the pre-war and post-war period from 1854 through 1898.

Dates: Creation: 1854-2004; Creation: Majority of material found within 1854-1898

Searles family papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-0597
Abstract

The Searles family papers consist of Civil War era documents, primarily the correspondence of Addison and Alfred D. Searles from 1856 through 1864. The collection also includes the military pension files for the Searles Brothers, as well as those of Philip and Henry Setzler, who were relatives by marriage.

Dates: Creation: 1856-1905; Creation: Majority of material found within 1861-1864

The soldier's memorial: in memory of David P. Stoker of Co.F, 21st O.V.I. broadside

 Collection – Item MMS-1178
Identifier: MMS-1178
Abstract

Printed form published by Currier and Ives, with information on David P. Stoker written in. Encapsulated.

Dates: Creation: 1863

Webb family papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-0518
Abstract

The Webb family papers date from March 24, 1844, to December 19, 1947. They include correspondence to John Charles Webb from various family members and acquaintances. Of special interest are letters written to him by his wife, Eliza P. Webb, during his service in the Union army in the Civil War.

Dates: Creation: March 24, 1844-December 19, 1947

Weddell family papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-0484
Abstract

The Weddell family papers consist of a series of Civil War era letters, written by a variety of people, to William Weddell of Scotch Ridge, Webster Township, Wood County, Ohio.

Dates: Creation: 1855-1864

William Fish papers

 Collection – Box MMS-1150 to MMS-1163, Folder: MMS-1150
Identifier: MMS-1150
Abstract

Civil War military and pension file papers of a soldier who service in Co.K, 21st Ohio Volunteer Infantry.

Dates: Creation: 1861-1913

William Shanks diary

 Collection – Box MMS-1172 to MMS-1180, Folder: MMS-1172-1 to MMS-1172-3
Identifier: MMS-1172
Abstract

Handwritten diary of a private with the 21st O.V.I. during the Civil War. Entries detail camp life, troop movements, and information on other members of the regiment. Photocopy and typed transcript included.

Dates: Creation: 1861-1863