William Shanks diary

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

Collection Overview

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

Extent

3 Folders

Creator

Biographical / Historical

Shanks served as a private in Co. K, 21st Ohio Volunteer Infantry from 1861 to 1863. William was killed at Chickamauga, Ga. Sept. 20, 1863.

Conditions Governing Access

No known access restrictions.

Conditions Governing Use

Researchers using this collection assume full responsibility for conforming to the laws of libel, privacy, and copyright, and are responsible for securing permissions necessary for publication or reproduction.

Language of Materials

English

Title
Guide to the William Shanks diary
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
  • Box: MMS-1172 to MMS-1180, Folder: MMS-1172-1 to MMS-1172-3 (Mixed Materials)