James C. Woodworth Diary, Vol. 6, 1864 April 15-1865 May 13
Scope and Contents
Includes Woodworth's account of the Bermuda Hundred campaign, including the battles of Port Walthall Junction (6-7 May 1864), Arrowhead Church (9-10 May) and Drewry's Bluff (14-16 May); the battle of Cold Harbor, where he was wounded (3 June 1864); subsequent service in North Carolina in September-October 1864; and civilian life in Massachusetts and Indiana (October 1864-May 1865. Sketches include: map of Smithfield, Virginia (6v-7r); plan of Camp Wellington (10v-11r); battle of Port Walthal Junction, 6 May (24r); battle of Port Walthal Junction, 7 May (26r); battle of Arrowhead Church (34v-35r); camp at Beechwood Station, North Carolina (64v); battle of Cold Harbor (65v-66r).
Dates
- Creation: 1864 April 15-1865 May 13
Conditions Governing Access
There are no access restrictions on this collection.
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the University of Notre Dame Rare Books & Special Collections Repository