Tag Archives: 19th NY Volunteer Infantry

“Shabby Gray” Gray Review?

Posted on May 24, 2011 by admin

Having enlisted shortly after President Lincoln’s first call for Volunteers on April 15, 1861, the 19th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment has had a few challenges since it arrived in Elmira, NY on April 29th: Cold, dreary weather; constant marching … Continue reading →

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Food Fight

Posted on May 20, 2011 by admin

Last month Seven Score and Ten posted a humorous story about Confederate troops near Pensacola having a funeral procession and ceremony to bury some bad beef. I respected the equanimity of the Confederate troops and their ability to make lemonade … Continue reading →

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“Dreams in the Straw”

Posted on April 30, 2011 by admin

While the Trains Thunder By Elements of the 19th NY Volunteer Infantry start to move South. They detrain in Elmira, NY, a large recruiting depot. Cayuga’s first three hundred reached Elmira, by cars from Auburn, late at night, Monday, April … Continue reading →

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