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George D. Forbes Civil War diary
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: George D. Forbes Civil War diary | |
| Creator: Forbes, George D. | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1865 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 folder(s) | |
| Collection Number: ms3583 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
George D. Forbes enlisted in the 160th New York Infantry, U.S. Army on August 30, 1862, and mustered out at Savannah, Georgia in 1865.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of a diary of George D. Forbes from January 1-November 12, 1865, detailing events from Summit Point, Camp Babcock and Stevenson's Station, Virginia; and Savannah and Hawkinsville, Georgia. He describes the weather, rumors, orders, positions, and administrative duties.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
George D. Forbes Civil War diary, ms3583, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2016.
General Notes
This collection has been digitized and is available online as part of America's Turning Point: Documenting the Civil War Experience in Georgia.