Colby 115: Awaiting a Discharge

1863: Newton writes of his road to recovery & quest for a furlough …

Colby 114: Weak and Sick but Happy to be Home

1863: Finally, a letter arrives — brother Newton has made it back to New Hampshire!

Colby writes to tell his family it’s not all that bad …

Enjoy it while it lasts, and send home for treats!

News from Newton!

A dipper of hot tea brings back memories of home …

1862: Now that the holiday boxes have finally arrived, the boys choose to look on the bright side…

Colby’s father sends him a knife in his holiday box, but will it get past Capt. Richardson?

Tensions arise in camp as the holidays approach …

Postal privileges & caustic comments from the camp of the 39th MA:

The regiment prepares for Winter Quarters …

1862: News and views from the old NH home …

Waiting for action …