George Butler: Declaration of Recruit., 02/19/1862-02/19/1862

File — Box: 1, Folder: 83

Identifier: 77039

Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

Only one series.

Dates

02/19/1862-02/19/1862

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Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Shelf Location

09/14/05

Container Summary

1 Partly Printed Document dated 2/19/1862: Enlistment document detailing George Butler's enlistment in the Union Army. According to the document, Butler was born in Unity, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, was a laborer by occupation, was 28 years old upon enlistment, and enlisted in Cleveland, Ohio. The document was signed by Richard R. Crawford, "2d Lt 7th Infantry Recruiting Officer."

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

BUTLER, GEORGE - DOCUMENT: ENLISTMENT IN UNION ARMY (1862): Manuscript

CLEVELAND - OHIO - DOCUMENT: ENLISTMENT IN UNION ARMY (1862): Manuscript

CRAWFORD, RICHARD R. - DOCUMENT: UNION ARMY RECRUITING OFFICER (1862): Manuscript