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Waitt, Ernest Linden, History of the Nineteenth regiment, Massachusetts volunteer infantry , 1861-1865, Chapter 1: organization of the regiment. (search)
nd receiving that preparation which was to be of great benefit to them in later years. On August 18, Colonel Hinks received the following letter: Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Aug. 15, 1861. Sir: I am directed by His Excellency, the Commander-In-Chief, to inform you that the exigencies of the public service are such aed to favor expedition in every practicable way. Yours truly, Wm. Schouler, Adjt. Gen. On August 26, 1861, the following order was issued: Commonwealth of Massachusetts, A. G. O., Boston, Aug. 26, 1861. Col. Hinks, Commanding, 19th Regt. Mass. Vols. Sir: You are directed to proceed with your command on Tuesday, By order of His Excellency, John A. Andrew, Gov. & Com. in Chief. In consequence of this, the following Special Order was issued: S. O. 411. Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Headquarters, Boston, Aug. 27, 1861. Col. Edw. Hinks, commanding the 19th Regt. Mass. Vols., having requested that the rank of Company Officers in
Waitt, Ernest Linden, History of the Nineteenth regiment, Massachusetts volunteer infantry , 1861-1865, Chapter 2: off to the front. (search)
t making a very pleasing impression upon the spectators. The regiment arrived at New York at 1.00 P. M. on August 29, was met by a delegation of the Sons of Massachusetts and marched in double files to the barracks in City Hall Park, where dinner was served, it having been prepared by Assistant Quartermaster Frank E. Howe, of Nn in the northern room of the barracks, which were handsomely decorated,—the following inscription appearing at the end of the great room: New York Seventh and Massachusetts Sixth and Eighth,—brothers in arms who saved our Nation's Capital. The state flag of Massachusetts was suspended over the tables, which were tastefully garnisMassachusetts was suspended over the tables, which were tastefully garnished with fruits and vegetables of the season, together with an occasional long-necked bottle. Some of the enlisted men were given a testament and they were then allowed to roam about the city for a time after dinner. Some of the men struck up: Nineteenth regiment is marching on, Nineteenth regiment is marching on, Glory, Gl
Waitt, Ernest Linden, History of the Nineteenth regiment, Massachusetts volunteer infantry , 1861-1865, Chapter 4: the balls Bluff disaster. (search)
le not more than 250 yards distant. At Edward's Ferry, Company K (Tiger Fire Zouaves), Captain Ansel D. Wass, with the Andrew Sharpshooters, did excellent service and are entitled to great commendation for their coolness and efficiency. Massachusetts troops everywhere performed prodigies of valor and had there been competent management in this battle, in which Massachusetts men were depended on for the execution of details which their judgment condemned, it is not improbable that we shouMassachusetts men were depended on for the execution of details which their judgment condemned, it is not improbable that we should now rejoice in a victory for our arms. As it was, our men were deliberately murdered by the mismanagement of someone. Who that someone is, future investigation will show. Our men fought for victory, and they now demand to know why they were not victorious; why this sacrifice of a small force when thirty thousand were within two hour's march; why proper transportation was not prepared,— when four months have been idled away upon this shore of the Potomac with the enemy in front; why the
Waitt, Ernest Linden, History of the Nineteenth regiment, Massachusetts volunteer infantry , 1861-1865, Chapter 6: removal to Muddy Branch. (search)
ed, the regiment was ordered, on December 4, 1861, to Seneca, at a place called Muddy Branch, some miles nearer Washington, where it relieved some of the command of Gen. Banks, whose division was sent to Frederick. Camp Benton, with its well determined lines, its spacious streets, curiously constructed ovens and underground furnaces, its nicely thatched stables and log houses, was left as a monument to the versatile skill, the military genius, ingenuity and perseverence of the men of Massachusetts. In moving to Muddy Branch, the regiment, with the exception of Company C, marched to Edward's Ferry and went down by way of the canal, leaving early in the day. The weather was very cold and the air frosty. Company C was left to guard the camp equipage and see to loading it into the canal boats at the ferry. This being done, they began the march across country about 5 P. M. The roads being heavy (when they were fortunate enough to find any), and the fields soft from recent rains,
Waitt, Ernest Linden, History of the Nineteenth regiment, Massachusetts volunteer infantry , 1861-1865, Chapter 7: the winter at Muddy Branch. (search)
ably discharged. Second Lieut. Geo. M. Barry, of Company E, was honorably discharged and First Sergt. M. A McNamara was promoted to the position. During January and February the officers were very much scattered. Col. Hinks was absent in Massachusetts, and Lieut. Col. Devereux was left in command of the district from Great Falls to Seneca. Adjt. John C. Chadwick was acting Asst. Adjt. General at the headquarters of the First Brigade, Corps of Observation; Capt. C. M. Merritt, Company A.k's Division and the balance of the Brigade, under command of Brigadier Gen. N. J. T. Dana, at Harper's Ferry, on its way to reinforce Gen. Banks and Shields in the Shenandoah Valley. The tents which had sheltered the the men since they left Massachusetts were taken down and sent to Washington with the extra personal baggage. A flotilla of canal boats was taken at Edward's Ferry and on these were loaded the wagons, ammunition and supplies, and the regiment started for Harper's Ferry. The
Waitt, Ernest Linden, History of the Nineteenth regiment, Massachusetts volunteer infantry , 1861-1865, chapter 9 (search)
ith better precision than drill,—all dodging together. They did not think at such times that the sound followed the missile, and if they were to be hit at all, it would be before they could have the opportunity of hearing it. During the stay of the regiment in front of Yorktown, Adjt. John C. Chadwick returned to it, having been relieved of his duties as Acting Assistant Adjutant General of Dana's Brigade, and First Lieut. Moncena Dunn, of Company D, returned from recruiting duty in Massachusetts, together with First Lieut. James H. Rice, of Company F. In Company C, Capt. J. Scott Todd resigned, and First Lieut. George W. Bachelder was made Captain, Second Lieut. J. G. C. Dodge, of Company F being made First Lieutenant and transferred to fill the vacancy. Capt. James D. Russell, of Company D, was detailed for special duty on the fortifications and First Lieut. Edward P. Bishop, of Company K, was detailed as Aide-de-Camp on the staff of Brig. Gen. Dana. Sergt. William H. Hill,
Waitt, Ernest Linden, History of the Nineteenth regiment, Massachusetts volunteer infantry , 1861-1865, Chapter 15: the rest at Harrison's Landing. (search)
July 4, also, when the roll of the regiment was called, it was found that more than one half of the men who had left Massachusetts less than a year before had either been killed in battle, died of disease or were sick and wounded in the General Hoss 19TH Mass. Vols., in camp near Harrison Landing, Va. July 9TH, 1862. To his Excellency, John A. Andrew, Governor of Massachusetts. Governor: Having received from General Headquarters a circular desiring all regimental commanders to nominate Palmer went to Company D. Capt. Ansel D. Wass, who had been wounded in the action of June 30th, and was absent in Massachusetts, was promoted to be Major. There was a great deal of sickness in the regiment at Harrison's Landing and much homesrength of the men who seemed, thereby, to lose much of their stamina. Col. Hinks, after being wounded, returned to Massachusetts for a brief period, and, while convalescing, improved his time by eloquent appeals to his fellow citizens to voluntee
Waitt, Ernest Linden, History of the Nineteenth regiment, Massachusetts volunteer infantry , 1861-1865, Chapter 16: the march down the Peninsula. (search)
of Company F, Capt. Charles U. Devereux, of Company H and Second Lieut. Fred F. Crofts, of Company I, were absent in Massachusetts, suffering from wounds, and Major Wass had not yet returned. First Lieut. Oliver F. Briggs was the acting regimentd, and in ill humor with everything and everybody. This was not diminished any when the men were laughed at by a new Massachusetts regiment which was just going to the front. Many of the new ones were heard to complain because they had received no letter gives an idea of the condition of the organization at this time,—just one year from the day the regiment left Massachusetts: Headquarters, 19TH Regt. Mass. Vols. Camp near Alexandria, Va., August 29TH, 1862. To His Excellency, John A. Andrew, Governor of Massachusetts, Sir: The condition of this regiment requires three hundred and thirty-two (332) men to fill it to the standard. I respectfully request that number of men may be forwarded as speedily as possible. Very respe
Waitt, Ernest Linden, History of the Nineteenth regiment, Massachusetts volunteer infantry , 1861-1865, Chapter 18: the battle of Antietam. (search)
ly preserved the lines from being permanently broken. The report of the Adjutant General of Massachusetts says of Col. Hinks: As soon as he observed the flank attack, which had caused the division tgun or color was lost during these battles. Official list of casualties in the Nineteenth Massachusetts regiment at the battle of Antietam, September 17, 1862. killed in action or died of woundbituary notices of the most complimentary character appeared in the Boston dailies and other Massachusetts papers. Said the Daily Advertiser, He commanded the Eighth Regiment through the three-monen. Sedgwick to Gov. Andrew after the battle of Antietam, (see Report of Adjutant General of Massachusetts, pp. 181-3:— To His Excellency John A. Andrew, Governor of the Commonwealth of MassachuCommonwealth of Massachusetts,—. . . . . . I have already forwarded through the military channels a list of officers and soldiers who were distinguished for gallantry and good conduct, recommending them for promotion, and I
Waitt, Ernest Linden, History of the Nineteenth regiment, Massachusetts volunteer infantry , 1861-1865, Chapter 20: to Falmouth, in pursuit of Lee. Burnside supersedes McClellan. (search)
r, even the smoke of camp and picket fires curling slowly upward, betoken no strife. The few white tents in sight look innocent enough. The sunlight plays with the sentry's bayonet and even the frowning cannon seem but as the shade necessary to perfect the picture. The Nineteenth Massachusetts regiment had by this time been drilled into excellent condition and the commanding officers were much pleased with it. Brig. General O. O. Howard, on Nov. 20th, 1862, wrote from the headquarters of the Second Division, Second Corps, at Falmouth, Va. I have had Massachusetts regiments under my command for the last few months and they have won my complete confidence. The Fifteenth, Nineteenth and Twentieth are regiments that your state and our country have every reason to be proud of. I have found them well disciplined, with arms in good order, efficient in outpost duty, steady and perfectly reliable in action. For myself, I state it with perfect sincerity, I ask no better troops.
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