Edward S. Amidon Civil War papers
MS-910
Collection
Identifier: MS-910
The Edward S. Amidon Civil War papers contains two journals documenting his experiences as a sailor aboard the USS Sabine and USS Niagara. Photocopies of Amidon's muster rolls and pension documents are also included as well as his military discharge certificate. Amidon's Naval enlistment under an alias, Edward Aldrich, to thwart his family knowing details of his enlistment.
Dates
- 1863 - 1864
Creator
- Amidon, Edward S., 1834-1906 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Unrestricted.
Conditions Governing Use
Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.
Extent
0.2 Linear Feet (1 box)
Overview
Edward S. Amidon (1834-1918), sailor. The collection contains two journals and his naval discharge certificate, documenting Amidon's experiences as a sailor aboard the USS Sabine and USS Niagara during the Civil War. Photocopies of his muster rolls and pension documents are also included.
Creator
- Amidon, Edward S., 1834-1906 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Rauner Special Collections Library Repository