Civil War Records

I specialize in research and record retrieval for Civil War and War of 1812 soldiers at the National Archives in Washington DC.

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This collection features 39 fully transcribed diaries from Union and Confederate soldiers. While your ancestor’s personal diary might not be here, you might discover firsthand accounts from soldiers who served in the same regiment.
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4/4 What stories are waiting in your ancestor’s pension file? Order your ancestor’s Civil War pension file today and start making new discoveries. https://t.co/mJc5ruu13G #genealogy

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1/4 Meet William Brown of the 19th US Colored Infantry, and yes, that’s his photo, found tucked inside his pension file.
Finding any image of a USCT soldier is rare. Finding one in the pension file? Nearly unheard of.

But this pension file held something even more extraordinary.

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3/4 This file was more than just military paperwork; it’s a window into identity, history, and legacy.

That is why requesting your ancestor’s pension file can be so important; it may hold the only written link to your family's past.

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I was a guest on the Ohio Roots podcast, the official podcast of the Ohio Genealogical Society! We chatted about my start in genealogy, Civil War research, & helping others discover their ancestors.

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Memorial Day began in 1868 as Decoration Day, a time to honor Civil War soldiers by decorating their graves with flowers. First proclaimed by Gen. John A. Logan, it later grew to honor all fallen U.S. service members. #MemorialDay

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I recently joined The Family Treehouse Podcast by Storied to talk about one of my favorite topics, uncovering powerful stories in Civil War records. I shared tips for researching your ancestor’s military history. Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify! 1/2

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In Oct 1862, 19-year-old Creed Amos wrote his parents from Camp Lincoln. Four months later, he was gone. His letter became key to their Civil War pension claim. Read his story & see images from the file in our latest post: https://t.co/g8tMPq27Mb

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In Oct 1862, 19-year-old Creed Amos wrote his parents from Camp Lincoln. Four months later, he was gone. His letter became key to their Civil War pension claim. Read his story & see images from the file in our latest post: https://t.co/g8tMPq27Mb

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What year did the American Civil War begin? Know the answer? Enter it here for a chance to win a $25 credit toward your next Civil War Records purchase!
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2/2 changing everything they thought they knew.
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1/2 While I was at the Ohio Genealogical Society's annual conference over the weekend, I sat down with attorney and family historian Justin K. Houser, JD, and he shared how a Civil War pension file uncovered the real story behind a long-held family tale,

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My booth is all set up and ready for the Ohio Genealogical Society’s annual conference! I’m excited to reconnect with friends and meet some new ones. If you’re attending, be sure to stop by the exhibitor hall and say hi! #genealogy

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As April closes, take a look back at one soldier’s letter from April 16, 1865, just days after the surrender and hours after Lincoln’s death. It is a powerful firsthand glimpse into the final days of the Civil War. Read the full letter on our blog! https://t.co/g8tMPq27Mb

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I had rare access to original Revolutionary War muster rolls at the National Archives! This one, from August 1776, just a month after the Declaration of Independence. It's a privilege to see these stories firsthand. #genealogy

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The correct answer was James Madison—fun fact, he was the last U.S. president who was also a Founding Father! Congratulations to our winner, Terry Gunnell-Beck!