MMS 136 - John Welk Diary Transcript

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“MMS 136 - John Welk Diary Transcript.” Finding Aids. BGSU University Libraries, 16 Apr. 2014, lib.bgsu.edu/finding_aids/items/show/1744. Accessed 9 Dec. 2024.

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TitleMMS 136 - John Welk Diary Transcript
DescriptionDiary, 1862-1863.
Diary of a soldier serving with Co. D, 15th O.V.I. Killed in battle at Chickamauga, Sept. 20, 1863.

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John Welk died in the Battle known as Chickamauga. In the brief span of time covered by John Welk's diary, he:

  • Apparently missed the Battle of Perryville in Kentucky on Oct. 8, 1862.
  • Was engaged in the Battle at Murfreesboro (also known as Stone's River), Dec. 31, 1862 - Jan. 2, 1863.
  • Was engaged in the Battle of Chickamauga, September 19 and 20, 1863.

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