Letter, 1863 August 16, Suess to Brooks on methods of sapping
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Letter to Brooks from Suess regarding the commencement of sapping operations. Suess writes that Capt. Walker has serious misgivings about the effectiveness of the fall sap, and that Capt. Walker proposes a different method of sapping, which was first used by the Turks in the 17th century.
Letter, 1863 August 16, Suess to Brooks on methods of sapping
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Letter to Brooks from Suess regarding the commencement of sapping operations. Suess writes that Capt. Walker has serious misgivings about the effectiveness of the fall sap, and that Capt. Walker proposes a different method of sapping, which was first used by the Turks in the 17th century.
Letter, 1863 August 16, Suess to Brooks on methods of sapping
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Letter to Brooks from Suess regarding the commencement of sapping operations. Suess writes that Capt. Walker has serious misgivings about the effectiveness of the fall sap, and that Capt. Walker proposes a different method of sapping, which was first used by the Turks in the 17th century.
Report, 1863 August 17, Brooks to Gilmore, on projectiles used in the bombardment of Fort Sumter [Verso]
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Report to General Q. A. Gillmore from Brooks on projectiles used in the bombardment of Fort Sumter under the direction of John W. Turner. Contains a table listing the calibre of ordnance (Parrott rifle or Sea Coast Mortar), with information such as the number of shots.
Report, 1863 August 17, Brooks to Gilmore, on projectiles used in the bombardment of Fort Sumter [Recto]
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Report to General Q. A. Gillmore from Brooks on projectiles used in the bombardment of Fort Sumter under the direction of John W. Turner. Contains a table listing the calibre of ordnance (Parrott rifle or Sea Coast Mortar), with information such as the number of shots.
Diagram by Suess, of zig-zag approaches with defensive batteries, proposed for Fort Wagner
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Diagram by Suess of zig-zag approaches with defensive batteries, proposed for Fort Wagner.
Diagram by Suess, of zig-zag approaches with defensive batteries, proposed for Fort Wagner
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Diagram by Suess of zig-zag approaches with defensive batteries, proposed for Fort Wagner.
Sketches of plans for a Block House (and Requa Battery)
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Brooks' sketches of plans for a Block House (and Requa Battery) for Defense of Approach and Parallels (on Fort Wagner?)
Sketches of plans for a Block House (and Requa Battery)
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Brooks' sketches of plans for a Block House (and Requa Battery) for Defense of Approach and Parallels (on Fort Wagner?)
Letter, 1863 August 20, Lorigan to Brooks, diagram of a Rebel torpedo
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Letter to Brooks from Lorigan providing drawings and a description of a Rebel floating torpedo picked up off of Morris Island on August 18th 1863.
Letter, 1863 August 20, Lorigan to Brooks, diagram of a Rebel torpedo
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Letter to Brooks from Lorigan providing drawings and a description of a Rebel floating torpedo picked up off of Morris Island on August 18th 1863.
Letter, 1863 August 18, Lorigan to Brooks, regarding a Rebel torpedo found on Morris Island
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Letter to Brooks from Lorigan providing drawings and a description of a Rebel floating torpedo picked up off of Morris Island on August 18th 1863.
Letter, 1863 August 18, Lorigan to Brooks, regarding a Rebel torpedo found on Morris Island
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Letter to Brooks from Lorigan providing drawings and a description of a Rebel floating torpedo picked up off of Morris Island on August 18th 1863.
Brooks to Crane and Chandler, instructions to clear sap of all obstacles, August 24 1863
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Instructions sent to Crane and Chandler by order of Brooks, that they will twice in each turn of duty examine the whole line of trenches from the 1st Parallel to the Head of the Sap, clearing it of all obstacles. Brooks also writes that obstructions put in by the Guard must be removed by them, or their refusal to do so reported.
Brooks to Crane and Chandler, instructions to clear sap of all obstacles, August 24 1863
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Instructions sent to Crane and Chandler by order of Brooks, that they will twice in each turn of duty examine the whole line of trenches from the 1st Parallel to the Head of the Sap, clearing it of all obstacles. Brooks also writes that obstructions put in by the Guard must be removed by them, or their refusal to do so reported.
Letter, 1863 August 26, Walker to Brooks, recommending another sap roller
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Letter to Brooks from Walker, suggesting that another sap roller be immediately got up to the 4th parallel, and that another sap be started on the higher grounds to the right. Walker states that this can be done as to make a decided advance, and will not interfere with the firing of mortars upon the enemy's rifle pits.
Letter, 1863 August 26, Walker to Brooks, recommending another sap roller
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Letter to Brooks from Walker, suggesting that another sap roller be immediately got up to the 4th parallel, and that another sap be started on the higher grounds to the right. Walker states that this can be done as to make a decided advance, and will not interfere with the firing of mortars upon the enemy's rifle pits.
Letter, 1863 August 28, Barnard to Brooks, regarding maps of Charleston Harbor
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Letter to Brooks from Barnard stating that Barnard is aware that copies of a chart of Charleston Harbor sent to Brooks previously must be erroneous. Barnard writes that it is necessary to issue a new edition of this map, and would be greatly gratified to receive some suggestions from Brooks for its improvement.
Letter, 1863 August 28, Brooks to Gilmore
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Letter to Gillmore from Brooks requesting that the Battery of 4-8" Mortars now in the right of the 3rd Parallel be moved forward to the 2nd Parallel. Brooks also recommends that field guns be placed in Battery in the 5th Parallel. A response from Gillmore, dated 1863-08-28, is included, stating that positions will be prepared for the 8" mortar & two field pieces in the 5th parallel, but they will not be placed there until further orders.
Letter, 1863 August 28, Brooks to Gilmore
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Letter to Gillmore from Brooks requesting that the Battery of 4-8" Mortars now in the right of the 3rd Parallel be moved forward to the 2nd Parallel. Brooks also recommends that field guns be placed in Battery in the 5th Parallel. A response from Gillmore, dated 1863-08-28, is included, stating that positions will be prepared for the 8" mortar & two field pieces in the 5th parallel, but they will not be placed there until further orders.
Letter, 1863 August 28, Suess to Brooks, on connecting saps and trenches
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Letter to Brooks from Suess recommending to connect all the ends of saps and trenches abutting on the beach by a trench, which would be furnished with a double parapet. This is because of increased apprehension of a flanking attack upon the right by way of the beach. Suess writes that he thinks the work could be performed at night.
Letter, 1863 August 28, Barnard to Brooks, regarding maps of Charleston Harbor
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Letter to Brooks from Barnard stating that Barnard is aware that copies of a chart of Charleston Harbor sent to Brooks previously must be erroneous. Barnard writes that it is necessary to issue a new edition of this map, and would be greatly gratified to receive some suggestions from Brooks for its improvement.
Letter, 1863 August 28, Brooks to Gilmore
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Letter to Gillmore from Brooks requesting that the Battery of 4-8" Mortars now in the right of the 3rd Parallel be moved forward to the 2nd Parallel. Brooks also recommends that field guns be placed in Battery in the 5th Parallel. A response from Gillmore, dated 1863-08-28, is included, stating that positions will be prepared for the 8" mortar & two field pieces in the 5th parallel, but they will not be placed there until further orders.
Letter, 1863 August 28, Brooks to Gilmore
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Letter to Gillmore from Brooks requesting that the Battery of 4-8" Mortars now in the right of the 3rd Parallel be moved forward to the 2nd Parallel. Brooks also recommends that field guns be placed in Battery in the 5th Parallel. A response from Gillmore, dated 1863-08-28, is included, stating that positions will be prepared for the 8" mortar & two field pieces in the 5th parallel, but they will not be placed there until further orders.
Letter, 1863 August 28, Suess to Brooks, on connecting saps and trenches
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Letter to Brooks from Suess recommending to connect all the ends of saps and trenches abutting on the beach by a trench, which would be furnished with a double parapet. This is because of increased apprehension of a flanking attack upon the right by way of the beach. Suess writes that he thinks the work could be performed at night.
Letter, 1863 August 28, Brooks to Gilmore
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Letter to Gillmore from Brooks requesting that the Battery of 4-8" Mortars now in the right of the 3rd Parallel be moved forward to the 2nd Parallel. Brooks also recommends that field guns be placed in Battery in the 5th Parallel. A response from Gillmore, dated 1863-08-28, is included, stating that positions will be prepared for the 8" mortar & two field pieces in the 5th parallel, but they will not be placed there until further orders.
Letter, 1863 August 28, Barnard to Brooks, regarding maps of Charleston Harbor
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Letter to Brooks from Barnard stating that Barnard is aware that copies of a chart of Charleston Harbor sent to Brooks previously must be erroneous. Barnard writes that it is necessary to issue a new edition of this map, and would be greatly gratified to receive some suggestions from Brooks for its improvement.
Letter, 1863 August 29, unknown to Brooks, regarding a plan for Forts Gregg and Wagner
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Letter to Brooks from Unknown, regarding a plan for Forts Gregg and Wagner. Fort Johnson is also mentioned.
Dr. Grant and his calcium light lighting up Fort Wagner, sketch
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Sketch of Dr. Grant and his calcium light lighting up Fort Wagner. Possibly by Thomas Benton (T.B.) Brooks.
Front of envelope, containing papers relating to Fort Wagner
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Front of envelope containing the words, "Papers relating to Fort Wagner its capture, assault, etc." Possibly by Thomas Benton (T.B.) Brooks.
Dr. Grant and his calcium light lighting up Fort Wagner, sketch
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Sketch of Dr. Grant and his calcium light lighting up Fort Wagner. Possibly by Thomas Benton (T.B.) Brooks.
Lists of guns at Fort Wagner, September 7 1863
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Lists of guns at Fort Wagner and at Fort Gregg, including Howitzers, Sea Coast Mortars, Coehorns, etc. Possibly by Thomas Benton (T.B.) Brooks.
List of guns at Fort Wagner, September 7 1863
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Lists of guns at Fort Wagner and at Fort Gregg, including Howitzers, Sea Coast Mortars, Coehorns, etc. Possibly by Thomas Benton (T.B.) Brooks.
Letter, 1863 September 13, Shaw to Brooks, regarding the condition of platforms and embrasures in his battery
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Letter to Brooks from Shaw regarding the durability of the platforms and embrasures in the Battery of the 30 Pdr Parrotts under his command. Shaw reports that the platforms and embrasures remain in nearly as good condition as when first put down.
Letter, 1863 September 13, Shaw to Brooks, regarding the condition of platforms and embrasures in his battery
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Letter to Brooks from Shaw regarding the durability of the platforms and embrasures in the Battery of the 30 Pdr Parrotts under his command. Shaw reports that the platforms and embrasures remain in nearly as good condition as when first put down.
Letter, 1863 September 14, Dalrymple to Brooks, regarding facts obtained from a wounded Major
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Letter to Brooks from Dalrymple regarding facts Dalrymple obtained from a wounded Major on board Steamer Cosmopolitan. These facts relate to Fort Wagner's construction and Engineers. Dalrymple writes that if Brooks calls and sees the Major, Brooks will gain valuable information in regard to Forts Wagner and Gregg.
Letter, 1863 September 14, Dalrymple to Brooks, regarding facts obtained from a wounded Major
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Letter to Brooks from Dalrymple regarding facts Dalrymple obtained from a wounded Major on board Steamer Cosmopolitan. These facts relate to Fort Wagner's construction and Engineers. Dalrymple writes that if Brooks calls and sees the Major, Brooks will gain valuable information in regard to Forts Wagner and Gregg.
Letter, 1863 September 14, Dalrymple to Brooks, regarding facts obtained from a wounded Major
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Letter to Brooks from Dalrymple regarding facts Dalrymple obtained from a wounded Major on board Steamer Cosmopolitan. These facts relate to Fort Wagner's construction and Engineers. Dalrymple writes that if Brooks calls and sees the Major, Brooks will gain valuable information in regard to Forts Wagner and Gregg.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Caldwell? to Brooks
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Letter to Brooks from Caldwell? giving Brooks authorization to purchase howitzers, boats, and equipment to organize boat infantry. Possibly by Caldwell.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Brooks to Gilmore, regarding maps [Verso]
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Letter to Gillmore from Brooks in response to Gillmore's request that Brooks submit a list of maps necessary for a report on the military operations against the Defenses of Charleston Harbor. The list includes a general map of the whole field of operations, as well as siege operations and Batteries on several islands, with the desired scales. Brooks also recommends several men to assist in this work.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Caldwell? to Brooks
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Letter to Brooks from Caldwell? giving Brooks authorization to purchase howitzers, boats, and equipment to organize boat infantry. Possibly by Caldwell.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Brooks to Gilmore, regarding maps [Recto]
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Letter to Gillmore from Brooks in response to Gillmore's request that Brooks submit a list of maps necessary for a report on the military operations against the Defenses of Charleston Harbor. The list includes a general map of the whole field of operations, as well as siege operations and Batteries on several islands, with the desired scales. Brooks also recommends several men to assist in this work.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Caldwell? to Brooks
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Letter to Brooks from Caldwell? giving Brooks authorization to purchase howitzers, boats, and equipment to organize boat infantry. Possibly by Caldwell.
Letter, 1863 September 15, Caldwell? to Brooks
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Letter to Brooks from Caldwell? giving Brooks authorization to purchase howitzers, boats, and equipment to organize boat infantry. Possibly by Caldwell.
Letter, 1863 September 16, Baldwin to Brooks, regarding Baldwin's inspection of Parrott-gun batteries [Verso]
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Letter to Brooks from Baldwin regarding Baldwin's inspection of Parrott-gun Batteries. Baldwin reports that embrasures are in a dilapidated condition, and also discusses the strength and serviceability of the gun batteries, and the replacement of materials in the original platforms.
Letter, 1863 September 16, Baldwin to Brooks, regarding Baldwin's inspection of Parrott-gun batteries [Recto]
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Letter to Brooks from Baldwin regarding Baldwin's inspection of Parrott-gun Batteries. Baldwin reports that embrasures are in a dilapidated condition, and also discusses the strength and serviceability of the gun batteries, and the replacement of materials in the original platforms.
Letter, 1863 September 19, James Wallace to Brooks, on Parrott gun elevations
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Letter to Brooks from James Wallace, reporting elevations of Parrott guns used in the Naval Battery against Fort Sumter, and discussing recoil of guns and how recoil affects elevation.
Letter, 1863 September 22, James Wallace to Brooks, regarding Parrott guns that failed [Recto]
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Letter to Brooks from James Baldwin, reporting results of Baldwin's examination of the 100 and 200 Pdr Parrott guns that failed during the bombardment of Ft. Sumter. The number of rounds at which guns failed, signs of crystallization, cracks, and fractures in the guns are detailed.
Letter, 1863 September 22, James Wallace to Brooks, regarding Parrott guns that failed [Verso]
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Letter to Brooks from James Baldwin, reporting results of Baldwin's examination of the 100 and 200 Pdr Parrott guns that failed during the bombardment of Ft. Sumter. The number of rounds at which guns failed, signs of crystallization, cracks, and fractures in the guns are detailed.
Letter, 1863 September 22, James Wallace to Brooks, regarding Parrott guns that failed, page 2
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Letter to Brooks from James Baldwin, reporting results of Baldwin's examination of the 100 and 200 Pdr Parrott guns that failed during the bombardment of Ft. Sumter. The number of rounds at which guns failed, signs of crystallization, cracks, and fractures in the guns are detailed.
Letter, 1863 September 24, Baldwin to Brooks, regarding exploded Parrott guns [Recto]
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Letter to Brooks from Baldwin, stating that Baldwin's report on the exploded Parrott guns is enclosed. Baldwin writes that he has found a letter written by him before the war began that contains a plan for the production of heavy wrought-iron guns. Baldwin writes that he considers this plan superior to any method now in use, and says he will explain the method to Brooks at a future time.
Letter, 1863 September 24, Baldwin to Brooks, regarding exploded Parrott guns [Verso]
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Letter to Brooks from Baldwin, stating that Baldwin's report on the exploded Parrott guns is enclosed. Baldwin writes that he has found a letter written by him before the war began that contains a plan for the production of heavy wrought-iron guns. Baldwin writes that he considers this plan superior to any method now in use, and says he will explain the method to Brooks at a future time.
Letter, Brooks to Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co., regarding bayonets on Spencer rifles
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Letter from Brooks to Mr. Arther Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. requesting a change in the Spencer Army Rifle to enable the bayonet to be carried reversed on the Rifle for boat-service. A drawing is included. Brooks also requests any printed instructions concerning the use and care of their Spencer Rifles.
Letter, Brooks to Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co., regarding bayonets on Spencer rifles
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Letter from Brooks to Mr. Arther Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. requesting a change in the Spencer Army Rifle to enable the bayonet to be carried reversed on the Rifle for boat-service. A drawing is included. Brooks also requests any printed instructions concerning the use and care of their Spencer Rifles.
Letter, Brooks to Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co., regarding bayonets on Spencer rifles
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Letter from Brooks to Mr. Arther Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. requesting a change in the Spencer Army Rifle to enable the bayonet to be carried reversed on the Rifle for boat-service. A drawing is included. Brooks also requests any printed instructions concerning the use and care of their Spencer Rifles.
Letter, Brooks to Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co., regarding bayonets on Spencer rifles
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Letter from Brooks to Mr. Arther Cheney? of the Spencer Repeating Rifle Co. requesting a change in the Spencer Army Rifle to enable the bayonet to be carried reversed on the Rifle for boat-service. A drawing is included. Brooks also requests any printed instructions concerning the use and care of their Spencer Rifles.
Letter, 1863 October 30, Smith to Brooks, regarding the Requa Battery
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Letter to Brooks from Smith stating that Smith and Mr. Bradley own the Patent from Billinghurst & Requa, and that a printed pamphlet of reprints is enclosed where Brooks will find all of his inquiries regarding the guns answered, except as to operations in the field. Smith writes that he has a great personal feeling in seeing the Batteries tested.
Letter, 1863 December 7, Smith to Brooks, regarding the Requa Battery
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Letter to Brooks from Smith stating that Smith and Mr. Bradley own the Patent from Billinghurst & Requa, and that a printed pamphlet of reprints is enclosed where Brooks will find all of his inquiries regarding the guns answered, except as to operations in the field. Smith writes that he has a great personal feeling in seeing the Batteries tested.
Letter,1863 October 30, Smith to Brooks, regarding the Requa Battery
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Letter to Brooks from Smith stating that Smith and Mr. Bradley own the Patent from Billinghurst & Requa, and that a printed pamphlet of reprints is enclosed where Brooks will find all of his inquiries regarding the guns answered, except as to operations in the field. Smith writes that he has a great personal feeling in seeing the Batteries tested.
Letter, 1863 November 3, Talcott to Brooks
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Letter to Brooks from Talcott, including detailed information on Parrott guns in Fort Putnam (Gregg), Battery Chatfield, and Fort Strong (Wagner). Facts are provided for each gun, such as the date of bursting, number of rounds fired before bursting, the number of pieces each gun burst into, and how far the pieces were thrown. Descriptions of any fractures are provided, as well as other observations on the conditions of the guns after bursting.
Letter, 1863 November 3, Edward N Kirk Taliott? to Major T. B. Brooks, page 2
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Letter, 1863 November 3, Talcott to Brooks
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Letter to Brooks from Talcott, including detailed information on Parrott guns in Fort Putnam (Gregg), Battery Chatfield, and Fort Strong (Wagner). Facts are provided for each gun, such as the date of bursting, number of rounds fired before bursting, the number of pieces each gun burst into, and how far the pieces were thrown. Descriptions of any fractures are provided, as well as other observations on the conditions of the guns after bursting.
Letter, 1863 November 3, Talcott to Brooks
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Letter to Brooks from Talcott, including detailed information on Parrott guns in Fort Putnam (Gregg), Battery Chatfield, and Fort Strong (Wagner). Facts are provided for each gun, such as the date of bursting, number of rounds fired before bursting, the number of pieces each gun burst into, and how far the pieces were thrown. Descriptions of any fractures are provided, as well as other observations on the conditions of the guns after bursting.
Letter, 1863 November 3, Talcott to Brooks
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Letter to Brooks from Talcott, including detailed information on Parrott guns in Fort Putnam (Gregg), Battery Chatfield, and Fort Strong (Wagner). Facts are provided for each gun, such as the date of bursting, number of rounds fired before bursting, the number of pieces each gun burst into, and how far the pieces were thrown. Descriptions of any fractures are provided, as well as other observations on the conditions of the guns after bursting.
Letter, 1863 November 3, Talcott to Brooks
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Letter to Brooks from Talcott, including detailed information on Parrott guns in Fort Putnam (Gregg), Battery Chatfield, and Fort Strong (Wagner). Facts are provided for each gun, such as the date of bursting, number of rounds fired before bursting, the number of pieces each gun burst into, and how far the pieces were thrown. Descriptions of any fractures are provided, as well as other observations on the conditions of the guns after bursting.
Letter, 1863 November 3, Edward N Kirk Taliott? to Major T. B. Brooks, page 5
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Letter, 1863 November 3, Talcott to Brooks
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Letter to Brooks from Talcott, including detailed information on Parrott guns in Fort Putnam (Gregg), Battery Chatfield, and Fort Strong (Wagner). Facts are provided for each gun, such as the date of bursting, number of rounds fired before bursting, the number of pieces each gun burst into, and how far the pieces were thrown. Descriptions of any fractures are provided, as well as other observations on the conditions of the guns after bursting.
Letter, 1863 November 3, Edward N Kirk Taliott? to Major T. B. Brooks, page 4
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Letter, 1863 November 3, Edward N Kirk Taliott? to Major T. B. Brooks, page 6
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Letter, 1863 November 3, Edward N Kirk Taliott? to Major T. B. Brooks, page 1
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Letter, 1863 November 3, Edward N Kirk Taliott? to Major T. B. Brooks, page 3
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Letter, 1863 November 15, Eaton to Brooks, regarding bombproofs in Fort Wagner
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Letter to Brooks from Eaton reporting the effect of their bombardment on the enemy's bombproofs in Fort Wagner.
Letter, 1863 November 15, Eaton to Brooks, regarding bombproofs in Fort Wagner
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Letter to Brooks from Eaton reporting the effect of their bombardment on the enemy's bombproofs in Fort Wagner.
Letter, 1863 November 15, Eaton to Brooks, regarding bombproofs in Fort Wagner
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Letter to Brooks from Eaton reporting the effect of their bombardment on the enemy's bombproofs in Fort Wagner.
Letter to Brooks from Baldwin on the material and sewing of sand bags
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Letter to Brooks from Baldwin reporting that gunny cloth was used to make the sand-bags used in seige operations, and that the bags were sewn with cotton twine. He reports sand bags are now sewn using a lock-stitch, which retains its hold.
Letter to Brooks from Baldwin on the material and sewing of sand bags
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Letter to Brooks from Baldwin reporting that gunny cloth was used to make the sand-bags used in seige operations, and that the bags were sewn with cotton twine. He reports sand bags are now sewn using a lock-stitch, which retains its hold.
Letter, 1863 August 31, Randlett to Brooks, reporting the number of casualties
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Letter to Brooks from Randlett reporting the names of three men who were killed or wounded from explosion of torpedoes while Randlett was on duty with his command in Advance Trenches on the night of August 31st, 1863.
Letter, 1863 August 31, Randlett to Brooks, reporting the number of casualties
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Letter to Brooks from Randlett reporting the names of three men who were killed or wounded from explosion of torpedoes while Randlett was on duty with his command in Advance Trenches on the night of August 31st, 1863.
Letter, 1863 December 7, Brooks to Smith, regarding the Requa Battery
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Letter to Smith from Brooks responding to an inquiry concerning the "Requa Battery". Brooks writes that five pieces of the Billinghurst and Requa Rifle Battery were used in the siege operations against Fort Wagner as defensive guns of position, and that they constituted the most important part of the artillery depended on for defense in the advanced trenches. Brooks writes more about the guns' performance, and states that his ideas will be contained in a report to General Gillmore.
Letter, 1863 December 7, Brooks to Smith, regarding the Requa Battery
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Letter to Smith from Brooks responding to an inquiry concerning the "Requa Battery". Brooks writes that five pieces of the Billinghurst and Requa Rifle Battery were used in the siege operations against Fort Wagner as defensive guns of position, and that they constituted the most important part of the artillery depended on for defense in the advanced trenches. Brooks writes more about the guns' performance, and states that his ideas will be contained in a report to General Gillmore.
Letter, 1863 December 7, Brooks to Smith, regarding the Requa Battery
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Letter to Smith from Brooks responding to an inquiry concerning the "Requa Battery". Brooks writes that five pieces of the Billinghurst and Requa Rifle Battery were used in the siege operations against Fort Wagner as defensive guns of position, and that they constituted the most important part of the artillery depended on for defense in the advanced trenches. Brooks writes more about the guns' performance, and states that his ideas will be contained in a report to General Gillmore.
Letter, 1863 December 11, Eaton to Brooks, reporting the number of torpedoes seen in front of Ft. Wagner
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Letter to Brooks from Eaton reporting the number of large and small torpedoes he has seen at Ft. Wagner. Eaton writes that Wilcken can provide a more definite account. Eaton also reports that he thinks the firing would have been called "Moderate" compared with that against the approaches during the siege.
Lorigan on sand bag sizes and weights, Report, December 11 1863
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Report by Christopher J. Lorigan on the sizes and weights of sand bags used for revetting and other purposes in the approaches, batteries, etc. on Morris Island.
Letter, 1863 December 11, Eaton to Brooks, reporting the number of torpedoes seen in front of Ft. Wagner
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Letter to Brooks from Eaton reporting the number of large and small torpedoes he has seen at Ft. Wagner. Eaton writes that Wilcken can provide a more definite account. Eaton also reports that he thinks the firing would have been called "Moderate" compared with that against the approaches during the siege.
Lorigan on sand bag sizes and weights, Report, December 11 1863
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Report by Christopher J. Lorigan on the sizes and weights of sand bags used for revetting and other purposes in the approaches, batteries, etc. on Morris Island.
Report by Crane, on Rebel firing at Fort Wagner, December 15 1863
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Report by Crane on the amount of Rebel firing on working parties in front of Fort Wagner. Crane writes that the fire upon the fatigue parties was sometimes more, at other times less.
Report by Crane, on Rebel firing at Fort Wagner, December 15 1863
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Report by Crane on the amount of Rebel firing on working parties in front of Fort Wagner. Crane writes that the fire upon the fatigue parties was sometimes more, at other times less.
Report by Crane, on Rebel firing at Fort Wagner, December 15 1863
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Report by Crane on the amount of Rebel firing on working parties in front of Fort Wagner. Crane writes that the fire upon the fatigue parties was sometimes more, at other times less.
Letter, 1863 December 16, Suess to Brooks, regarding Rebel firing and work done during the siege
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Letter to Brooks from Suess in response to eleven questions sent to Suess by Brooks previously. Questions were in relation to rebel firing, how much work was done at night, and how much of the work was shoveling dirt. Suess also compared work done by soldiers during the siege to work done by citizens in civil life.
Letter, 1863 December 16, Suess to Brooks, regarding Rebel firing and work done during the siege
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Letter to Brooks from Suess in response to eleven questions sent to Suess by Brooks previously. Questions were in relation to rebel firing, how much work was done at night, and how much of the work was shovelling dirt. Suess also compared work done by soldiers during the siege to work done by citizens in civil life.
Letter, 1863 December 16, Suess to Brooks, regarding Rebel firing and work done during the siege
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Letter to Brooks from Suess in response to eleven questions sent to Suess by Brooks previously. Questions were in relation to rebel firing, how much work was done at night, and how much of the work was shovelling dirt. Suess also compared work done by soldiers during the siege to work done by citizens in civil life.
Letter, 1863 December 16, Brayton to Brooks, defining heavy Rebel firing
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Letter to Brooks from Brayton reporting on what constitutes heavy firing. Brayton states that he has consulted with Battery Commanders, and that their opinions on what constitutes heavy firing vary between 75 and 125 shots per hour. Brayton then reports the number of shots over time fired from Moultrie and from Rebel batteries on James and Sullivan's islands. He writes that his own opinion formed from consultation and personal observation is that from 100 to 123 shots per hour now constitute heavy firing from the Rebel batteries.
Letter, 1863 December 16, Brayton to Brooks, defining heavy Rebel firing
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Letter to Brooks from Brayton reporting on what constitutes heavy firing. Brayton states that he has consulted with Battery Commanders, and that their opinions on what constitutes heavy firing vary between 75 and 125 shots per hour. Brayton then reports the number of shots over time fired from Moultrie and from Rebel batteries on James and Sullivan's islands. He writes that his own opinion formed from consultation and personal observation is that from 100 to 123 shots per hour now constitute heavy firing from the Rebel batteries.
Letter, 1863 December 16, Brayton to Brooks, defining heavy Rebel firing
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Letter to Brooks from Brayton reporting on what constitutes heavy firing. Brayton states that he has consulted with Battery Commanders, and that their opinions on what constitutes heavy firing vary between 75 and 125 shots per hour. Brayton then reports the number of shots over time fired from Moultrie and from Rebel batteries on James and Sullivan's islands. He writes that his own opinion formed from consultation and personal observation is that from 100 to 123 shots per hour now constitute heavy firing from the Rebel batteries.
Letter, 1863 December 16, Suess to Brooks, regarding Rebel firing and work done during the siege
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Letter to Brooks from Suess in response to eleven questions sent to Suess by Brooks previously. Questions were in relation to rebel firing, how much work was done at night, and how much of the work was shovelling dirt. Suess also compared work done by soldiers during the siege to work done by citizens in civil life.
Letter, 1863 December 17, Crane to Brooks, on torpedoes found in front of Fort Wagner [Recto]
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Letter to Brooks from Crane responding to Major Brooks' request to know the number of torpedoes found in front of Fort Wagner. Crane reports a total of 44, which were all of the plunger kind. Crane also reports seeing 5 of the patent torpedoes.
Letter, 1863 December 17, Crane to Brooks, on torpedoes found in front of Fort Wagner [Verso]
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Letter to Brooks from Crane responding to Major Brooks' request to know the number of torpedoes found in front of Fort Wagner. Crane reports a total of 44, which were all of the plunger kind. Crane also reports seeing 5 of the patent torpedoes.
Letter, 1863 December 22, Eaton to Brooks, reporting dimensions and weight of filled sand bags
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Letter to Brooks from Eaton reporting the average dimensions and weight of filled sand bags.
Letter, 1863 December 22, Eaton to Brooks, reporting dimensions and weight of filled sand bags
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Letter to Brooks from Eaton reporting the average dimensions and weight of filled sand bags.
Letter, 1863 December 28, Wilcken to Brooks, on an arrangement for exploding torpedoes [Verso]
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Letter to Brooks from Wilcken stating that a sketch of an arrangement for exploding torpedoes is enclosed. Wilcken also provides the names of the officers who assisted him in the sapping operations and in building splinter-proofs. Wilcken writes that to the best of his knowledge nine (9) torpedoes exploded accidentally during the siege.
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