Curtis, Daniel S., d.1890
Person
Biographical Note
Daniel S. Curtis enlisted as a First Lieutenant in the Union Army on September 2, 1862. Originally part of the Twenty Eight Regiment Wisconsin Volunteers, Curtis became part of the 1st D.C. Cavalry (Baker's Cavalry) in May 21, 1863 where he worked as a recruiter. In the spring of 1864, Baker's Cavalry was sent to Virginia. In August of 1864, Curtis mustered into the field staff of the 1st Maine Cavalry. On July 5, 1866, Curtis was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Curtis died in 1890.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Daniel Curtis Collection,
Collection
Identifier: Ms-2013-047
Abstract
The collection consists of an unbound diary, marching orders, and an itemized list of purchases kept by Daniel Curtis in May 1864.
Dates:
1864 - 1864