Web Author's Notes:
The following letters of Thomas B. Linn, a drummer in the 16th OVI, were transcribed by John M. Pierson who obtained them from Mary Bavender. The letters were part of a collection of papers from Linn which included a detailed diary. Combined, the letters and diary entries give us an intimate look at the life of a soldier in the 16th OVI during the Civil War.

These letters were all written or received while Linn was a Private in Company B, and between July 25, 1863 to January 23, 1864. He was later promoted, on July 1, 1864, to Principal Musician, as a drummer, and transferred to Field & Staff. It is highly likely additional letters exist but have yet to be found.

You can also view these letters in the date context of The Linn Diary.