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Diary of Peter J. Perrine
Private, Company C
September 20, 1861 to July 4, 1864
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Pvt. Peter J. Perrine

Page 37 - September 24, 1863 to October 10, 1863

24th. The 3d & 4th Brigades were consolodated Brig. Genl Lawler Comdg

25th. The Division crossed over the bay and went into camp 2 miles above Berwick. had considerable rain while here.

Oct 3d. Took up our line of march at 6 A. M. and marched 15 miles to Camp Brisland (Fort Bisland?).

4th. Started at 6 A.M. Marched 10 miles camping near Frnklin, a very nice town on bayou Teche.

5th. Marched at 5 a.m. passed through Franklin and went 14 miles. got two months pay to night.

6th. Started at 6 A.M. Marched 10 miles. passed through some beautiful country.

7 & 8 rested.

9th. Resumed our march at 5 A.M. went 19 miles passing through Iberia & St. Martinsburg.

10th. Started at sunrise and marched 10 miles pass the 19th Corps. and go into camp...

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