After the War

A SOLDIER WALKS HOME

Ohio to Alabama.

Beginning in April 2010 we presented the first installment of a serialized version of Art Green's (2008) narrative "The Long Way Home."

The author explains, "This must be considered a work of fiction but not complete fiction. John C. Green did exist, as he was my grandfather. The Meek boys existed, and John listed them with address in his Camp Chase Barracks 11 roll book. The roll book exists in the Alabama Department of Archives and History. The experiences in Camp Chase are drawn from recorded events in history. The Parole of Honor lists John’s address as Wilcox County as that was the origin of Co. B. He actually lived in Monroe County in Packer’s Bend.

The segment after leaving Camp Chase including receipt of the Christian “farewell” packages and the walk home is conjecture as to what might have been. This path taken by the three is intended to represent a possible not particularly a probable path. The trip itself is only a possibility, as I have not found any positive evidence of them walking from Camp Chase. But some surely did. The genealogical data and dates are correct."

The feature starts here.

ABOUT THIS WEBSITE

This site presents facts about the fates of the officers and enlisted men who belonged to the 38th Alabama Infantry Regiment of the Confederate Army. It is not a history but rather a resource for genealogical research. We include an historical time line as background to the period: 1862-1865. Those who would like to learn more about this period will find a short bibliography of recommended reading here.

Note to researchers about the muster rolls shown on this site: these are one-time company rolls which show the names of enlistees appearing on one specific date only. The list of names would change with each monthly roll. Each is signed and dated by the company commander. If your ancestor does not appear on a given roll, it is possible he enlisted at a different time.

Update!

In November 2009 we added a new topic to our menu called "Artifacts." We have included an old 38th musket and a uniform collar, items which poignantly remind us of the personalities of two 38th Alabama soldiers. If you have photos of interest, please send them to us for inclusion here.





The latest addition to the artifacts portion of this site features letters from Lt. William Duncan Cole contribued by Leah Meador (above). Photo from the 38th reunion by Will Davis.

ATLANTA CAMPAIGN (100-DAY BATTLE)

A new feature, added January 2, 2010, is about the Atlanta Campaign. It is not quite complete, but you can see it here.