Chapter II: Part 2

He has been in the following actions, viz.: Skirmish at Williamsport, July 9th, 1863; skirmish at Wappings Heights, July, 1863; skirmish at Brandy Station, Nov. 8th, 1863; Locust Grove, Nov. 24th, 1863; Mine Run, Nov. 27th, 1863; Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; Spottsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May, 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd and 23rd, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3rd, 1864; Old Church, June 10th 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, near Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

CAPT. JOSEPH FORBES.

CAPT. JOSEPH FORBES, commanding Co. E, is a native of the City of New York. His grand-father actively participated in the war of 1812, and his brother Thomas H. Forbes was a soldier in the 1st N.Y. Vols. in this war. The Captain was, during a period of four years previous to the rebellion, a member of the Engineer Corps of the 71st N.Y. National Guards. This entire Regiment very promptly volunteered its services to the Government, the day after the fire upon Fort Sumter, and was immediately accepted. It was the sixth to arrive in Washington for the defence of the Capitol. This loyal troop on its march to that point, passed through disaffected Maryland, uncheered and unprovided. Disloyalists charged them Twelve Hundred Dollars for Two Carts, with which to transport necessary baggage, and these even then failed to answer the purpose. This command with which the Captain was connected, patriotically volunteered to remain in service for the battle of Bull Run, although its term had expired. It opened the fight of that day, and made the brilliant and successful charge upon an entire Brigade of the enemy, composed of Alabama Regiments. In the latter campaign, in which this Regiment volunteered its services again, Capt. Forbes returned as Captain commanding Co. B. He received the appointment of CAPTAIN in this Regiment (43d U.S.C.T.) March 30th, 1864. He was wounded in the hand at the battle of Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864. This officer, who has seen much service and greatly distinguished himself in connection with the early organization of the 71st N.Y., and also with this Regiment, deserves special compliments for his ability and bravery, and the excellent military standard, to which he brought his command. His Company was one among the first in neatness, discipline and efficiency. A circular dated Headquarters 3d Brig. 1st Div. 25th Corps, Feb. 5th, 1865, issued by order of the Brigade Commander, Brig. Gen. H. G. Thomas, who reports the result of an Inspection of Quarters of the different Regiments of his Brigade, states: "Capt. Forbes and his Company deserve particular notice. Their quarters are far superior in construction, neatness and ornament, to those of any of the Companies in this Brigade." As a token of the high appreciation of this officer, by his Company, they were pleased to present him with the 25th Corps Badge and pin, pure gold and finely executed, with name and rank of their commander engraved on the Badge and on the Pin, a list of the engagements in which he led them, the whole beautifully prefaced by the following inscription: "Presented to Capt. Forbes Co. E, 43d U.S.C.T., by his Company for his bravery and impartiality in command." This officer, also, stands recommended for Captaincy in the Regular Service, having been so recommended by the Examining Board for officers of the Regular army, appointed in the field by order of the War Department.

He has taken part in the following actions, viz.: skirmish with Shore Battery at Acquia Creek, June 1861; Bull Run, June 21st, 1861; Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; Spottsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd and 23rd, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3rd, 1864; Old Church, June 10th, 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec, 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

FIRST LIEUT. GEORGE W. WILLIAMS.

FIRST LIEUTENANT GEORGE W. WILLIAMS of Co. E. This officer was captured by the enemy, in the charge by our forces at the battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864. He finally escaped from prison, in company with a few others. His companions were all re-taken, except one who unfortunately drowned. He, alone, succeeded, after a long time eluding search, and suffering great hardships in the enemy's country in his return to our lines. He continued in the service to the close of the rebellion, and was honorably discharged upon acceptance of resignation by order of the War Department, June 17th, 1865. He was a brave and efficient officer.

FIRST LIEUT. DANIEL J. HOGAN.

FIRST LIEUTENANT DANIEL J. HOGAN, Co. E, is a native of New York City, and the only son of a widow. He volunteered, May 18th, 1863, as a PRIVATE in the 5th Independent New Jersey Battery, and served with distinction in this organization until his appointment to SECOND LIEUTENANT of this Regiment, which dates April 13th, 1864. After reporting for duty he served in Co. A, C, and H. He was promoted to FIRST LIEUTENANT, Aug. 18th, 1865, and assigned to Co. E, to fill the vacancy occasioned by the resignation of First Lieut. Williams. This promotion was well merited, as his ability, services and moral character are alike honorable to himself and to the country.

He has shared in the following engagements, viz.: Gettysburg, July 1st, 2d and 3d, 1863; Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; Spottsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May, 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd and 23rd, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3rd, 1864; Old Church, June 10th 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, near Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

SECOND LIEUT. SHERMAN P. HAND.

SECOND LIEUTENANT SHERMAN P. HAND of Co. E. This officer was taken prisoner by the enemy at the battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864. He was honorably discharged from the service of the United States, upon acceptance of resignation by order of the War Department, May 4th, 1865.

CAPT. HORACE F. BURR.

CAPTAIN HORACE F. BURR, commander of Co. F, is a native of Charlestown, Mass. Previous to entering the United States Army, he was a seaman, and had passed two years at sea in the ship "Panther," commanded by Capt. Garnett. He volunteered Sept. 9th, 1862, as a PRIVATE in Co. E, 47th Mass. Infantry. His Regiment occupied the defences of New Orleans after the capture of the city. He received the appointment of CAPTAIN of this Regiment, April 13th, 1864, and was assigned to the command of Co. F. He was present with his Company in all its duties and engagements of an active field service from the commencement of Grant's Wilderness Campaign to the close of the war and the final discharge of this Regiment. He also served as a member of General Court Martial, at Headquarters 1st Brig. 4th Div. 9th Corps. This officer, whose Company won true distinction on account of good discipline, excellent deportment and bravery in action, is greatly esteemed.

He has taken part in the following actions, viz.: Wilderness, May 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; Spottsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd, and 23rd, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3rd, 1864; Old Church, June 10th, 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on the Bermuda Front, in Dec. 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

FIRST LIEUT. A. A. SHEDD.

FIRST LIEUTENANT A. A. SHEDD, of Co. F, is a native of Lowel, Mass. His ancestors participated actively in the wars of the Revolution and of 1812; and his brother, who was associated with him in the same command during this struggle, continued in the service, as a Veteran, to its close. The Lieutenant volunteered Aug. 7th, 1862, in Co. B, 39th Mass. Infantry, and was promoted to CORPORAL of his Company on the Color Guard, July, 1863. He received the appointment of FIRST LIEUTENANT of this Regiment, April 2d, 1864, and was assigned to Co. F, with which he returned to the field. He is highly spoken of for his great gallantry at the battle of Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864, in which he was engaged as Aid, on the staff of Brig. Gen. H. G. Thomas. In this action his horse was shot from under him. This officer has served as Acting Assistant Inspector General of 1st Brig. and 2nd Brig. 4th Div. 9th Corps; as A.A.D.C. on the General's staff 3d Brig. 1st Div. 25th Corps, and Acting Ordinance Officer 1st Div. 25th Corps. He discharged the duty of these positions with entire satisfaction, and is much esteemed for his executive ability and true gentlemanly character.

He has been in the following actions, viz.: Skirmish on the Rapidan, Oct., 1863; Mine Run, Nov. 27th, 1863; Wilderness, May 4th to 7th, 1864; Spottsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd and 23rd, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3rd, 1864; Old Church, June 10th, 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

CAPT. A. D. WRIGHT.[4]

CAPT. A. D. WRIGHT, commander of Co. G, is a native of Elkland, Tioga county, Pa., and whose grand-father was a soldier of the war of 1812. He enlisted, Aug. 8th, 1862, as a PRIVATE in Co. A, 149th Pa. Vols. For bravery he was promoted to SERGEANT in his Co. He is particularly mentioned, in connection with this organization, for his bravery and distinguished services. He was appointed CAPTAIN in this Regt., April 13th, 1864, and assigned to the command of Co. G. At the battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864, he received a severe wound in his right arm above the elbow. He was greatly complimented for his gallantry in this action, in which he captured, with his own hands, a Rebel Flag, and brought it successfully from the field. The Brigade Commander is pleased to refer to this capture in his report of the Regiment. Although greatly debilitated by reason of his wound, and his arm yet in a sling, he bravely led his Company in the battle of Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th ensuing. He served in command of the Provost Guards of Manchester, Va., after the capture of Richmond and the occupation of Manchester by the Union forces. This officer, whose command has always preserved a good name for discipline and gallantry, is known for his fine ability, bravery and moral rectitude.

[4] For history of Second Lieut. Martin L. Wasson, see
history of First Lieut. Wasson of Co. G.

He has been in the following engagements, viz.: skirmish at Pollock's Mills, April, 1863; Chancellorsville, May 3rd and 4th, 1863; Gettysburg, July 2nd and 3rd, 1863; heavy skirmish at Funkstown, Md., July 10th, 1863; Old Church, June 10th, 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

FIRST LIEUT. M. W. SAWYER.

FIRST LIEUT. M. W. SAWYER, of Co. G, is a native of the State of Vermont. This officer was honorably discharged, March 10th, 1865, by order of the War Department, on account of wounds received in the battle of Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864.

FIRST LIEUT. MARTIN WASSON.

FIRST LIEUT. MARTIN L. WASSON, who was assigned to Co. G, to fill a vacancy made by discharge of First Lieutenant Sawyer, is a native of Alabama, N.Y. He volunteered as a PRIVATE, in Co. H, 8th N.Y. heavy Artillery, Aug. 8th, 1862. He continued in this organization until his appointment of SECOND LIEUTENANT in this Regiment, (43d U.S.C.T.) March 7th, 1864, when he was assigned to Co. F. He was promoted to FIRST LIEUTENANT, May 30th, 1865, for gallant services, and assigned to Co. G. He has shared in all the duties of this command from its first entrance to the field, and proved himself able and brave.

The following are engagements in which he has participated, viz.: Harpers Ferry; Wilderness, May 4th to 7th, 1864; Spottsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd and 23rd, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3d, 1864; Old Church, June 10th, 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June, 1864; Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct 27th and 28th, 1864; skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec, 1864; Farra's Island at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3d, 1865.

SECOND LIEUT. ROBERT W. ARMSTRONG.

SECOND LIEUT. ROBERT W. ARMSTRONG, of Co. G, was a native of New York city. He volunteered as a PRIVATE, April, 1861, in Hawkin's Zouaves, with whom he was engaged in a number of important battles. He afterwards re-enlisted in the 16th N.Y. Cavalry, in which he received the promotion of FIRST SERGEANT of his Co. He was appointed SECOND LIEUTENANT in this Regiment, April 13th, 1864, and was wounded in the hand at the battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864. He was complimented for his great gallantry displayed on that day, having re-captured from the enemy a National color, belonging to another command. He was killed, Aug. 13th, 1864, by a ball shot through his heart, while commanding a Fatigue party in the Trenches before Petersburg.

When the intelligence of this officer's death was communicated to his home, the Sabbath-school of his Church, in which he had been long a principal teacher, honored his memory with a series of very appropriate resolutions. He was greatly esteemed in this command as an intelligent and brave officer, whose very positive moral character was high-toned and unswerving.

SECOND LIEUT. S. P. BUTLER.

SECOND LIEUT. S. P. BUTLER, assigned to Co. G, to occupy vacancy made by death of Second Lieut. Armstrong, is a native of Pharsalia, N.Y. Several of his ancestors held commissioned offices in the Army of the Revolutionary War, in which they also distinguished themselves by a number of brave acts. The Lieutenant entered the service as FIRST LIEUTENANT of Co. C, 34th N.Y. Vols., May 1st, 1861. He was promoted to CAPTAIN of Co. H, of the same command, Oct. 18th, 1861. On account of physical disability contracted in the service, he was afterwards honorably discharged; but when earnest calls were made to replenish the thinned ranks of the army he immediately responded by patriotically volunteering as a PRIVATE in Co. B, 114th, N.Y. He continued in this organization until his appointment of SECOND LIEUTENANT of this Regiment, Oct. 22nd, 1864. He also served as commanding officer of a company of Sharp-shooters, 1st Div., 25th Corps. As an officer he enjoyed the confidence and esteem of all acquainted with him.

He has actively participated in the following engagements, viz.: Siege of Yorktown, May, 1862; Fair Oaks, June 1st, 1862; Peach Orchard, June 28th, 1862; Savage Station, June 29th 1862; White Oak Swamp and Nelson Farm, June 30th, 1862; Malvern Hill, July 1st, 1862; Marksville Plains, La., May, 1864; Winchester, Sept. 18th, 1864; Fisher's Hill, 1864; Cedar Creek, Oct. 19th, 1864; Skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

CAPT. R. G. DILL.

CAPT. R. G. DILL, commander of Co. H, is a native of Newcastle, Pa. He volunteered April 15th, 1861, as a PRIVATE in Co. B, 12th Pa., Infantry, and remained in connection with this command until its expiration of term of service, when he re-enlisted in Co. E, 102nd Pa. For his gallantry displayed in action he was afterwards promoted to CORPORAL in his Company. In consequence of a disability contracted in the service he was honorably discharged; but upon recovery he immediately returned to the field; this time in Co. F, 103rd Pa. He was wounded in the left hand at the battle of Malvern Hill, July 1st, 1862, and again severely wounded, in left leg below the knee, in the Skirmish at Blount's Mills, April 7th, 1863. He received the appointment of CAPTAIN in this Regiment, April 2nd, 1864, and continued in command of his Company in all its duties and actions to the final muster out. This officer, whose ability, experience and bravery, commend him to all, is a most worthy commander.

He has taken part in the following actions, viz.: Williamsburg, May 5th, 1862; Seven Pines, May 31st, 1862; Skirmish at Seven Pines, June 27th and 28th, 1862; Malvern Hill, July 1st, 1862; Chantilly, Sept. 1st, 1862; Skirmish at Williamsport, Sept. 19th, 1862; Skirmish at Blount's Mills, N.C., April 7th, 1863; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

FIRST LIEUT. JOHN P. HAWXHURST.

FIRST LIEUT. JOHN P. HAWXHURST, of Co. H, is a native of Otsego, Wis., and the son of a widow. He volunteered Aug. 15th, 1862, in Co. G, 1st U.S. Sharp-shooters. At the battle of Gettysburg, July 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 1863, he was severely wounded in his left hand. On account of this wound he was transferred to the Veteran Reserve Corps. He is particularly mentioned for his distinguished bravery in his services with the 1st U.S. Sharp-shooters. He was appointed FIRST LIEUTENANT in this Regiment, April 13th, 1864, and assigned to Co. H. He has served as commanding officer of Co. C, 23rd U.S.C.T., and as Pioneer officer, Headquarters 3rd Brig. 1st Div. 25th Corps. His services and gallantry in his connection with this command have won for him the uniform testimony of a good officer.

He has participated in the following engagements, viz: Chancellorsville, May 3rd and 4th, 1863; Gettysburg, July 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 1863; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.[5]

[5] For history of Second Lieut. Daniel J. Hogan of Co. H,
see history, of First Lieut. Hogan, Co. E.

CAPT. J. B. REYNOLDS.

CAPT. J. B. REYNOLDS, commander of Co. I, is a native of Tivoli, Blue Earth county, Minn., and whose grand-father, George Reynolds, served in the eventful struggle of the Revolution until the Independence of the Colonies was triumphantly secured. The Captain volunteered first, April 22nd, 1861, as a PRIVATE in Co. E, 3rd Wis. Infantry, which Regiment was commanded by Col., now Maj. Gen., Scuyler Hamilton. At the battle of Chancellorsville, May 3rd and 4th, 1863, he was severely wounded in his left arm, by reason of which wound he was afterwards transferred to the Veteran Reserve Corps. He was afterwards appointed CAPTAIN in this Regiment, April 13th, 1864, and assigned to the command of Co. I. In this position he has participated with it in its actions and duties up to final discharge of Regiment.

The unexceptionably good moral conduct of the men of this Company, and their discipline and bravery, very favorably represent the character, ability and worthiness of their commander, who has taken part in the following actions, viz: Chancellorsville, May 3rd and 4th, 1863; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

FIRST LIEUT. S. B. KITCHEL.

FIRST LIEUT. S. B. KITCHEL, of Co. I, is a native of Auburn, N.Y. His worthy grand-father was a soldier of the Revolutionary war. The Lieutenant first volunteered, Aug. 21st, 1862, as a PRIVATE in the 8th Independent Co. N.Y. State Sharp-shooters, and is particularly complimented for his acts of great gallantry in connection with this organization. He was appointed FIRST LIEUTENANT in this Regiment, April 10th, 1864. He has served as A.A.D.C., on Staff Brig. Gen. Commanding 3rd Brig. 4th Div. 9th Corps, and also 3d Brig. 1st Div. 25th Corps. As an officer he has always displayed the true characteristics of one worthy of his position.

He has been in the following engagements, viz: Siege of Suffolk, June, 1863; Blackwater, June, 1863; Mine Run, Nov. 27th, 1863; Rappahannock Station, Nov. 7th, 1863; skirmish at Haymarket, Dec. 2nd, 1863; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; skirmish on the Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

SECOND LIEUT. JAMES B. MOORE.

SECOND LIEUT. JAMES B. MOORE, of Co. I. By order of the War Department, this officer was cashiered and dismissed the service of the United States, for drunkenness, in accordance with sentence of General Court Martial, Headquarters 3rd Div. 9th Corps. Approved Nov. 4th, 1864.

SECOND LIEUT. A. SINCLAIR.

SECOND LIEUT. A. SINCLAIR, of Co. I, is a native of Erie, Pa. He volunteered as a PRIVATE in Co. C, 16th Pa. Cavalry, Jan. 4th, 1864. He was immediately detailed by Gen. Copeland as Chief Clerk at the Draft Rendezvous of Pittsburg, Pa., and retained in this office until Dec. 21st ensuing, when under orders from the War Department, requiring all effective men of volunteers to be sent to their regiments in the field, he joined his command. He was appointed SECOND LIEUTENANT in this Regiment and assigned to Co. I, April 9th, 1865, in place of Second Lieut. Moore, cashiered and dismissed. This officer has manifested fine executive ability.

CAPT. H. V. MARTIN.

CAPT. H. V. MARTIN, commander of Co. K, is a native of New York City. Both his grand-fathers were heroes of the Revolution of 1776, and others of his ancestry served in the War of 1812. He volunteered April 23rd, 1861, immediately after the attack on Sumpter, in Co. A, 10th N.Y. Vols., which Regiment was one among the first two-year organizations from N.Y. State to enter the field. Its career proved it to be a splendid command. It was particularly selected by Generals Butler and Wool to do garrison duty in Fort Monroe. In its connection with the Army of the Potomac, it was associated with Syke's Division of the 5th Corps, and afterwards with the 2nd Corps, and was chosen Headquarter Guards to Gen. Sumner, when in command of the Right Grand Division of the Army. On its retiring from service, at the expiration of term, Gen. French takes the opportunity of reciting its achievements and distinguished bravery in a published Circular. Capt. Martin had enlisted as a PRIVATE in this Regiment, was promoted to SERGEANT in his Company, July, 1861, and afterwards to ORDERLY SERGEANT. He became acting SERGEANT MAJOR of the Regiment, July, 1862, and was promoted to SECOND LIEUTENANT of Co. H, Oct. 25th, 1862. He received also the promotion to FIRST LIEUTENANT and ADJUTANT of his Regiment, Feb., 1863. These promotions were awarded him on account of his fine ability and distinguished services. At the battle of Fredericksburg, Dec. 13th and 14th, 1862, he received a wound on the cheek.

He was appointed CAPTAIN in this Regiment, April 8th, 1864, and assigned to the command of Co. K. In his connection with this Regiment he has won the name of a fine officer and most worthy commander, whose moral character is unimpeachable, and whose Company has been complimented for its high standard of discipline, efficiency and bravery.

He has served as Judge Advocate General Court Martial at Headquarters 4th Div. 9th Corps; and Judge Advocate General Court Martial 1st Div. 25th Corps; and also Provost Marshal of the Post of Brownsville, in the Western District of the Department of Texas. This latter office he held up to date of order mustering out this command. This officer is also recommended for Captaincy in the regular service by the Examining Board for officers of the regular army, appointed in the field by order of the War Department.

He has shared in the following battles, viz: Big Bethel, June 10th, 1861; Skirmish at Shelltown, July, 1861; skirmish at Cherry Stone Creek, July, 1861; capture of Norfolk, May 10th, 1862; Gaines' Mills, June 27th, 1862; Chickahominy, June 28th, 1862; Malvern Hill, July 1st, 1862; second Bull Run, Aug. 30th, 1862; Antietam, Sept. 17th, 1862; skirmish at Shepherdstown Ford, Sept. 20th, 1862; Fredericksburg, Dec. 13th, 1862; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

FIRST LIEUT. S. P. STACEY.

FIRST LIEUT. S. P. STACEY, of Co. K, is a native of Springfield, Bradford county, Pa., and the only son of a widow. Both his grand-fathers were actively engaged in the Revolutionary War, and his father, Joseph Stacey, served as a soldier in the war of 1812. The Lieutenant was a member of an Independent Company of Cavalry of Springfield, previous to the rebellion. He volunteered, April 22nd, 1861, as a PRIVATE, in Co. H, 6th Pa. Reserves, and was promoted to CORPORAL in his Company. His name is intimately associated with the history of the brave Pennsylvania Reserves for deeds of great gallantry. He was appointed SECOND LIEUTENANT of Co. C, 171st Pa. Infantry, Dec., 1862, and remained with this command until its final discharge by reason of expiration of term of service. In response to the earnest call for men to recruit the thinned ranks of our army, and with a noble exhibition of patriotism, he entered the field as a volunteer PRIVATE, in Co. I, 148th Pa. Vols. At the battle of second Bull Run, Aug. 30th, 1862, he was wounded by a Buck-shot in the left leg, which continues in the limb. At the battle of Antietam he suffered a severe wound by a ball entering below the left eye. He was appointed FIRST LIEUTENANT of this Regiment, April 14th, 1864. In his connection with this command he has shown himself to be an officer of military experience, ability and undoubted bravery.

He has participated in the following engagements, viz.: Drainesville, Dec. 20th, 1861; skirmish at Catlett's Station, March, 1862; skirmish at Ton Stall Station, April, 1862; Malvern Hill, July 1st, 1862; skirmish at Rappahannock Station, Aug., 1862; Thoroughfare Gap, Aug., 1862; Second Bull Run, Aug. 30th, 1862; South Mountain, Sept. 14th, 1862; Antietam, Sept. 17th, 1863; White Oak River, Feb, 1863; Blount's Creek, April 7th, 1863; Mine Run, Nov. 27th, 1863; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; skirmish on the Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

SECOND LIEUT. R. C. PHILLIPS.

SECOND LIEUT. R. C. Phillips, of Co. K, is a native of Naples, N.Y., and whose grand-father, Daniel Phillips, won great distinction as a soldier in the war of 1812. The Lieutenant enlisted, Aug. 2nd, 1862, as a PRIVATE in Co. C, 44th N.Y. Vols., which command was associated with the 5th Corps. At the battle of Gettysburg, July 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 1863, he was severely wounded in the left shoulder and breast. He was appointed SECOND LIEUTENANT of this Regiment June 8th, 1864, but in consequence of severe illness he was unable to report before Sept. 1st, ensuing. He has been Pioneer Officer 1st Brig. 4th Div. 9th Corps, and Assistant Provost Marshal 1st Div. 25th Corps. His intelligence and services entitle him to confidence and esteem.

He has taken part in the following actions, viz.: Antietam, Sept. 17th, 1862; Chancellorsville, May 3rd and 4th, 1863; skirmish at Middletown, Va., June 21st, 1863; Gettysburg, July 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 1863; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.

SUTLER.

THOMAS MCCABE, of Elmira, N.Y., was appointed Sutler of this Regiment, April 18th, 1864, and remained in this position up to date of its final discharge. As a gentleman of strictly honest dealings, sobriety and intelligence, his relation with this command was throughout satisfactory. He possessed the confidence and esteem of the officers and men.

SERGT. MAJ. R. B. FORTEN.

SERGT. MAJ. R. B. FORTEN, of Philadelphia, was appointed SERGEANT MAJOR of this Regiment, April 8th, 1864, from a private of Co. A. He died June, 1864. This colored soldier, who was formerly a resident of London, in Europe, possessed a liberal education, was intelligent and cultivated in no ordinary degree, but even to a most favorable comparison with our own race. He discharged the duties of his position with ability and entire satisfaction. WESLEY JACKSON, (colored) Sergeant of Co. C, was appointed SERGEANT MAJOR, July 1st, 1865, for distinguished bravery in action, and in place of George S. Massey reduced to the ranks. JOHN C. BROCK, of Carlisle, Pa., was appointed QUARTER MASTER SERGEANT, of the Regiment from Commissary Sergeant. JOSEPH S. HILL, Sergeant of Co. C, was appointed COMMISSARY SERGEANT of the Regiment, in place of John C. Brock promoted. The officers in command, as well as others of the Field, Staff and Line, take great pleasure in giving their uniform testimony in favor of the good degree of intelligence, true bravery and faithfulness of the afore-mentioned colored non-commissioned officers.

EDWARD S. PERKINS, (white) of Athens, Pa., and Hospital Steward, U.S. A., was assigned to this Regiment, March 11th, 1864. At the battle of Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864, he was taken prisoner by the enemy, and confined in Libby Prison until Feb. 5th, 1865, when he was paroled. Upon discharge of this Regiment he was assigned to the 62nd U.S.C.T.

THE REGIMENT.

We take pleasure in mentioning the patriotism, energy and great activity of the Supervisory Committee who had in charge the recruiting and organizing of colored troops at Philadelphia, during the war. Their success in the undertaking, resulted not only complimentary to themselves, but it was also most opportune to the Government, by adding to our armies an important element to aid in obtaining the complete victory; and according to another view of the case, by introducing the stone that had been so long rejected, or preserved only as a stumbling stone, but which the builders would then take up in establishing and cementing a stronger and better Union.

The First Battalion of the 43rd Regt. U.S.C.T., composed of Companies A, B, C, D, E and F, was recruited and organized, March, 1864, at Camp William Penn, Philadelphia, and left Camp, April 18th, under command of Lieut. Col., now Brevet Col., H. Seymour Hall. It proceeded by railroad and steamer to Annapolis, Md., and there joined the 9th Corps, under command of General Burnside. It was associated with the 1st Brig. of the 4th Div. of this Corps, commanded by General Ferrero. The Corps took up its march April 23d, to join the Army of the Potomac. On their way through Washington they were reviewed by President Lincoln, in the presence of many other public officers, and a large assembly of citizens. As these were the first colored troops destined to the Potomac Army, their soldierly appearance and movements were closely scanned. In passing in Review they saluted gracefully with their Colors and by loud hurrahs that Great Emancipator of their race. This, as President Lincoln afterwards expressed himself, was most gratifying to him, and riveted the confidence he had in the devotion of the Freedmen, and their efficiency to do a full share in the struggle. According to the public press, also, the occasion inspired the hearts of the large assembly who witnessed it, with a great degree of favor and interest. On that same day they crossed the Long Bridge into Virginia, and camped near Alexandria. They had now returned under the Starry Flag to the soil of their oppressors, ready by great achievements in the field and with their lives, to express their sincere gratitude to "Massa Lincoln," and seal their devotion to the Union. Much as the so-called Confederacy and its _emissaries in the North_ feigned contempt and ridicule in the case of employing this troop, the true sequel is that they regarded its advent with no flattering prospects for the success of the Rebellion, but rather, as it was, a stunning blow. Going from Alexandria by way of Fairfax C.H., and Centerville, they arrived at Manassas Junction, and were immediately stationed to do guard duty on the railroad. Afterwards they were quickly marched by Rappahannock Station and over the Rapidan to reinforce the right of the army, which had been partially broken on that day. During the celebrated Wilderness Campaign, and up to Cold Harbor and Old Church, their position was on the right flank of the army. In these engagements they manifested great steadiness and intrepidity under severe fire, and immediately proved themselves a reliable troop. Their losses in these actions were comparatively light. Company G, under command of Capt. A. D. Wright, joined the First Battalion of the Regiment, June 6th, near Old Church, Va. June 12th, they marched by White House Landing and New Kent C.H., crossing the Chickahominy at Jones' Bridge, to the James River, where they took up a position protecting the crossing of the army. They passed over the James on the 17th, and next day marched to the front before Petersburg. Here they were employed by working parties in the trenches and on fortifications, under the almost constant fire of the enemy. The field works and the "Covered Way," leading to the front line were mostly constructed by the colored troops.

Preparatory to the battle of July 30th, this Battalion of the 43rd Regiment, with the addition of Co. G, moved up through the "covered way" to the ravine at the mouth of the Mine, and there awaited the explosion and the order to charge. Under command of the brave Brevet Col. Hall, at that time Lieut. Col., they advanced nobly to the charge, behaving with great coolness and gallantry, taking the works which the enemy stubbornly tried to retain, and capturing prisoners and colors. The lack of an ultimate and permanent triumph on that day, was, by no means or measure, the fault of this troop, but on account of other failures and neglects, as was afterwards reported by the Investigating Committee. In this battle it would be difficult to enumerate particular cases of great bravery, where all seem to vie with each other in the brilliancy and gallantry of their achievements. Colored non-commissioned officers fearlessly took command after their commandants (white commissioned officers) were killed, or borne severely wounded from the field, and led on the attack to the close. As each brave color bearer was shot down, another and another would immediately grasp the National emblem, all riddled with balls, and plant it further on the enemies line. In this terrific engagement, this Battalion, of the 43rd, had its Colors almost entirely cut up by the fire, and the Color Staffs splintered and broken. Its casualties were, one officer killed, ten severely wounded, including the gallant Col. Hall, who sustained the loss of his right arm, and two taken prisoner; and twenty-eight men killed, ninety-four wounded and twelve missing. It was afterwards discovered that the missing were men rendered helpless by reason of severe wounds, and whom the Rebels deliberately put to death on the field, by bayoneting them. The following is an extract from the official report of the Brigade commander, relative to that battle. "The 43d Regt. U.S.C.T. charged over the crest of the Crater, and right upon the enemies works, carrying them, capturing a number of prisoners, a Rebel battle flag, and re-capturing a stand of National colors. Lieut. Col. H. Seymour Hall, commanding 43rd Regt. U.S.C.T., lost his right arm while bravely leading his Regiment." Here on this, as on many other fields during this war, for the sacred cause of our Republican Liberties, Free Institutions and Union, the blood of the Anglo-Saxon and the African mingled very freely in the full measure of a devoted offering.

Companies H, I, and K, of this Regiment, left Camp William Penn, Philadelphia, under orders, July 11th, 1864, in a Provisional Battalion commanded by Lieut. Col. Wagner, 88th Pa. Vols., and proceeded by railroad to Havre-de-grace, Md. At this point Company I, was detached, and sent to Gunpowder Bridge. The remainder of the Battalion passed on, by transport, to Fort McHenry, and marched through Baltimore, taking a position near Birney Barracks, in the defences of the city, which was threatened by a bold and extensive Rebel raid. These Companies again joined at Camp Casey, Va., and under command of Maj. Horace Bumstead, embarked on the steamer "Highland Light," for City Point. They arrived before Petersburg, Aug. 3rd, when Maj. Bumstead took command of the Regiment entire. After the fight of July 30th, and until the advance on the Weldon Railroad, this Regiment served industriously with the spade, working in the trenches and on almost every part of the extensive line before Petersburg; and the impregnability of the position afterward, was, to a great measure, the result of their toil. In the engagements of the Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, and Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, its losses were comparatively few. In the battle of Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, it held the position of skirmishers on the advance of the 9th Corps line of battle, and most gallantly assisted in repulsing the repeated charges of Hill's Corps. In face of a severe fire it hastily constructed two lines of breast works. Its losses in this action were, one officer killed and four wounded, and seven men killed, eighteen wounded and one taken prisoner.

After portions of Longstreet's Corps had made a favorable attack on the Union position, on the Bermuda Front, and succeeded in capturing a part of the line, from the one year Regiments of white troops, lately stationed there to defend it, with a number also of these troops as prisoners, this Regiment with some others, were detached from the army of the Potomac on the left of the line, and sent by forced marching, across the Appomattox, to regain, if possible, the lost position. It moved on to the line Sunday, P.M., and was instantly welcomed by Longstreet's bravadoes, exulting yet in their recent victory, with a storm of balls and shells, and the significant appellation of "Smoked Yankees." But when these brave "Smoked Yankees" replied, as they did at once, by a most brilliant charge, that made them masters of the situation, driving Longstreet's bravadoes to their old kennels and recovering the lost ground, the Rebel hilarity ceased. Their stratagems afterward, massing of troops and charges, accompanied with terrific firing, and which was persevered in almost daily and nightly for a month; resulted only in their bitter loss, and was a conclusive proof to them that their so-called "Smoked Yankees" were of a species whom they could neither drive nor dismay. They continued to hold the line against all odds, and ministered to Longstreet's hordes the most severe castigation for their insolence it was ever their good fortune to obtain. In an almost incredible short time the "Smoked Yankee" became a very desirable companion, whose friendly acquaintance the Rebel Picket would seek to cultivate, at the same time entreating him that a mutual agreement for the better security of life and limb might be established. The "Smoked Yankee" soldier invariably answered him: "I obeys de orders ob de obicers. When de orders be to fire, I fires on you, and when de orders be to charge, I charges on you, you must den get out, Johnnie Reb."

The Regiment was now associated with the 3rd Brig. 1st Div. 25th Corps, and was commanded by Col., now Brevet Brig. Gen., S. B. Yeoman, who relieved Maj. Bumstead. On the night of December 10th, it was temporally detached, and hurriedly marched, as a reinforcement, to the North side of the James, at a point of the line near the New Market Road. The enemy had contemplated a combined attack on the right wing of our army, with the intention of turning it. They were, however, not successful in their purpose, and abandoned it; and this Regiment was remanded to its former place on the Bermuda Hundred. It remained there until Dec. 31st, when the whole Brigade again crossed the James, and took up a position near Fort Harrison, before Richmond.

Jan. 25th, 1865 when the Rebel Gun-boats proceeded down the River, and engaged the Union fleet from a point in the bend, just below the upper end of Dutch Gap Canal, intending to oblige the fleet to retire and then capture City Point, our base of supplies, this Regiment occupied the river bank from Cox's Landing to Dutch Gap, with a detachment also across the Canal, that skirmished through Farra's Island, to within a short distance of the Howlett House Battery. They also kept up such a continuous hail of their small arms upon the enemy's Gun-boats, as to prevent them from opening their port-holes, and consequently entirely silenced their guns. This must be recorded as an instance where, much to chagrin of the chivalry, our unshod infantry effectually silenced their iron-clads.

From this time the Regiment was intimately identified with all the movements occurring on the line, and in all the advances and charges on the Rebel strongholds, until April 3rd, 1865, with the whole of General Weitzel's forces, it entered triumphantly the great Babylon of treason. "Mene, Mene, Tekel, Upharsin," written in the deserted public palaces and on the charred timbers of its smoking buildings, was now explicable, but the Belshazzar of the so-called Confederacy had left his throne, a hasty fugitive, and his hosts were in a precipitate retreat. The Union, with its Free Institutions, must and shall be preserved, rang out all over the land, many who had once been manacled slaves caught up these notes with a sacred joy, as they marched victorious Freedmen in the Capitol of their Oppressors. General Weitzel dispatched, April 3rd, A.M., "We took Richmond at 8.15, this morning."

"'Twas three o'clock of a Sabbath day,
And in St. Paul's Chapel, old and gray,
With his sad-robed wife, and others too,
The traitor sat in his cushioned pew,
List'ning the service halfway through,
And praying the Lord his soul to shrive,
On the second of April, 'Sixty-five.

Three o'clock by the old church dial--
Past the Sexton and up the aisle
Walked a trooper with trembling knee,
Holding a letter from R. E. Lee
to Jefferson Davis, P.S.C.
"Up," it said, "out of Richmond drive
Ere the third of April, 'Sixty-five."

Twelve at night, and the crashing shell
Drown the tone of the steeple bells,
Scared at the thickening thunder peals,
Hurrying feet and whirling wheels,
Flee at the fleeing traitor's heels,
And none to stay them are left alive
By the third of April, 'Sixty-five'.

Six in the morning, sunrise red,
Showed long rows of the Rebel dead,
Tired Battalion and torn Brigade
Quivered to Weitzel's cannonade;
And, half in fury and half afraid,
Swore for their City still to strive
On the third of April 'Sixty-five.'

Eight o'clock, and the battle call
Sounds at the inmost bulwark wall.
Hoarser the Rebels' shouts reply--
Their guns are empty, their lips are dry,
And hundreds who vowed to win or die
Sullenly yield themselves alive
On the third of April 'Sixty-five.

Eight and a quarter the strife is o'er,
Blind with powder and red with gore,
Richmond's garrison, surly and dumb,
Stand, while by them with bugle and drum
General Weitzel's Freedmen come;
And through their streets the cavalry drive
On the third of April 'Sixty-five.

And forth from gateway, alley and lane,
Glad slaves run trooping, a swarthy train,
And martyrs from Libby's Prison hole
Laugh and cheer for their long "parole,"
And a myriad of welcomes heavenward roll,
As our host in the Rebel-hold arrive
On the third of April 'Sixty-five.

Shout, ye millions of brave and free,
O'er flying Davis, and fallen Lee,
Honor to Weitzel and Sheridan;
Honor to Grant, who laid the plan;
Glory to God, who helpeth man,
For under his might our cause did thrive
On the third of April 'Sixty-five."

The importunate cry of the nation,--"On to Richmond," being answered so successfully by Freedmen clad in blue, must and will appear as a significant fact in the history of the war.

After the surrender of Lee, and in anticipation of the expedition southward, this Regiment marched back to Camp Lincoln, near City Point. May 30th it embarked on the steamer "Atlanta," and proceeding by the Ocean and Gulf routes, arrived at Brazos Santiago, Texas, on the Gulf of Mexico, June 23rd. During this expedition it lost, by death, one man, whose body was committed to the great deep. On its march thence to Brownsville, it passed over Taylor's battle grounds of the Mexican war, Palo Alto and Resaca de la Palma. These preserve some marks of the conflict, but the achievement of our arms then, has been greatly surpassed, by victories on fields recently obtained. It camped, finally, on the bank of the Rio Grande River, opposite the city of Matamoras, Mexico. The flourishing blockade trade conducted by the adherents of Maximilian, on the one hand, according to the French version of neutrality, and by the so-called Confederacy on the other, was now interrupted by the presence of United States Troops. His Majesty, in his plea for imperial recognition by the United States, will not forget to importune by reason of his friendly services during the war.

The Regiment was ordered North, for final discharge, and returning as far as New Orleans, after waiting there for transportation, it embarked Nov. 9th on the steamer Merrimac, having other passengers besides. After a considerable distance at sea, this vessel sprung a leak. The water gained so rapidly, as, in a very short time, to put out the fires, and stop the engine. She now depended entirely on her sails for motive power. The case was a most critical one. Horses had to be thrown overboard, as well as a large amount of goods. The pumps of the main engine were useless, and the other pumps on deck were discovered, certainly by a criminal neglect, to be out of order. Buckets, pails, kettles and barrels were all mustered for bailing, which was conducted through two of the hatchways, fore and aft of the engine, and for the management of which the Regiment was divided into two reliefs. This systematized work was continued day and night for sixty-five hours successively, barely keeping even with the water, until the steamer was run upon the bar, at the mouth of the Mississippi. For the credit of the brave men, and in behalf of the endurance of the race, it ought to be recorded, that they worked cheerfully and well, during all those weary and anxious hours. The Regiment was landed again at New Orleans. After a gratuitous issue of clothing by order of Gen. Sheridan, to supply, in part, the loss incident to this perilous trip, it embarked in the steamer "Costa Rica," arrived at New York, Nov. 26th, and was finally discharged at Philadelphia, Nov. 30th, 1865. Its casualties in service were, officers killed three, wounded eleven, and three discharged by reason of wounds; and men killed, died of wounds and disease, three hundred and six, and missing one hundred and ninety-six.

THE COLORED TROOP.

The object of the Government, in the case of commandants of colored troops, was to secure officers of acknowledged military talent, experience, and unexceptionably good moral character. It therefore instituted the Examining Board for Officers, under the Presidency of General Casey. The officers assigned to commands in this service, entered upon the duties of their respective positions in this regular way. Many of them advanced, battle-scarred, step by step from the ranks. Some were previously connected with the regular army, and others with the volunteer forces. Their ability, bravery and gentlemanly character, in the strictest sense, produced a happy effect upon the troop. When it is considered that in the face of threatenings of a merciless death by the Rebels, should the fortunes of war place them in their hands, and against a current of prejudice, extant almost everywhere, and the whispered doubts and fears even of friends to the cause, they assumed command of this troop in its experimental state, and led it on to victory; their high-toned and unselfish patriotism, in this respect, is only equaled by the bravery and gallantry of their services. They are also the fit witnesses of the endurance, efficiency and bravery of the troop as attested on the field, and their susceptibility of true progress in intellectual culture. This troop in military discipline and efficiency bore a very favorable comparison with any other. Their standard was not simply passable, but excellent. In battle they were remarkable for their great coolness and courage. The school system inaugurated for their benefit, and which was conducted in many commands, in the camp and on the field, in its result was a decided refutation to the argument, that this race could not be improved.

Now, however, by more than sixty thousand sons of Liberty, of African descent, than whom none other fought with greater gallantry, numbered with the patriot dead, and by the many thousand heroic survivors, whose maimed bodies and torn and tattered battle flags, tell how fields were won, what is enjoined on the Nation? This fact alone forbids that any vestige of the former state of the oppression of this race should remain. It requires another positive duty. What are Freedmen without citizenship? Some doubt that they have sufficient knowledge to participate in this right. The presumptive judges, with their emissaries, who have forfeited this right to themselves, and are also culprits, blamable and guilty for any lack of such knowledge, in the case of this loyal race, entertain the doubt; and their weak faith cannot truly be shrouded in deeper uncertainty than that of every intelligent patriot, who contemplates the true exercise of the right of suffrage and representation by those whose hands are yet red with the blood of our noble slain. It is also said the liberated race, in their new relation, will not prove themselves industrious citizens. This argument by the indolent drones of the States in rebellion, and whose very sustenance was derived from the unpaid toil of this people, turns upon them with a peculiar reactionary force. We doubt not, it will be an easier task to elevate to a degree of intelligence, virtue and industry, and to imbue with the spirit of our Institutions as worthy citizens these Freedmen, thousands of whom pressed forward to the support of the Government, in the dark period of our country's history, than by any process of legislation that cleanses only the outside of the platter, to attempt to infuse loyalty into the hearts of those lately in armed rebellion, and in the name of the public peace, and in honor to Republican Liberty, to admit the Catalines and Judas Iscariots to the Senate and Congress of the United States. In a disregard of justice to the memory of our patriot dead, white and colored, such legislation would be worse than treason. No man, who voluntarily raised his hand against the flag, upheld by our patriot martyrs in the field, should ever participate in our legislation. If the Republic will be true to itself, it must and will be also to those who were, and are so eminently true to it. Punish treason, and reward loyalty.