1862 May 26 Camp on Flat Top Mountain, Va.

[from the diary of James Dinsmore Templeton, private and musician in the 23rd Ohio]

Monday, May 26

Saw John Benton
this morning he
is to drive the Forge from
Critchfield Alex & I
went up to the 28 Regt
to have our horns repaired
Remained there until
near noon Saw their
guard mounting well
done they have a band
of 24 members 2 now
sick all Dutch play well
Practiced some this afterno
on. went to the Top of the
mountain very extensive
and grand view
Had parade this evening
orders read Banks has
retreated Received
Letters from Father &
Susan Caldwell
Clear very fine day

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