Research


Scope and Content Note

This series consists of incoming correspondence from various medical personnel affiliated with New York State Volunteer Units, directed to the Surgeon General. Most of the letters were generated by regimental surgeons and assistant surgeons.

The bulk of the correspondence in this series deals with individuals requesting appointments as regimental surgeons or assistant surgeons; the acceptance of commissions; requests to forward commissions; requests for promotions; individuals reporting for duty; recommendations of individuals for promotion; requests for information pertaining to uniforms; acknowledgements for receipt of commissions; requests for hospital stewards; requests for reappointment or reassignment; and requisitions for medicine. The correspondence from persons requesting appointments often provides information pertaining to their medical education, experience, and other pertinent credentials.