Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
This series consists of bound volumes describing types of claims filed by Civil War veterans and actions taken by both the
federal and state government. The claims pertain mainly to overdue pension and bounty monies but are also for commutations
of rations and back pay. Each register provides claimant's name and rank; company and regiment; dates of enlistment and discharge;
amount of claim; actions taken by the agency; and certification that the claimant has received the money and/or related papers.
Creator:
Title:
Registers of soldiers' claims expedited
Quantity:
7 cubic feet
24 volumes
Inclusive Dates:
1866-1868
Series Number:
A4135