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Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
Three oversized volumes record bounty payments disbursed by the Paymaster General's Office between 1863 and 1866 as authorized by legislation of 1863. Soldiers were paid different bounties according to the length of time they had served in regiments.
Creator:
Title:
Ledgers pertaining to bounties authorized by Chapter 184, Laws of 1863
Quantity:

1 cubic foot

3 volumes

Inclusive Dates:
1863-1866
Bulk Dates:
(bulk 1863-1864)
Series Number:
A4139