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Repository:

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

Summary:
This volume records names of United States Colored Troops who filed claims against the United States for back pay and bounties for services during the Civil War. Each entry provides the following information: claim number; name; rank; company; regiment; date of enlistment; date discharged; and date claim was filed. Some entries provide the authorization by which the claimant was discharged and a notation whether the claim was settled or rejected. If the claim was settled, the amount is usually provided.
Creator:
Title:
Register of United States Colored Troops who filed claims against the federal government
Quantity:

0.2 cubic feet

Quantity:

1 volume(s)

Inclusive Dates:
1866-1869
Series Number:
A4160