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Civil War Pay Record for Wisconsin 1st Lieut. and African-American Servant 1865
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This is the final pay document for Levi Welden, a 1st Lieutenant in Company C of the 43rd Wisconsin Infantry, and his African-American servant, named John Smith, noted on the document as "Col'd".The document is 17 inches by 11 inches, and is double sided.
It contains the details of Lt. Welden's final pay, including wages, travel pay, and clothing and subsistence for both him and his servant. His wages were per month, and he received per month for his servant. It came to a total of 4.57 for the period from February 28, 1865 to July 6, 1865. After deductions, his net pay was 1.77.
The reverse side has a voucher signed by Lt. Welden, attesting to the accuracy of the pay record, and noting that he was discharged on July 6th, 1865. The reverse side also has the usual summary information that was used for filing the document.
The 43rd Wisconsin was stationed in Tennessee, mostly guarding Union railroad supply lines, and saw action at Johnsonville, TN.
The document is in very good condition, with no tears or stains. There is slight foxing on one edge. The ink is clearly legible.
A great historical document!