Submitted by Name: Lawrence Kirby From: Delaware OH E-mail: Contact
Comments: I'm related to PVT Lemuel Dover, Co. D, 78th OVVI. He was a cooper (barrel maker) from McConnelsville, OH, Morgan County. Served the whole war apparently without a scratch. I have a xerox of the diary of one Wm. Gault, Co F, 78th, I copied at the Ohio Historical Society (microfiche) in Columbus. Very useful for map-tracking the 78th throughout the War. I am currently searching for a copy of "The History of the 78th OVVI From It's Muster-In To It's Muster Out" by Rev. Thomas M. Stevenson, Chaplain of the Regiment. Any help out there?
Added: August 18, 2007
Submitted by Name: Heidi Mathers Dunn From: Central Ohio E-mail: Contact
Comments: James Hamilton Mathers, Private in Company H from October 1864 to July 1865 is my ancestor. He is listed in the regimental history with the substitutes and drafted men added to the regiment.
I do not have a lot on this family. He was born in Washington County, Pa in 1829. Moved to Ohio with his parents. Married Charlotte Gardner, raised his family and died (in 1881) in Athens County, Ohio.
He also had at least four brothers that served in Ohio regiments. Alexander and David served in the 75th OVI. Joseph and Mathew served in the 1st OVI.
I'd love to hear any information on this line.
Added: May 27, 2007
Submitted by Name: Susan Fordyce From: Indianapolis, Indiana E-mail: Contact
Comments: Samuel Fordyce of K company was my g-g-g grandfather. He was born in Pennsylvania on 26 February 1818 and died in Indiana on 13 August 1900. I am named after him. He and my grandmother were very close; but, sadly, I have no stories to share. He is buried in Brown County, Indiana.
Added: May 15, 2007
Submitted by Name: Bob Borrows From: Columbus E-mail: Contact
Comments: Terrific site. My GGG-grandfather was J.W.A. Gillespie, who was, according to your site, Captain of Comapny G. His brother George was Wagoner. He was born 1/29/1815 and died 6/16/1879 in Gurnsey County.
Added: April 21, 2007
Submitted by Name: Don Crosby From: Grand Island, NE E-mail: Contact
Comments: My Great Grandfather was Sgt. Nelson D. Crosby of "B" Company, 1st Battalion of the 78th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment.
He entered the regiment from Zanesville, Ohio.
Added: April 13, 2007
Submitted by Name: William Snyder From: Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio E-mail: Contact
Comments: My grandfather Ulyston Snyder was a pvt in co.K 78th OVI.My father never really knew his father because he died in 1900 when my dad was only about 3. If anyone has any information about the 78th that would include some information about my grandfather it would be greatly appreciated. my grandfather lived in Noble county around Summerfield. I would guess that I am in a minority of people that had as close a relative who served in the civil war. I would be happy to hear from anyone sharing this honor.
William Snyder
Added: April 12, 2007
Submitted by Name: John A. Mellor From: Pittsburgh, PA E-mail: Contact
Comments: My great great grandfather was the Honorable Milton Turner of the 78th OVI. I am in possession of his obit when he passed away on February 1, 1905, as well as a picture of the great man. I have been interested in the Civil War for many years, and am very proud of his and the regiments remarkable achievements in the war. Thank you for honoring these heroes of our nation with your website.
Added: January 2, 2007
Submitted by Name: Karey Fuller Richmond E-mail: Contact
Comments: I am currently writing history about my GGGrandpa, Chester Morrison Fuller. He was a private in co. E of the 78Th Ohio. I feel it important to find all info possible about the 78Th to insure their story does not fade away in the coming generations. Please forward any info to my email.
Added: November 8, 2006
Submitted by Name: David K. McDonnell E-mail: Contact
Comments: I read with great interest the CIVIL WAR DIARIES of CAPTAIN CYRUS MARION ROBERTS 78TH OHIO VOLUNTEER INFANTRY AND U.S. ARMY SIGNAL CORPS as transcribed by Bradley T. Lepper & Mary E. Lepper (Sweeten) Great-great grandson and great granddaughter of 2nd Lieutenant Cyrus Marion Roberts. In their transcription they mention (several times) my Great-Great Grandfather Lt. Julian R. Fitch and also a Capt. Meeker. As I am in possession of my Great-Great Grandfathers photo album I have a photo of Capt. Meeker. I will look to see if there is a photo of Lt. Roberts as well. Additionally I would love to be contacted by his family for an exchange of information.
David K. McDonnell
Added: July 15, 2006
Submitted by Name: Larry Perdue From: Chicago, IL E-mail: Contact
Comments: Joseph Rarick, great-great grandfather on my mother's side was drafted and mustered in to Company C, 78th OVI as a Private on 5 Oct 1864. He had previously served 100 days service in the 133rd Ohio National Guard Infantry, Company B. His occupation was listed as shoe-maker, and physical description was grey eyes, brown hair, medium complexion, height was 5 feet 5 inches. Joseph mustered out with the Regiment 11 Jul 1865 at Louisville, Kentucky having participated in Sherman's march and the battle of Bentonville, North Carolina. He was absent, sick in the hospital at Goldsboro 1 Apr 1865 to 5 Apr 1865. With many thanks to Carl, his picture, taken about 1890, can be seen in the photo gallery for Company C.
Name: Lawrence Kirby
From: Delaware OH
E-mail: Contact
I'm related to PVT Lemuel Dover, Co. D, 78th OVVI. He was a cooper (barrel maker) from McConnelsville, OH, Morgan County. Served the whole war apparently without a scratch. I have a xerox of the diary of one Wm. Gault, Co F, 78th, I copied at the Ohio Historical Society (microfiche) in Columbus. Very useful for map-tracking the 78th throughout the War. I am currently searching for a copy of "The History of the 78th OVVI From It's Muster-In To It's Muster Out" by Rev. Thomas M. Stevenson, Chaplain of the Regiment. Any help out there?