U.S. Brig Dragoon Journal.
| Author/creator | Liscomb, Isaac creator. |
| Format | Archival & Manuscript Material |
| Production | 1861-1865. |
| Description | 0.045 Cubic ft. (1 archival box) |
| Supplemental Content | Finding aid |
| Subjects |
| Scope and content | This collection contains a journal (December 15, 1861-April 15, 1865) kept by Isaac Liscomb, Master (Commander) of the U.S. Brig Dragoon. Dragoon was a private merchant vessel (formerly called the Remington) leased or purchased by the Union Army for use in the Civil War. As part of General Burnside's fleet, the Dragoon was involved in the Battle of Roanoke Island. Liscomb kept detailed accounts of that battle and of the voyages the ship made during the Civil War to transport troops and supplies to ports including Port Royal and Folly Island (SC), Pensacola (FL), and Morehead City (NC). |
| Access restriction | No access restrictions. |
| Cite as | U.S. Brig Dragoon Journal (#1208), East Carolina Manuscript Collection, J. Y. Joyner Library, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA. |
| Terms of use | Literary rights to specific documents are retained by the authors or their descendants in accordance with U.S. copyright law. |
| Acquisitions source | Joyner- Purchased from Ten Pound Island Book Co.. |
| Biographical note | The U.S. Brig Dragoon, formerly a private merchant vessel, E. Remington. Remington was purchased by the U.S. government October 31, 1861 for use in the Civil War. |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | Manuscript Collection | #1208 - DOES NOT CIRCULATE | ✔ Available | Request Material |