Welcome to Joel Craig's Bivouac

  This site is dedicated to my interest in the American Civil War. Here you will find a varied collection of letters, news accounts, photographs and original humor relating to the War Between the States, Civil War Reenacting and anything else that I think will interest or amuse you. I hope you find your visit worthwhile and come back often to visit since this site will change regularly.

Dear Eagle: Correspondence of S. H. Bogardus Jr.
The letters of Stephen H. Bogardus of Poughkeepsie, NY. Bogardus served in the 5th NY (Duryee Zouaves), Purnell's Maryland Legion, and the 192nd NY.

Unusual, Strange & Bizarre
A collection of odd, unusual and morbid items from Civil War period newspapers. These gems are arranged by topic and provide plenty of interesting, if not unbelievable, reading.

Incredible Shots
A collection of stories of exceptional feats of marksmanship during the Civil War.

Civil War Humor
Original humorous essays taking an irreverent look at some Civil War might-have-beens.

The Vortex
Civil War reenacting and the spirit world collide in this fictional tale.

War Narratives

• 5th U.S. Artillery at Gaine's Mill
• Capture of Jefferson Davis
• Fire Zouaves at Bull Run
• Mahone's Brigade at Malvern Hill
• Monitor vs. Merrimac
• Sinking of the Monitor
• Ministering To The Wounded At Gettysburg 

Photo Gallery

• Hudson Valley Artillery
• Hudson Valley Monuments
• Gods & Generals: A Tribute To The Real Stars 

• History & Roster of Hamilton Post 20,G.A.R.
• Dr. Hasbrouck's Record of Veteran's Disabilities 1863-1864

Comments & Salutations
Send your comments or just say "Hi!", I'm always happy to hear from visitors.

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