At Harper's Ferry with the prisoners, having been on duty
all night. Had a great time talking to the rebs over past experiences. Met one,
formerly from our old home town, Norwich, Conn. Turned the prisoners over to
the commander of the post, when we returned to Martinsburg. As soon as we
arrived went right on duty, after being up all last night. Picket duty and
working on the railroad. The guerillas are at work. Old Mosby keeps us busy.
They managed to steal horses, and get the best. Our boys are kicking over the
hard work on the railroad. Trains are running regular again over the road. This
is an important line, through, on to the west. Business is improving, judging
by the number of trains.
SOURCE: Charles H. Lynch, The Civil War Diary,
1862-1865, of Charles H. Lynch 18th Conn. Vol's, p. 129
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