Called out very early this morning. Left camp and on the
march at 3 A. M. Enjoying the march through this fine country. After a time we
began to ascend the mountains. Said to be the South Mountains. A fine view of
the surrounding country. Peaceful and quiet. The inhabitants along the line of
march seem to be very friendly. Maryland has regiments on both sides, Union and
Confederate. After marching along the top of the mountains for a few hours, we
began to descend, coming out on the Frederick City Pike, which we had traveled
before. Passed on through the city, out on the Monocacy Junction Pike, which we
reached after a short march. Crossed the Monocacy River, going into camp near
the river. Here we were surprised to see the 19th Corps, just arrived from New
Orleans. In the corps was the 9th, 12th, 13th Connecticut Regiments. Pleased to
meet the Connecticut boys. Our record for today's marching is estimated about
twenty miles.
SOURCE: Charles H. Lynch, The Civil War Diary,
1862-1865, of Charles H. Lynch 18th Conn. Vol's, p. 109-10
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