Stephen Greenleaf Bulfinch, Post 31

The following excerpt is from the diary of Stephen Greenleaf Bulfinch.

Tuesday March 1^st 1864

We have, I regret to record, news of a defeat in Florida. In other parts of the South, the spring operations appear thus far to be successful.

Monday March 7^th, ‘64

Public affairs; Kilpatrick’s gallant raid to the gates of Richmond.

Tuesday March 15^th

Public news. Gen. Grant’s appointment as Lieut. General. The military affairs of the country are now it is understood, under one competent military head.