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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC07333.01 |
| From Archive Folder | Documents Relating to the 1870s |
| Title | Muster roll for Troop G, 10th Cavalry |
| Date | 30 June 1872 |
| Author | Lee, P. Ludwell (fl. 1867-1872) |
| Document Type | Military document |
| Content Description | Signed by P. Ludwell Lee, Captain of Troop G, 10th Cavalry, as a witness. Lists the names of members of Troop G, including their dates of enlistment and discharge, if applicable. Covers the period from 30 April 1872-30 June 1872. Created at Rush Spring, possibly referring to Rush Springs in present-day Oklahoma. A note written across the printed text of the muster roll states that the troop was paid 10 July 1872. Ludwell confirms that the discipline, instruction, military appearance, arms, and accoutrements of the troop are good. |
| Subjects | Military History American West American Indian History African American History African American Troops Muster Rolls and Returns Soldier's Pay Military Supplies Military Uniforms |
| People | Lee, P. Ludwell (fl. 1867-1872) |
| Place written | Rush Springs, Oklahoma |
| Theme | Government & Politics; Westward Expansion; African Americans; Native Americans |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1860-1945 |
| Additional Information | The legendary 9th and 10th Cavalries, known as Buffalo Soldiers, were raised in 1866. Following the Civil War, Buffalo Soldiers were primarily engaged in conflict against Native Americans on the Western Frontier. In 1872, the 10th Cavalry was located in the vicinity of Fort Sill, near Rush Springs, Oklahoma, which was called "Indian Territory" at the time. In fact, the 10th Cavalry were largely responsible for building that fort. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Civil War, Reconstruction and the Modern Era: 1860-1945 |
| Related documents | Muster roll, Company E, 24th Regiment Muster Roll, Company G, 9th Cavalry |