This collection contains a unit history written by Sgt. John G. Mertz, USA after the Civil War. In his personal narrative he writes about his time serving with Company F, 7th Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Regiment in the Union Army.

Third Sergeant John George Mertz, United States Army (9/25/1835 - 9/7/1911) was born in Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany and lived in Hastings, Minnesota. He was married to Lois O. Mathews and had two children, Agnes and Alden. He served during the Civil War with Company F, 7th Volunteer Infantry Regiment from August 15, 1862 until August 16, 1865.

.025 Linear feet (1 folder)

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