Civil War Camp of New Hampshire Infantry in Poolesville MD
During the Civil War, more soldiers passed through Poolesville than any other Montgomery County, Maryland, town. Union soldiers occupied the village throughout most of the war.
During the 15th Annual Montgomery County Heritage Days events, Dolores and I visited the historic John Poole House and General store in Poolesville. Dating from 1793, it is the oldest structure in the community and now serves as an interpretative museum.
Among the Civil War artifacts on display is a very interesting painting that was inspired by a hand drawn map by a Union soldier. The artist was John W. Sturtevant and he drew the map to send home to his family to show them the location of the camp where he was living that winter in Poolesville. He was a first sergeant in Company G of the 14th Regiment of the New Hampshire Infantry. He advanced in rank during the war. He became a second lieutenant in May, 1863, a first lieutenant in January, 1864 and finally a captain in January, 1865. He was wounded twice in September, 1864, at Opequan, Virginia.
When the 14th New Hampshire left Poolesville, they had their first battle on September 19, 1864 at Winchester, Virginia. In Montgomery County, you can find much history in unexpected places. If you have an opportunity, you will want to visit the John Poole House and General Store at 19923 Fisher Avenue, Poolesville, Maryland.
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As a former history instructor, I love posts like this one, Roy!
Hope you have your electricity restored by now!
Roy: Educational and interesting...kids of all ages should check out the Civil War Camp in Poolesville MD.
Roy, not only is your area rich in events but also history. You will never run out of things to report! Enjoy your day!
Very interesting information and a very neat map. Thanks for sharing.
Good morning to all. I appreciate your comments.
Yes, Barbara-Jo, we now have power. However there are hundreds of thousands of families, in the Washington, DC metro area, with no electricity as they face another very hot day without air conditioning.
Civil War history buffs find many interesting places to visit in Maryland.
Have an outstanding week and keep cool.
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Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera.
Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Lots of history there in Poolesville MD that we would never know about if you had not posted this wonderful and interesting localism history blog.
Happy July 1.
Good Afternoon Roy, What a great story, I love history. I do alot of work in Nh that takes me to the small towns where these heros were born or lived. I love viewing the homes every chance i get. I would love to visit your area and see so much more. Have a great Sunday
Howdy and evening Roy
Roy my friend, that is mighty interesting, is that a remake of or the actual map he made?
The Units from this here area that invaded my home State of Missouri and the other Southern States which my family lived and fought in for the Confederacy. Those Northern Units sure were sorry they went up against them.
Have a good one
Dale in New Hampshire
Good morning to all. I appreciate your comments.
A copy of the original map that inspired the painting is also on display. The artist added color and more details of the scene.
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Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera.
Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Roy,
What I loved about being back East is the sense of history that one can feel in places like Connecticut, Maryland, and DC. So many people who began our great country, it just mades us proud to be Americans, once again. A
Love the Civil War history, Roy! Say you have a couple of big sesquicentennial celebrations coming up in your bi-state area very soon: 2nd Bull Run and Antietam, as well as the Battle of Fredericksburg in December!
Roy,
The Civil War was a very cruel time of our history but one that is fascinating to study. :)
Steve
Thanks so much for your comments. Have a very special Independence Day celebration.
John Poole House, Poolesville, MD IMG_7220
Photograph by Dolores Kelley using a Canon PowerShot S90 camera. Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Roy,
Congratulations. Your post is now featured in "Silent Saturday." :)
Steve