The Letters: A Soldier’s Voice from the Frontlines
Fifty-four never-before-seen letters written by John W. Mambert a soldier from the 159th NYSV reveal his account of the Civil War. Through the letters, he shares the regiments experiences—capturing moments of elation, anguish, loneliness, and a longing to be home with loved ones.
Hometown Heroes: The 159th New York State Volunteers
Discover how men from Columbia and Dutchess counties and Brooklyn, New York came together to form a regiment and fight for the Union. Through firsthand accounts, experience their struggles, sacrifices, and triumphs. For those who call these areas home today, their stories offer a powerful connection to the past.
159th NYSV Roster: Was Your Ancestor Among Them?
Were your ancestors part of this historic regiment? Included in Remember Me is a complete roster listing every man who served with the 159th New York State Volunteers—from the Hudson Valley to Brooklyn.