Stafford J. Godfrey Papers, 1861/1863

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
560 Drillfield Dr.
Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 26041-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Restrictions:

The collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

Permission to publish material from Stafford J. Godfrey Papers must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech.

Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Stafford J. Godfrey Papers, Ms2018-026, Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Summary

Extent:
0.3 Cubic Feet 1 box
Creator:
Godfrey, Stafford J., 1827-1911 (21st New York Regiment)
Language:
English .
Abstract:
The collection of Stafford J. Godfrey, 21st New York Infantry Regiment, contains his diary written from May, 1861 to August, 1863, detailing his day to day activities, primarily his camp duties. Also included is Godfrey's discharge paper dated August 3, 1863, membership application to the Union Veteran Legion, dated May 18, 1863, a card distributed by ladies aid society of Buffalo titled, "Counsel to our Volunteers: How to Prepare for the Campaign," and a name card from H.D. Godfrey.
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Stafford J. Godfrey Papers, Ms2018-026, Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection of Stafford J. Godfrey, 21st New York Infantry Regiment, contains his diary written from May, 1861 to August, 1863, detailing his day to day activities, primarily his camp duties. Also included his Godfrey's discharge paper dated August 3, 1863, membership application to the Union Veteran Legion, dated May 18, 1863, a card distributed by ladies aid society of Buffalo titled, "Counsel to our Volunteers: How to Prepare for the Campaign," and a name card from H.D. Godfrey.

Biographical / historical:

Stafford J. Godfrey was born in New York in 1827. He enlisted in the 21st Regiment, New York Volunteers as a musician in April of 1861. His profession was listed as "cheese making," and following his service, he returned to farming in Wyoming County, New York. Prior to the war, he married Phebe Ward (1831-1884) and the couple had two children. Godfrey eventually retired from farming and lived with his daughter and son-in-law. He died in 1911 and is buried in Varysburg, Wyoming County, New York.

Acquisition information:
The Stafford J. Godfrey Papers were purchased by Special Collections in April 2017.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the Stafford J. Godfrey Papers was completed in September, 2018.