[3 ] For history of First. Lieut. Ezra S. Dean, see history of Adjutant Dean of this Regiment.
He has been in the following actions, viz.: Skirmish at Williamsport, July 9th, 1863; skirmish at Wappings Heights, July, 1863; skirmish at Brandy Station, Nov. 8th, 1863; Locust Grove, Nov. 24th, 1863; Mine Run, Nov. 27th, 1863; Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; Spotsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May, 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd and 23rd, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3rd, 1864; Old Church, June 10th 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, near Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.
CAPT. JOSEPH FORBES.
Capt. Joseph Forbes, commanding Co. E, is a native of the City of New York. His grand-father actively participated in the war of 1812, and his brother Thomas H. Forbes was a soldier in the 1st N.Y. Vols. in this war. The Captain was, during a period of four years previous to the rebellion, a member of the Engineer Corps of the 71st N.Y. National Guards. This entire Regiment very promptly volunteered its services to the Government, the day after the fire upon Fort Sumter, and was immediately accepted. It was the sixth to arrive in Washington for the defence of the Capitol. This loyal troop on its march to that point, passed through disaffected Maryland, uncheered and unprovided. Disloyalists charged them Twelve Hundred Dollars for Two Carts, with which to transport necessary baggage, and these even then failed to answer the purpose. This command with which the Captain was connected, patriotically volunteered to remain in service for the battle of Bull Run, although its term had expired. It opened the fight of that day, and made the brilliant and successful charge upon an entire Brigade of the enemy, composed of Alabama Regiments. In the latter campaign, in which this Regiment volunteered its services again, Capt. Forbes returned as Captain commanding Co. B. He received the appointment of Captain in this Regiment (43d U.S.C.T.) March 30th, 1864. He was wounded in the hand at the battle of Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864. This officer, who has seen much service and greatly distinguished himself in connection with the early organization of the 71st N.Y., and also with this Regiment, deserves special compliments for his ability and bravery, and the excellent military standard, to which he brought his command. His Company was one among the first in neatness, discipline and efficiency. A circular dated Headquarters 3d Brig. 1st Div. 25th Corps, Feb. 5th, 1865, issued by order of the Brigade Commander, Brig. Gen. H. G. Thomas, who reports the result of an Inspection of Quarters of the different Regiments of his Brigade, states: "Capt. Forbes and his Company deserve particular notice. Their quarters are far superior in construction, neatness and ornament, to those of any of the Companies in this Brigade." As a token of the high appreciation of this officer, by his Company, they were pleased to present him with the 25th Corps Badge and pin, pure gold and finely executed, with name and rank of their commander engraved on the Badge and on the Pin, a list of the engagements in which he led them, the whole beautifully prefaced by the following inscription: "Presented to Capt. Forbes Co. E, 43d U.S.C.T., by his Company for his bravery and impartiality in command." This officer, also, stands recommended for Captaincy in the Regular Service, having been so recommended by the Examining Board for officers of the Regular army, appointed in the field by order of the War Department.
He has taken part in the following actions, viz.: skirmish with Shore Battery at Acquia Creek, June 1861; Bull Run, June 21st, 1861; Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; Spotsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd and 23rd, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3rd, 1864; Old Church, June 10th, 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec, 1864; Farra's Island, at Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.
FIRST LIEUT. GEORGE W. WILLIAMS.
First Lieutenant George W. Williams of Co. E. This officer was captured by the enemy, in the charge by our forces at the battle of the Mine before Petersburg, July 30th, 1864. He finally escaped from prison, in company with a few others. His companions were all re-taken, except one who unfortunately drowned. He, alone, succeeded, after a long time eluding search, and suffering great hardships in the enemy's country in his return to our lines. He continued in the service to the close of the rebellion, and was honorably discharged upon acceptance of resignation by order of the War Department, June 17th, 1865. He was a brave and efficient officer.
FIRST LIEUT. DANIEL J. HOGAN.
First Lieutenant Daniel J. Hogan, Co. E, is a native of New York City, and the only son of a widow. He volunteered, May 18th, 1863, as a Private in the 5th Independent New Jersey Battery, and served with distinction in this organization until his appointment to Second Lieutenant of this Regiment, which dates April 13th, 1864. After reporting for duty he served in Co. A, C, and H. He was promoted to First Lieutenant, Aug. 18th, 1865, and assigned to Co. E, to fill the vacancy occasioned by the resignation of First Lieut. Williams. This promotion was well merited, as his ability, services and moral character are alike honorable to himself and to the country.
He has shared in the following engagements, viz.: Gettysburg, July 1st, 2d and 3d, 1863; Wilderness, May 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, 1864; Spotsylvania, May 7th to 15th, 1864; Tolopotomy Creek, May, 19th and 20th, 1864; North Anna, May 22nd and 23rd, 1864; Cold Harbor, June 1st to 3rd, 1864; Old Church, June 10th 1864; Siege of Petersburg, June 18th, 1864; Mine before Petersburg July 30th, 1864; Weldon Railroad, Aug. 19th and 20th, 1864; Poplar Grove Church, Sept. 29th and 30th, 1864; Hatchie's Run, Oct. 27th and 28th, 1864; heavy skirmish on Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, near Dutch Gap Canal, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.