CAPT. H. V. MARTIN.
Capt. H. V. Martin, commander of Co. K, is a native of New York City. Both his grand-fathers were heroes of the Revolution of 1776, and others of his ancestry served in the War of 1812. He volunteered April 23rd, 1861, immediately after the attack on Sumpter, in Co. A, 10th N.Y. Vols., which Regiment was one among the first two-year organizations from N.Y. State to enter the field. Its career proved it to be a splendid command. It was particularly selected by Generals Butler and Wool to do garrison duty in Fort Monroe. In its connection with the Army of the Potomac, it was associated with Syke's Division of the 5th Corps, and afterwards with the 2nd Corps, and was chosen Headquarter Guards to Gen. Sumner, when in command of the Right Grand Division of the Army. On its retiring from service, at the expiration of term, Gen. French takes the opportunity of reciting its achievements and distinguished bravery in a published Circular. Capt. Martin had enlisted as a Private in this Regiment, was promoted to Sergeant in his Company, July, 1861, and afterwards to Orderly Sergeant. He became acting Sergeant Major of the Regiment, July, 1862, and was promoted to Second Lieutenant of Co. H, Oct. 25th, 1862. He received also the promotion to First Lieutenant and Adjutant of his Regiment, Feb., 1863. These promotions were awarded him on account of his fine ability and distinguished services. At the battle of Fredericksburg, Dec. 13th and 14th, 1862, he received a wound on the cheek.
He was appointed Captain in this Regiment, April 8th, 1864, and assigned to the command of Co. K. In his connection with this Regiment he has won the name of a fine officer and most worthy commander, whose moral character is unimpeachable, and whose Company has been complimented for its high standard of discipline, efficiency and bravery.
He has served as Judge Advocate General Court Martial at Headquarters 4th Div. 9th Corps; and Judge Advocate General Court Martial 1st Div. 25th Corps; and also Provost Marshal of the Post of Brownsville, in the Western District of the Department of Texas. This latter office he held up to date of order mustering out this command. This officer is also recommended for Captaincy in the regular service by the Examining Board for officers of the regular army, appointed in the field by order of the War Department.
He has shared in the following battles, viz: Big Bethel, June 10th, 1861; Skirmish at Shelltown, July, 1861; skirmish at Cherry Stone Creek, July, 1861; capture of Norfolk, May 10th, 1862; Gaines' Mills, June 27th, 1862; Chickahominy, June 28th, 1862; Malvern Hill, July 1st, 1862; second Bull Run, Aug. 30th, 1862; Antietam, Sept. 17th, 1862; skirmish at Shepherdstown Ford, Sept. 20th, 1862; Fredericksburg, Dec. 13th, 1862; 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. S. P. STACEY.
First Lieut. S. P. Stacey, of Co. K, is a native of Springfield, Bradford county, Pa., and the only son of a widow. Both his grand-fathers were actively engaged in the Revolutionary War, and his father, Joseph Stacey, served as a soldier in the war of 1812. The Lieutenant was a member of an Independent Company of Cavalry of Springfield, previous to the rebellion. He volunteered, April 22nd, 1861, as a Private, in Co. H, 6th Pa. Reserves, and was promoted to Corporal in his Company. His name is intimately associated with the history of the brave Pennsylvania Reserves for deeds of great gallantry. He was appointed Second Lieutenant of Co. C, 171st Pa. Infantry, Dec., 1862, and remained with this command until its final discharge by reason of expiration of term of service. In response to the earnest call for men to recruit the thinned ranks of our army, and with a noble exhibition of patriotism, he entered the field as a volunteer Private, in Co. I, 148th Pa. Vols. At the battle of second Bull Run, Aug. 30th, 1862, he was wounded by a Buck-shot in the left leg, which continues in the limb. At the battle of Antietam he suffered a severe wound by a ball entering below the left eye. He was appointed First Lieutenant of this Regiment, April 14th, 1864. In his connection with this command he has shown himself to be an officer of military experience, ability and undoubted bravery.
He has participated in the following engagements, viz.: Drainesville, Dec. 20th, 1861; skirmish at Catlett's Station, March, 1862; skirmish at Ton Stall Station, April, 1862; Malvern Hill, July 1st, 1862; skirmish at Rappahannock Station, Aug., 1862; Thoroughfare Gap, Aug., 1862; Second Bull Run, Aug. 30th, 1862; South Mountain, Sept. 14th, 1862; Antietam, Sept. 17th, 1863; White Oak River, Feb, 1863; Blount's Creek, April 7th, 1863; Mine Run, Nov. 27th, 1863; 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 the Bermuda Front, Dec., 1864; Farra's Island, Jan. 25th, 1865; and capture of Richmond, April 3rd, 1865.
SECOND LIEUT. R. C. PHILLIPS.
Second Lieut. R. C. Phillips, of Co. K, is a native of Naples, N.Y., and whose grand-father, Daniel Phillips, won great distinction as a soldier in the war of 1812. The Lieutenant enlisted, Aug. 2nd, 1862, as a Private in Co. C, 44th N.Y. Vols., which command was associated with the 5th Corps. At the battle of Gettysburg, July 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 1863, he was severely wounded in the left shoulder and breast. He was appointed Second Lieutenant of this Regiment June 8th, 1864, but in consequence of severe illness he was unable to report before Sept. 1st, ensuing. He has been Pioneer Officer 1st Brig. 4th Div. 9th Corps, and Assistant Provost Marshal 1st Div. 25th Corps. His intelligence and services entitle him to confidence and esteem.