Two pen & ink documents for and about J. K. Gittleman, a blacksmith and farrier in the 17^th Pennsylvania Cavalry. The first is dated June 13, 1865, and certifies that he has been mustered and paid. The second is dated June 14, 1865, and is a reference to his being a good Blacksmith for “the past two years”.  The two documents are clear and easy to read…an accompanying envelope is somewhat soiled.

John J.K. Gittleman was a resident of Lebanon County, PA when he enlisted on 9/19/62 as a Farrier. On that date he mustered into Co. E, 17^th PA Cavalry. Mustered out on 6/16/65 at Washington, D.C.

The June 14 document is signed by Captain William Tice, who enlisted on 10/27/62 and was commissioned into Co. E, 17^th PA Cav. Wounded 5/30/64 at Old Church Tavern, VA. Discharged on 6/20/65.

No definite info was found on Capt. & Acting Chief QM J B Wheeler, whose signature is on the June 13 document.  [jet, ld]

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