Dated July 4^th 1868.  Issued to former Private Oshea Bussell, Co. “F”, 20^th Maine Infantry.  16” x 12, matted in beige, in brown period wooden frame, 19.5 x 15.5,” w/ paper backing and hang-wire. Certificate text is light faded. Joshua Chamberlain’s is big and bold. Also signed by Adj. Gen. John C. Caldwell, who commanded 1st Division of the II Corps in the fighting in The Wheatfield at Gettysburg.

Oshea Russell enlisted in the 20^th Maine in August 1862. He was wounded at Peeble’s Farm, VA., 9/30/1864. Joshua Chamberlain was famed colonel of the 20^th Maine, Medal of Honor recipient, and later 5^th Corps brigade and division commander.

Superb 20^th Maine & Joshua chamberlain collectible. [jp] [ph:L]

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