History of the Saber Brigade and its Commander, 2006, written by descendant, Rand Bitter. This book is the incredible culmination of years of research and study by a member of the descendants association. By far to date the best book written on the history of Col. Robert H. G. Minty, the commander of Minty's Brigade and the 7th Pennsylvania Cavalry, 4th Michigan Cavalry and the 4th U.S. Cavalry. Please contact this site for info on acquiring this wonderful book.
Blue Acorn Press has republished, "Colonel William B. Sipes' Regimental History of the 7th Pennsylvania Cavalry." Originally published in 1905 by the Pottsville Miner's Journal, copies of this hard to find book command upwards of $300.00 on the open market. Author/Publisher Richard Baumgartner published the book in a hardback edition, complete with dust jacket and additional images. Baumgartner has published numerous Western Theatre books, to include one on the struggle for Chattanooga, Kennesaw Mt., and Wilders Brigade at the battle of Chickamauga. Copies can be ordered by contacting Rob Frederick or Larry Fryer through this website. Our sincere thanks to Rick and Blue Acorn Press for their hard work in making this book available again.
Thomas Dornblaser's "Sabre Strokes of the Independent Dragoons" has been reprinted by Gary and Ruth-Alice Spangler of New Berlin, Pa. The Spanglers, who are descendants of Thomas Dornblaser, Co. "E", 7th Pennsylvania Cavalry, contracted with Gateway Press, Baltimore, MD. for the reprint. Copies of this beautiful hardcover reprint can be obtained by sending a check for $37.50 to Gary Spangler at PO Box 313, New Berlin, PA. 17855. This is a reprint of a rare and entertaining book and heartily recommend the purchase of this hardcover reprint. Originals demand upwards of $300.
"Pennsylvania at Chickamauga and Chattanooga". This book was printed
in 1897 by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, for the dedication of the monuments
at Chickamauga and Chattanooga. It has a very good description of the 7th's
actions in that area with a photo of the Veterans at the monument dedication.
Price on this book is $50 to $100.
"Mansfield Men in the Seventh Pennsylvania Cavalry". A small paperback
book printed in 1986 by Chester Baily. An interesting little book about the men
from Tioga County Pennsylvania in the 7th. It also includes the letters of
Charles M. Rumsey of company "C". This book is about $5 and is
available through the Tioga County Historical Society.
"The Independent Dragoons", by Thomas Dornblaser. This book was first
printed in 1884 and is quite an interesting book on the common soldiers life in
the 7th. One of my favorites. As stated above it is now available in reprint. A
must have for any Civil War enthusiast.
Also by Thomas Dornblaser is," My Life Story for Young and Old".
Printed in 1930 this book covers the life of Thomas Dornblaser. A very
interesting book with many references to the 7th. Book is rare but copies can be
found and purchased for about $125.
"Sherman's Horsemen", by David Evans. This book has to be the best
book ever written on the cavalry operations in the Atlanta campaign. A highly
recommended book for anyone who is a fan of the 7th and with an interest in the
cavalry during the battles for Atlanta.
"Wilsons Cavalry Corps" by Jerry Keenan. A book on Union Campaigns in
the Western Theatre, October 1864 till Spring 1865. Many references to the 7th
Penna. Cavalry.
"Yankee Blitzkrieg, Wilsons Raid through Alabama and Georgia", by
James Pickett Jones. Many references to the 7th during these operations.
Bates " History of Pennsylvania Volunteers" by Samuel Bates. Has
history and roster for all regiments from Pennsylvania. The 7th is included.
Complete 5 volume set is $500 to $800 and is also available from Broadfoot
publishing with an index sold extra. Index works with both original and reprint.
"History and Roster of the Seventh Pennsylvania Cavalry" Very rare.
Printed in 1904.
"Advance the Colors" by Richard Sauers. Two volume book with brief
unit history and battle flag of the regiment. Printed in 1987 and available.
$90.00 for both volumes. The 7th appears in volume 1.
"The First Defenders" by Captain Heber Thompson. Very rare. Printed in
1910.
"Life and Civil War Services of Edward A. Straub" Company
"B" Printed in 1909
Very Rare
"To See the Elephant" Printed in 2000 by Descendants Association member, Robert Schell Ulrich. A wonderful book taken from letters written home by his ancestor's, Benneville, George, Reuben Schell.
"Of Sabres and Carbines" Printed in 2001 by The Papers of the Blue and Gray. Written by association member, Dr. Laurence D. Schiller. A must have for the cavalry enthusiast. Contact Larry Fryer for ordering info.
Publications of the Historical Society of Schuylkill County. "Transfer of the Battle Flags" Pottsville Journal print 1932. Rare
Contact Larry Fryer for below items.
"Men of Honor" Images of the 7th Pennsylvania Cavalry Printed 2000. OUT OF PRINT
"History of 7th Pa Cavalry Reunions" Printed 2000. AVAILABLE $8.00
"Diary of Capt. Heber S. Thompson May to December 1864" Printed 2001. LIMITED SUPPLY $6.50
"A Dragoon, Letters by Thomas F. Dornblaser, to the Clinton Democrat Newspaper" Printed 2001. AVAILABLE $8.00
"Newsletters" of the Descendants Association 1997 to Present Day. Invaluable research by Association President, Larry Fryer. Wonderful insight into the 7th Pa Cavalry through his unending research!
George Bretz, Assistant Surgeon's letter, August 16, 1865.
Crandall Family, Letter, November, 14, 1864.
William Hays, Officers diary, January 31 to September 8, 1865.
Martin L. Kurtz, Letter, August 21, 1862.
Charles A. Marvin, Letter, September 28, 1864.
Jacob Menges, Corporal's memoirs, August 18, 1861 to June 9, 1865.
Solomon Mick, Letters and papers, September 6, 1861 to May 1, 1865.
Regimental Papers from Hackenburg College, Letters October 22 to November 18,
1861.
Francis W. Reed, Letters, June 7, 1861 to February 1, 1865.
Ira C. Stoner, Diary, September 6, 1864 to June 22, 1865.
Heber S. Thompson, Officers diary, April 30, 1864 to June 29, 1864. (See Larry
Fryer 2001 Publications)
Joseph G. Vale, Pension papers, 1886, 1888.
"The Charles C. McCormick Papers" Fantastic diary
written by one of the most beloved Colonels of the regiment. Located in the
Pennsylvania State Archives, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Look for this fantastic account to be published in book form in the near future by Larry K. Fryer.
"John D. Gillies, letters from November 3, 1861 to March 4, 1863" Located in the
Chester County Historical Society, West Chester, Pennsylvania.
"Otis Gibson Gerould, Diary, January 1, 1862 to February 11, 1863" Diary in
family hands. Robert E. Becker, Coden, Alabama.
"Francis Weigley, Letters, February 1862 to June 1864" Still in soldiers family.
Cathleen Weigley, Deerfield Illinois.
"Percy White, Officers Diary, December, 1862 to December, 1865"
Includes his
capture at Lovejoy Station, Georgia. Located at the Clinton County Historical
Society.
"Pottsville Miners Journal" Letters written back to the Pottsville Newspaper by
various soldiers. On Microfiche at the Pottsville Historical Society,
Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Originals can be read at the Library of Congress,
Washington, D.C.
"Major Uriah C. Hartranft Collection" Family artifacts in the collection of Association members, Kathi and Lonny Wertman.
"Lt. Charles L. Greeno Collection" Family artifacts in the collection of Association member, Sherry Packer-Gross.
"1st Lieut. Joseph Denning Collection" Family artifacts in the collection of Association member, John J. Amtsfield.
"Diary of Wesley H. Straley, February 27, 1864 to June 17, 1865" Diary in family hands, Nancy Tillman Lundberg.