Identified 1864 Pocket Bible, 33rd New York Infantry and the 2nd New York Mounted Rifles

Identified 1864 Pocket Bible, 33rd New York Infantry and the 2nd New York Mounted Rifles - Inventory Number: HIS 265

Identified to Pvt. Thomas M. Copeland

This original Civil War-era pocket Bible belonged to Private Thomas M. Copeland, a Union soldier who served in both the 33rd New York Infantry and the 2nd New York Mounted Rifles. Bound in dark embossed cloth, the book reflects the durable and compact design typical of religious texts carried by soldiers into the field. Pocket Bibles like this were often issued or gifted to soldiers as spiritual comfort during the trials of war. The personal connection to Copeland and his dual service in two notable New York regiments adds both historical and genealogical significance to this wartime relic.

Thomas Copeland

Residence was not listed; 21 years old.

Enlisted on 5/9/1861 at Covington, NY as a Priv.

On 5/22/1861, he mustered into "E" Co. New York 33rd Infantry.

He was Mustered Out on 6/2/1863 at Geneva, NY

Promotions:

Corpl 1/1/1863

Thomas M. Copeland

Residence was not listed; 21 years old.

Enlisted on 1/4/1864 at Covington, NY as a Priv.

On 1/4/1864, he mustered into "E" Co. New York 2nd Mounted Rifles.

He died of disease (date not stated) at Covington, NY

Promotions:

Corpl 2/22/1864

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Inventory Number: HIS 265