The History of Company C, Seventh Regiment, O.v.i

The History of Company C, Seventh Regiment, O.V.I., written by Theodore Wilder in the late 19th century, chronicles the experiences of Company C of the Seventh Ohio Volunteer Infantry during the American Civil War. The narrative highlights the company's formation from Oberlin College students, emphasizing their patriotic and anti-slavery principles. It documents their initial organization, early marches, and significant battles, serving as a vital historical account of the soldiers' transformation from students to combatants in a pivotal conflict in U.S. history.