Charles Kniffin 80^th New York -Lost his Leg at GettysburgList of Pay and Clothing. The Surgeon certifies on the back from the Genl Hospital Central Park, NY, August 9, 1864.”Sergt Kniffin was this day discharged from service by command of Maj Gen Dix on account of Gun shot wound received in action July 1^st 63 and final statements given in full to date of Discharge.” R.A. Clement Surgeon US Army in Charge. 21” X 10.5” with archival tape repairs.

Charles Kniffin

Residence was not listed; 29 years old.
Enlisted on 8/15/1861 at Kingston, NY as a Priv.

On 9/15/1861, he mustered into "D" Co. New York 80th Infantry.
He was disch wounds on 8/9/1864

He was listed as:

• Wounded 7/1/1863 Gettysburg, PA (Severe wound in right leg, amputated)

Promotions:

• Corpl
• Sergt 6/20/1863