1862 Civil War Pay Voucher Pvt. John Diloplane Co. K 63rd Illinois Volunteers

Original 1862 Civil War Discharge Pay Voucher - Pvt. This is an authentic Civil War-era pay and discharge voucher issued to Private John Diloplane of Company K, 63rd Illinois Volunteer Infantry, dated October 5, 1862. It details final compensation for his service from July 1 to September 29, 1862, including. Base pay for 2 months and 29 days. Travel reimbursement from Jackson, Tennessee to Charleston, Illinois.

Subsistence allowance for 15 days. Discharged due to disability (as per regimental records). Company K was recruited primarily from Charleston, Illinois, and the 63rd Illinois Infantry saw major action in the Western Theater, including battles at Vicksburg, Chattanooga, and Atlanta, though Pvt.

Diloplane was discharged before these engagements. Dimensions: 9" x 10.5". Condition: Folded as issued; old tape along fold on one side; light age toning and edge wear. Signed in full: John Diloplane. Stamped and filled out in period ink.

A rare and personal artifact from the Civil War, ideal for collectors of militaria, Illinois history, or genealogical documents tied to Coles County. Displays well and provides a tangible connection to a soldier's experience. Regiment & Company History: 63rd Illinois Infantry, Co. Organized at Camp Dubois, Anna, IL; mustered in April 10, 1862, served through July 13, 1865.

Engaged at Cairo, Jackson TN, LaGrange TN, the Siege of Vicksburg, Chattanooga, the March to the Sea, Carolinas campaign, Bentonville, and the Grand Review in Washington. Suffered approximately 206 casualties (killed in action or died of disease). Recruited mainly from Charleston/Coles County. Many veterans re-enlisted; several served until muster-out in July 1865. Listed as a Private in Company?

K, mustered Apr 10, 1862. Discharged due to disability on September 19, 1862.

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