Author: likely his son, Zere Lysander Welman, 1st Sgt 137th NY Infantry
Zere Lysander Welman was a 1st Sergeant in the 137th NY Infantry who later became a Baptist minister in Wisconsin. He enlisted July, 1862, and was discharged June 20, 1865. Born November 9, 1835, He lived to age 73 passing away on December 14, 1908.
He married Susan Tibbits and had four children, Edward Zuri Welman (1871 - 1903), Samantha Welman (1878 - 1887), Ada Lucille Welman (1884 - 1899) and Eva Grace Welman (1892 - 1934).
Lysander Welman kept a diary during his time in the service. Many quotes from his diary are included in the regimental history.

Zere Lysander Welman