April 6th. Soon after noon the regiment formed in line for parade through some of the principal streets. Received a great reception all along the line of march. After the parade marched on board the steamer City of Norwich, which soon got under way and moved slowly down the river. With cheers and waving of handkerchiefs we again said goodbye to home and friends. Sadness came over the men as we looked back on the scene, the crowds on the dock and the city. How we did wish the war was over. We were in for three years, or during the war, and are bound to stick until the end comes and peace reigns throughout our land. All is quiet on board the boat. Hunting for some place to lie down for sleep.
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