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From DigitalMaine Transcription Project
� 70 March 27
Had a good review today of King and Franklins' divisions of the first corps d'armee. Our division carried off the paleur[?]. Me 2nd. Brigade (our's) was the best and the old Maine 5th "the renowned of the world" was acknowledged by every one present to be the finest appearing and best marching regiment on the field.
Lord Lyons and suite were present and witnessed the review. Many other distinguished foreigners attended them.
McClellan did not review but with a portion of his staff he rode behind. As he passed by our brigade the men began to cheer and each regiment took it up one after another, "Leordies" looked exceedingly pleased.