United States Christian Commission
1861-11-14
Religious philanthropic organization in operation from November 14, 1861. Formed after the First Battle of Bull Run for the purpose of providing supplies, medical services, and recreational activities to federal soldiers. Organized by National Committee members of the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) and several prominent Protestant ministers in New York City on November 14, 1861.
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United States Christian Commission. Accessed via the Civil War Governors of Kentucky Digital Documentary Edition, https://discovery.civilwargovernors.org/document/S32203144 (November 12, 2026).
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