Allard Family

 

U.S.S. Alleghany

14 July 1862 to 25 July 1862 - Landsman Albert A. Allard

After becoming ill while serving for Vermont's 4th Regiment, Albert A. Allard recuperated in Baltimore to regain his health.  In May 1862, he reenlisted in Baltimore and joined the U.S. Navy.  His first assignment was as a landsman aboard the U.S.S. Alleghany in Baltimore.  He was on the ship for 11 days from 14 July 1862 to 25 July 1862.

The U.S.S. Allegheny was a receiving ship stationed in Baltimore.  The purpose of a receiving ship is receive new recruits for basic training.  Recruits remained on the receiving ship long enough to participate in a small amount of training, complete their paperwork, and receive their initial issue of clothing.  Modifications to ships serving in this role often included the removal of weapons, and the erecting of a housing structures on the main deck.

On 26 July 1862, Albert A. Allard was assigned to the U.S.S. Underwriter and promoted to a First Class Fireman.