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Abner O. Shaw
Abner Ormiel Shaw (February 16, 1837 – January 27, 1934) was an American physician from Maine who served in the American Civil War, Civil War with the 20th Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiment. Early life Abner Orimel Shaw was born on February 16, 1837, to Eaton Shaw and Mary Roberts in Readfield, Maine. He was the son of a Methodist minister whose ancestors came to America on the Mayflower. Upon reaching adulthood Shaw set out for New York City where he entered the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, College of Physicians and Surgeons intent on realizing his childhood dream of becoming a doctor. Civil War While studying to become a Doctor in New York the Civil War broke out and Shaw broke off his medical study to enlist, serving in the 7th New York Militia as a foot soldier. Getting leave to return to school Shaw graduated in 1863 and was soon assigned to the 20th Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiment as assistant surgeon. The famous regiment had just won man ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Readfield, Maine
Readfield (/ˈɹid fild/) is a town in Kennebec County, Maine, United States. The population was 2,597 at the 2020 census. Readfield is home to the Kents Hill School, a preparatory school, Maranacook Community Schools, public schools for the district, a few summer camps, and the annual Readfield Heritage Days. A popular recreation spot in central Maine, the town contains nine lakes and ponds, including Maranacook Lake, and is part of the Winthrop Lakes Region. The town of Readfield was previously named Pond Town. Readfield is included in the Augusta, Maine micropolitan New England City and Town Area. Geography According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of , of which, of it is land and is water. Drained by Beaver Brook and Tingley Brook, Readfield includes the northern half of Maranacook Lake, the southern half of Torsey Pond, the southeast corner of Echo Lake, and the northeast shore of Lovejoy Pond. The town is crossed by state routes 17, 41 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
