Source, Rutland Weekly Herald--Thur. Feb. 25, 1863. A Brave Drummer Boy Gone. Olin Pettingill, of Andover, and a drummer boy in the 3d Vermont regiment, died recently in the hospital at Windmill Point, Va. At the battle of Fredericksburg, he threw away his drum and took a gun, declaring his determination to share the dangers with the rest. He was deeply affected with the result of that unfortunate battle, and was deranged most of the time afterwards, his thoughts perpetually running on the battle. He was 19 years of age, a remarkably promising young man, and one of the best drummers in the State. His remains were brought to his home in Andover, and very impressive funeral services were held on Tuesday, the 10th inst.---B.F. Times Transcribed by, Joan H. Bixby Genealogy not just a hobby, but a labor of love.