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BACKGROUND: I have enjoyed having the opportunity to meet so many other Civil War enthusiasts using modern technology via the Internet.. In addition, I have been able to make friends here that are very knowledgable in certain areas that I wish were closeby to pass a question on to them. So in order to help others here, I'm starting a Civil War bulletin board that I will post questions that have been posed to me. Perhaps you will be arriving with something to offer those in need...........
SO, if you have an answer to questions raised, please e-mail us....

UPDATE! BECAUSE OF THE HUGE VOLUME OF REQUESTS I AM RECEIVING, I am no longer able to act as "go between" on all the posts here. So, from now on, I will be adding the e-mail address of those with questions; please feel free to contact them directly. I also get hundreds of requests and only add those I believe will raise interest and/or get a quick responds.. Thanks for understanding! Just copy me with your answer: jreb@cox.net

385) I have a hand-written Muster Roll from H Company, First Regiment of the Michigan Sharpshooters dated May 1864. It is on white (ivory now) paper, approx 30 wide by 21 high and is pretty good condition...99% legible with some tattering along the edges and where it had be folded and refolded. The names on the pay record and other data are clearly readable. Most of these soldiers were from the Detroit area and other cities in Michigan. Significant are about two dozen names killed or missing in action in the battle at Petersburg, Va on June 13, 1864. I inherited this document from my grandfather but since he had no connection with the civil war, I do not know how he came into possession of this obviously authentic record. I wish to donate this with the only provision that I be provided with a estimate of its value for tax deductible purposes. Please forward this to any organization that would have an interest. Thank you, Harvey Leva 1720 Maple Ave. #1050 Evanston, IL 60201 847-733-1940

384) Hi: I am trying to find out if you have any information about a Joseph Coad in the 3rd Maine Infantry. He was mustered in Aug. 10, 1863 and was transferred to the 17th Maine on June 4, 1864. He died at the Carver Hospital on June 15, 1864. Thanks, Cindy Beane

383) We are looking for the family of civil war soldier: Miner H. Crawford Fort Simmons May 6Th 1860 Company H 33rd NY Volunteer Infantry and Company A 9Th NY Artillery Do you have any information that could be helpful to us. We thought possibly you may know how to locate the family members of civil war soldiers. We have some of his letters. Yours truly, Judy & Robair

382) Dusting off an old research project, I tried punching in a Google search for Albert Thornton of the 83rd Ohio and saw your announcement about the theft of Albert Thornton's Commission from a collection of his equipment. I have not heard anything about this document but the news did catch my eye. Was the commission ever recovered?!?! I obtained a photograph of Albert Thornton from EBay awhile back and have been researching Albert and his family tree. Building material to go with the CDV and make a coffee table scrapbook out of it. I had some thought of trying to enhance the value of the CDV while also practicing my genealogy skills. If you still have the collection mentioned, would you be interested in a copy of my research? It would be a very nice addition to my scrapbook to maybe get some JPEGs of the items in your collection to enhance my work as well. Alan Downing

381) Dear "jreb" in Vermont: Greetings --I am Rick Lank, living along the Old National Road in Middletown Maryland. In my capacity as president of a non-profit involved in living history and education, I am gathering up stories and documentation about the specifics of troop movement in Middletown (outside of Frederick) during the Civil War. Obviously this town was in a pivotal position along the Old National Road (now Alt US 40) to see skirmishes during the Battle of South Mountain and Antietam, when the town became one big field hospital. We work in a residence known as the "Nancy Crouse House," which is the site where a 17-year old ardent Union supporter by that name stood up to Confederate cavalry (in September of 1862) who demanded at gunpoint that she take down her US flag, which the Rebels called "that damned Yankee rag." Some historians actually believe that Nancy was the true "Barbara Fritchie" as she had a pistol put to her head and had her flag torn from her body (which she had wrapped herself in). During an upcoming Heritage Days festival that Crouse incident will be re-enacted. But we are working to weave together a much more intricate story of whom was here and when. We are also trying recreate a picture of how the town actually looked at that time -- there are references to hotels and taverns now gone, for instance, that were here in 1862 -- generals, journalists, spies, and others would have congregated at such places -- perhaps soldier's journals and letters would help us paint a picture of this place as they experienced it. According to your website the 13th Vermont was here in Middletown from the 4th through the 8th of 1863, pursuing Lee's army after Gettysburg. (They were mustered out shortly after.) Can you help furnish us with any other details of that stay? Any official orders or any letters from troops stationed in Middletown back home to Vermont? Thanks for looking into this... we appreciate your assistance and guidance. With sincere thanks, THE FOREST GLEN COMMONWEALTH (a 501-c-3 org) Rick Lank, President 301-371-9852 fax 301-371-9854 Rick Lank is an organizer of "Grace Under Fire: Williamsport & the Retreat from Gettysburg" -- an event taking place this coming October 8th and 9th. Includes activities in Williamsport, at Saint James School and on Falling Waters Road (MD). 1-866-588-6503

380) Hi, I'm interested in finding out as much as possible about the activities of the 51st Pennsylvania Militia (from muster-in to muster-out!) that served from July to September 1863. Many thanks, Ruthanne

379) I am a grandson of Major General John B. Scott of the Kansas Home Guard. During the battle at Mine Creek he commanded the Iola Brigade at Mine Creek. I have read several history accounts of grandfathers war efforts during the Civil War and now when 150 year celebration is forthcoming I cannot find the stories. Please help. Bill Linde Chif Petty Officer United States Navy Retired.

378) Could you advise me where I could find information about my father's Regiment - the 9th from Massachusetts. He signed up when he was quite young and was accepted when he augmented his weight by filling his pockets with metal. He was born in 1888. He stayed in with his friends from the South End of Boston waiting for some action. He was a mounted bugler. He didn't re-enlist finally, only to see his group go off to war. He talked about some of them getting gassed; but I thought they saw action in the Spanish American War. Most of the history of the 9th seems to be of the Civil War. Thank you for any help you can give me. Mary Hadfield, NH

377) Hello - I'm looking for books which might reference the NJ 23rd Regiment, Company E , specifically reference to my great grandfather Benjamin Reeve Haines & his brother Aaron Wells Haines, both of Pemberton, Burlington Co, NJ. Benjamin's Declaration for Original Invalid Pension states, "...Benjamin R. Haines who was enrolled on the 26 day of August, 1862, in company E of the 23rd regiment of the NJ Volunteers commanded by _(blank)_ and was honorably discharged at Beverly ?? on the 27 day of June, 1863...in the service & in the line of duty at Salem Church in the state of Va C on or about the 3rd of May, 1863, he received a shell wound in the left hip, by explosion of a shell near him, while under fire from enemy, and he was carried to the rear by Aaron W. Haines (his brother - my note) and Frank Welsh, both Cm E, of which company he was then Act 2nd Lieut.; also on or about the 6 day of May 1863, at or near Fredericksburg in the state of Virginia, he contracted malarial fever, resulting in chronic diarrhea and bloody piles, from which he has suffered more or less ever since." I wondered whether the book, "History of Kearny's 1st NJ Brigade Voluteers from 1861 to 1865" by Camille Baquet might conain the names of Benjamin or Aaron Haines in the index, or whether you know of any other materials that might mention them. Thank you very much! Nancy Peregrine The "Lost Coast" of N CA

376) Hi, I stumbled upon your website and am looking for information on my grandfather, John Henry Lunceford, b. 1846 in Delaplane, Va and served with Mosby's Rangers while he, John Henry, was about 17 years old. It may seem strange that someone serving in the Civil War would have a grandchild still living (I think), but my father Wallace Bennett Lunceford was born in 1886, being the youngest of John Henry's 9 children; then I came along in 1949 when my father was 63 years old. His first wife had died in 1942 and he remarried in 1944 to a younger woman. Anyway, my grandfather is bured in the Westminster Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Delaplane, and it is engraved on his tombstone his participation in Company B of Mosby's Rangers. Just wondering if you have any information... Thanks, Patricia L. Renner Alexandria, VA

375) My name is Kenney Landers and im looking for information on ( CO B FLOURNAYS REGT TEXAS INFANTRY CSA.) I found the grave site of Joseph H Baker and it had this unit name on his grave stone . I was trying to look it up on internet and it took me to this site. If you have any info or know were I can find this info I sure would appreciate it. Thank you very much.

374) Ron, I am trying to help a friend with any information regarding a flag she has found in her great grandparents belongings. it appears to be an american flag : three rows of stripes, (red, white and blue) & 7 stars ( circular pattern) with 7.GA sewn into it. Is this something you have any knowledge about or is there somewhere or someone I can be reffered to? Thanks, Kenneth

373) Im Trying to find my great great grandfather who was in 4th Ky Infrantry Co. F he was a private. Unforunatly he was a blue belly but I still like to see his service records and how being from southern Ky. he came to fighting for the Yankees. He is buried at New Liberty in Cave ridge Ky. I know he was injured but some how there got to be more info please help me,and who was his commander. thanks alot As you can see by my E-Mail what side Im on. Ha Ha. JP Smith

372) My great grand father lived in Centreville, N.J. after the Civil War and before moving to New York City. Was there a Soldier's home in the vicinity? His name was Friedrick Haeberlin and he fought with the 30th New Battery, Light Artillelry. Oral family history said he was with a German speaking unit that were body guards for General Grant. I could not find any record of this but years ago when I was at Gettysburg with my mother she thought that service was with a New Jersey group. Is this at all possible? Thank you so much for any information you may have. Mary Westerback

371) I am looking for information on the Witt Hotel located in Gettysburg, PA. It was owned by a family member of mine whose last name of course is Witt. I was near one of the battle fields and was host to many towns people to watch the battle from its roof. The only other informatio I have is that its building is located near the observation tower. George Neat

370) I'm working on a historical research paper on the 10th Mississippi Infantry and was wondering if there was any information that you could point me in the direction of, especially in reference to the Ben Bullard Rifles. Auri-Christopher C. Jones

369) Hi. My name is Janet...I need some info on a skirmish that might have happened in Hillsboro (used to be Hillsborough) Kentucky on Oct. 8 1961. I can't find much on it. I don't know if it's valid or not and would like to know more. IT's listed in Dyers Compendium, and a random article I found, and noted on some sites...but I can't find much more than that. Thank you for your time. My email is Janet Crawford. Thanks so much!!!

368) I am interested in finding a picture of the 32nd Massachusetts volunteer regiment flag from the civil war. Thank you for any help you can give. Everett Stone Jr.

367) Somehow Lt.Stevens brought home a pair of brass CS cavalry spurs, and they have been given to me, by his grandson. I have his service record but would like to find out how he got the spurs. Anyone have any info regarding an engagement where Confederate Cavalry engaged the 6th Mass Vol Inf . during 1861, or possibly later when he served in Louisiana with the 50th Mass. Vol . Inf. I Would really appreciate help on this one, these spurs are very special. Jen Adams

366) Dear Sir: My ancestor, Thomas Wishart joined the military, Co. B, 26th Illinois Infantry at Freeport and served until his death at Gayoso Hospital, Memphis on November 21, 1863. His complete military record says he died of disease, but I've been unable to find a burial place for him. I've been told he was probably buried outside the Gayoso in Memphis until after the war, when he was probably moved to the National Cemetery in Memphis. If so, his name must have gotten lost because he doesn't seem to be listed among the known burials listed there. Is there any place I should check to try to find his final resting place? Great site, by the way. Thank you for any assistance you may be able to provide. Mary Campbell Ballard

365) Greetings, Am trying to contact Avery W. Willis III who is a fellow high school classmate of mine at Ingraham High School in Seattle, WA. His name/email is on your website under the : North Carolina 29th Infantry with his e-mail on the line just above the paragraph for: North Carolina 30th Infantry. I sent an email to Avery through this spot and it came back. He evidently isn't on .msn.com any longer. Could you please let me know how to contact him. I have been searching many information websites and do have an address for him in Thousand Oaks CA but not in Greensboro NC. Thank you for any help. Sincerely, Michal Botting - in high school my name was Micki Tracy. "Know Yourself Thru Growing" Michal Botting RisingMoon@Peakinet.net

364) What a wonderful website you have. Thank you for all the hard work and time you have put into it's development. However, I am looking for information on the Ohio 110th ( specifically Company D). My ggg Grandfather, John McNamee, was the oldest member of the entire Ohio 110th enlisting at the ripe age of 53. Of course, I would love to find a picture. Also I have looked through hundreds of Civil War web sites looking for more information on Taylor Hospital on Johnson's Island in Sandusky, OH. John McNamee, was moved to the Company D 6th Regiment of the Veteran Rerserve Corp, and served out his remaining time as a guard on the Island - his pension records are not real clear - A guard at the hospital or at a prison on the island? I am not sure. Well, I know I am rambling so any information you can help me with or a pointer in the right direction will be more than greatly appreciated. Julia McNamee-Stillwell Hampton, VA

363) Welcome All. Hope you're enjoying the site. Ron

362) I am looking for info on Yerger's Regt. Was it a part of Wood's 1st Mississippi Cavalry at one time? I find it hard to find anything on Yerger's Regt. Did it at any time fight with or near the 12th Kentucky Cav? I have a relative who claimed on his pension for that he was in the 12th. His pension was denied but I have found him in Yerger's group. Any help would be very much appreciated! Any place with info on Yerger would be wonderful!! June May

361) Not able to find out if there are any reenactments in my area. I have just returned from duty in Iraq as a Kiowa Warrior pilot with the 1-17th Cavalry in Ft. Bragg, NC. I have just PCSd to Ft. Campbell, KY. I Live in Clarksville TN. My son and I are interested in going to some big reenactments, for some Boy Scout training, much like i did when I was in the scouts. I would really appreciate some assistance with finding some places to go. Thanks to all. Perry

360) Sirs, I am curious as to the amount of information that is available about Coppens' "Zous"....... I DO know that they wore baggy RED trousers with black leather jambiers at the top of white leggin's. I am also curious to know if there is on display anywhere one of their fezzes. I had the privilege of belonging to Compagne D of this unit of reenactors and while they had the elan and contempt for officers other than their own down to a "T"....they could not seem to measure up to the standards that Coppens set for his men...strict obedience to orders, marching style perfect. Also.....Do you have any information regarding DeGornay's Battaillon des Zouaves who were awarded the four mountain howitzers they'd captured by Gen. Longstreet and became an artillery unit rather than an infantry unit? Au revoir mes amis, Je suis votre servant humble, Don Davis, "Sgt TwoBit", fmrly 1st Louisiana Zouaves, Co.D, CSA (dissolved) Eureka, Occupied Humboldt County Alta(Upper)Cal'a.

359) Dear Sirs, I have traced a relative to Company G, 1st Regimental Cavalry, 2nd Brigade, Texas State Troops as an ordanance Sgt, 2nd Class. They were assigned to patrol the beaches of Galveston. I know they were mounted from a diary. Did they see any action? What did their your uniforms look like? Who were the commanding officers? Thanks, in advance Brian Finch

358) Hello My name is Tom Jensen and I have a relative that fought with the 17th Wisconsin Regiment Infantry, Company F. He was drafted at Highland Wisconsin and went to Camp Randall in Madison, Wisconsin. The Wisconsin 17th infantry was assigned on 5-5-1864 to the Third Brigade, Third Division of the Seventeenth Army Corps of the Army of Tennessee, of Sherman's Army. I'm looking for a picture of Nelson Anderson (Nels) and one of Andrew Anderson of the same Regiment and Company. Would also like to know if there is a picture of the 17th Wisconsin Regiment Infantry, Company F and or any other information on these two solders. I have a copy of the records found in Iowa County WI VA office. Very interested Tom Jensen of Friendship, Wisconsin

357) I am a 30 year historical researcher and am working on a book of Confederate Partisan Rangers. I am trying to obtain any histories or information available on Florida Partisan Ranger units. If you can help, it would be greatly appreciated. Jim Gray

356) I have a plate from the 7th miss Artillery, it is about 2x3 in size with crossed cannon on it. It is dated 1863. I am trying to find out anything about this Artillery unit. I baught the plate in NY state. I was not sure how that it would have gotten this far north!! if you have any Information pleases let me know, I have a lot of questions and not answers. barry hoffman

355) Ron, I was visiting your site for the first time. I have a question if you have pictured or no where I can get a picture of my great-great grandfather's Regimental Colors also their National Colors. He was in the 2nd Excelsior 71ST Infantry Regiment of New York. He was mortally wounded at Gettysburg and later died there of his wounds. I visited his grave there. Also his son served in the 2nd NJ Infantry Regiment. He was there but in a lesser role as you know. I know I can find his colors in the state library. I'm a American History buff mostly Civil War and a historic flag collector. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Clay Bataille

354) I recenlty found a cival war era flask, whiskey flask, it is engraved: Col. Geo th Baylor 2nd Texas Calvary . **I can't guarantee it reads: Geo Th, it is in cursive and hard to make out. Do you have any info about this individual, as far as dates of service or anything at all ? This has started a new line of interest for me as a collector. Thank you for your time... Pam Lanza P.O. 307 Tiona, PA 16352

353) I am trying to locate my Great-Great Grandfather, John Wesley (Pvt John W.) Williams who served in the 1st MS Cav. Reserves. I haven't had any success finding his unit or their history so when I saw this website I decided to take a chance that you might be able to help me. I found this information in "For Dixie Land I'll Take My Stand!" by H. Grady Howell, Jr. I was told that he enlisted 16 Apr 1864 in Shubuta, Clarke County, MS, in Company H, First Cav Rserves , Campt Richard McGriff's Co, McNair's Battalion. Roll of POWs date 17 May 1865, lists Pvt J.W. Williams of the above military organization, a resident of Wayne County, MS. I am a member of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Mary Curtis Chapter 17th VA Regiment, Alexandria VA. Looking forward to hearing from you or anyone that might be able to advise me of how to get the information I need to document and learn more about my Confederate Ancestor. Thank you! Jan Pearson Coxey

352) I am seeking information on Dr.John L. Alston who was a surgeon in the 9th Texas Infantry.He enlisted May 5,1862. He apparently was captured during the battle of Perryville.At a Union Hospital he performed the only successful splenectomy, recorded during the Civil War, on Pvt.Walden of the 9th Tennessee.After that he was exchanged since he was a POW at the time of the surgery.I'm interested in Knowing:1.Texas County of enlistment,2. Descendants.3. Post War career.Thanks,
Robert J.Turner III, M.D.

351) hi-- My family found this letterit says:"Henry Fisher Blackwell (from Caton, Texas) was taken prisoner at the fall of Arkansas Post and sent to Camp Chase, Ohio. He was a Lieutenant, the officers in that battle were sent to Camp Chase and the privates to Camp Douglass, Chicago, Illinois. Uncle Creed Engledow was a private. ( neither lived to come home) I would like to know just where this battle was and if parts of it remain. Thank You Lema Blackwell Rees

350) My great-great-great-great uncle Was James R Collins (aka Eli). He had his leg shot to the Battle of Peachtree Creek. We were told that his leg bone is in the Smithsonian Institution War Museum in Washing, DC. Can you help me find out if this is true or how I migh be able to find out on my own. Thank you for any help that you might be able to give me. Marlene Williamson

349) Hello Would you know if there was any use of a ballot box at Civil War Camp Meigs Readville Mass.? friend Ken Hendricksen

348) I am tracing the movements of Co. E, 63rd Pa. Vol. Infantry at Gettysburg. They were part of Gen. Graham's brigade at the Peach Orchard. As the brigade "disintegrated" when Gen. Graham was wounded and captured, did the 63rd reorganize on July 2nd or 3rd, or did it's individual soldiers simply wander away and join with other units until it was reconstituted for the march south. In other words, did the 63rd fight again as a unit at Gettysburg? DB173skysoldier@aol.com

347) Hello, I hope that you can help me.I am trieing to get a photo of a Captain Joseph Norton from Orr's rifle comapny E as I am trieing to put a book together for my son for Christmas. He is a reenactor here in Nevada for this group.I also wanted to get your book for him.It is ALL he wants for Christmas. I would appreciate ANY help that you can give me in this matter.My mailing address is P.O Box 1844 Minden Nevada 89423. Can you autograph your book for him???His name is Robert. Thank you for your time in this matter.Marian Callison

346) Just wondering if you could help me with a small problem? I am a member of the 3rd Arkansas Infantry Regiment and was going to have my wife make a Uniform Jacket for me, But i am unable to find out from anyone here as to the color, Should it be the Light Grey or The Dark? if you have any info i could sure use it... Selby C Pace Jr 2nd Lt Commander 3Rd Arkansas Infantry Regiment El Dorado, Arkansas 71730

345) Ron, Just discovered and enjoyed your website. Saw the MTB in Raleigh in the mid-70's and have always been a fan. Toy passed way too early. CSA ramblings - In about three years, we have been fortunate to connect our ancestor with the 11th VA Infantry as a company cook the last 13 months of the war. Had some trouble because he was listed as JL Goff instead of the "Jeptha Lewis" we were looking for. Do you have any insight into how he "escaped" military service given the amount of activity that was going on Lynchburg at the time. He was 37 when he was conscripted. We are also curious as to when he may have actually reported for duty with his unit - are you aware whether or not conscripts were sent to Richmond to conscript camp, or would you guess he was sent directly to the 11th who were deployed to NC to liberate New Bern before being summoned by Lee to get back to VA just before the end? We have the 11th VA regimental history but would like to know when Jeptha may have hooked up with them. Rambling Two: You mentioned a Mosby connection. In my grandmother's personal effects we ran across an old(6-2-1916) newspaper clipping of a poem entitled "Mosby's Men." Don't know the family connection - her people were from the portion of VA that became WVA. If you would be interested, I would be happy to send along a copy. Good reading, "But fate can never take from fame the deeds of Mosby's men." Yours, Dave Goff.

344) Hi, Do you know what the battle flag looked like for the 3rd Cavalry - 41st NC State Troops? What insignia or honors were on it? Who now has it? Thanks. Sam Henderson

343) I'm Looking for information on a Camp Branch, Cass Co., MO. My 3rd Great Grand Father was there in 1858 as he and his wife, Mary Ann Devine-Hutson had a little girl as being reported being born there 13 Sept, 1858. Her name was Jamina Angelina Hutson. I'm trying to find proof of this. Plus I am trying to find Mary Ann Devine-Hutson parents. She was born _______, Washington Co. Kent. James Gideon Hutson my 3rd Great Grand Father was born 4Nov. 1836 in __________, Roane CO., Tenn. to William & Elizabeth Effa Ryan-Hutson. He was enlisted into Co. C, 27th, MO, INF on 17 May 1861 and was taken prisoner on 19 Sept. 1861 at the Battle of Lexington. Was parolled out on 26th Sept 1861. Then he enlisted and was in the Battles of Gettysburg, Battles of Lexington, Prairieneda, AK, Big Blue West Point, Pleasent Mine Creek, Little Rock, ARK. Would you see if you can find anything on him and anything about these battles so I can put them in his book? This if for my Family Tree. Thanks Very Much for your Appreciated Time. Romans12:12 "Be joyful in hope, patient in affiction, and faithful in prayer." MAY THE LORD KEEP YOU AND ALWAYS BE WITH YOU. GOD BLESS Sherri L. Hale

342) My paternal great grandfather, Joseph Dietrich, was a Civil War veteran. "He enlisted on the 28th day of December, 1859, and was assigned to regiment of the Artillery Detachment, U. S. Military Academy, West Point, New York (information from records with heading: War Department: Adjutant General's Office, Washington, DC 18 April 1884)." He re-enlisted 10 February 1864 in same organization and was discharged 10 Feb 1867 by expiration of service. From the state of Minnesota, Adjutant General's office, I received the following information: Private of Captain Charles Griffiths, Co. "D", at the 5th Regiment, U. S. Artillery. Enlisted 28 Dec 1859 to serve 5 years and was discharged 9 Feb 1864 in consequence of re-enlistment. Joseph Dietrich, a private of the U.S. Academy Detachment of Cavalry re-enlisted on 10 Feb 1864 to serve three years and was discharged in consequence of expiration of enlistments of time of service at West Point this 10th day of February 1867. Was engaged in the following battles: Tadd's Tavern, Grove Church, Laurel Hill, Bull Run, Spottsylvania Court House, Fort Anna (in front of Petersburg), Neldern Railroad, Hatcher's Run, Bourdan Plan Road, Quaker Road, Appomatox Court House. Can you point me to information on the unit(s) with which my great-grandfather served? He was a member of McKelvies Garrison Post, St. Cloud, MN and received a pension of $12.00 a month. Thank you. Diane Dietrich Brown

341) I am looking for information pertaining to Dr. Alexander Marcus Spencer, from Missouri, who worked in in several "Small Pox" Wards for the Confederate Army. He was last noted as being in General Bedford Forrest's personal Escort, as the last Confederate Army to surrender. This took place in Alabama. Is there any records for "Medical Personnel of the Confederacy", I don't think he was a surgical doctor, more a family practice type doctor. Thanking you in advance...Tom Hough

340) Looking for information on Company K, 3rd Tennessee (Liard's Mounted Infantry)- roster, unit history etc. Calvin Nicholson Palestine, Texas SCV Camp 1012 Teague, Texas

339) Ron where can I find the info on who built the Block House At Tilton Georgia? and the location of said Block House in reference to the railroad that existed at that time. I'm in possession of info of the water tank and the railroad bridge across the creek that the Bloch House was built to protect. I would like to know the location the block house using the water tank and the bridge as reference. Can you shed any light on the where-a-bout of said building? Thanks Bob

338) My great-great grandfather was William Henry Harrison Montgomery of Portsmouth, Ohio. During the Civil War, he served with an regiment that I believe was an Ohio unit. He and his brothers Homer and Ellis Montgomery were all raised in Portsmouth, survived the war, and returned to Portsmouth to live out their lives. William Henry Harrison Montgomery ( he went by "Harrison") died in Portsmouth around 1914. I am trying to find out what regiment he belonged to during the war, and also possibly find out what units his brothers belonged to. I have an original wartime photograph taken in 1863 (according to family records) of Harrison and Homer together in uniform. Judging by their uniforms and weapons, they were probably infantry soldiers. Both are wearing the wide brimmed campaign hat with one side of the brim turned up and both are holding the Springfield rifled musket. Any help you could provide me in determining the regiments and service dates of these men would be greatly appreciated. I am: Scott W. Vincent 15814 Echo Canyon Houston, TX 77084

337) Pvt/Sargent Robert J. Beard Arkansas Co. I 3 Arkansas Infantry enrolled in Quachita Co., Ark. lived in Franklin Co. Arkansas. Had two sons T.J. or Thomas Jefferson, and Robert Beard., 2nd or 3rd wife Malinda/Mahulda Lynch Beard. Any information would be appreciated. Nina J. Strahm

336) I don't know if you can help me but here goes. I have a old advertising brochure from " The Pioneer Press" in Little Rock Arkansas. They were trying to sell copies of civil was painting ( drawings) in book form. The one I have has the battle of Bull Run, on the back side and was framed some time in around 1929 to 1933. I'm looking of someone that may have some history about this company and hopefully about the brochure. Maybe a solid date when theses brochure were in use. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks David R. Royer Chelsea Michigan

335) my 4th great grandfather fought for oklahoma as a rebel, 2nd Lt. James Richmond Cole, in 2nd k co. 1st regiment choctaw and chickasaw mounted rifles...but cant find any documents of oklahoma regiments?...do u have any?..can u send proof?...would be appreciated . Blue Balls

334) I am looking for the closest SCV Camp to Clinton NC. I hope you can help me. Patricia Steedly

333) Ron, I received your book in the mail today, thanks so very much for the inscription and the information on the Grizzards of Northampton Co. NC. As it turns out William J. Grizzard is my great, great grandfather. Although I have a question, You and the 4th cavalry book I purchased list him as a private. I knew of a 18"x12" oval photo of him and am in the process of having it copied. Nothing is apparent on his sleeves. My aunt has an old "tin" or metal photo which appears to be the same showing three stripes (V like) on his sleeves...is it possible he could have advanced to a sergeant? Just wondering. Once again thanks, for the info. and anything else you care to offer in response to my dilemma. Russ Darper

332) Howdy I'm trying to find out if the Norfolk had any mountain howitzers and if they did where were they used? Richard Marty

331) Tuesday, September 16, 2003. I'm would to locate a fellow reenactor. His name is Jamie and we met at the Manassas 2002 event (he borrowed our wagon to leave early) He said he worked with the Hunley team and if we ever get down there we should look him up. We'll be there for the burial in April. Please email mike at: minntool@aol.com

330) I would like to find out if my ancestor H. I. M. Kennon, sometimes given as Henry Isham Kennon was a chaplain. One source says that he served for a time in the early part of the civil war with the 15th Alabama, but the rosters that I have located do not show him or any chaplain. Can you suggest a way to find out about this? E. Cogdell

329) Dear Sir, I have struggled for a long time trying to locate information on my great-great-grandfather who fought at Fort Sumter under Major Anderson. All I have to go on is a photo copy of a portion from a newspaper account that my grandmother had. It reads: MAN WHO FIRES FIRST SHOT IN WAR IS DYING (photo inserted) George W. Simmons, former West Hoboken resident, fired shot from Ft. Sumter. The article goes on to say "he is dying from wounds received at Fort Sumter. His doctor has abandoned all hope for his recovery", etc. "When the Civil War broke out he was stationed at Fort Sumter under Major Robert Anderson (or a similar last name) as chief gunner and bears the distinction of being the (illegible) fired the first shot on the Union side during that war. He always felt... (Grandma didn't save the rest). He was 78 when the article was written and was about 23 when he joined the army (he was born November 22, 1837 in Troy, New York). We have a photo of him in his uniform and my brother has the rifle he used. It has Eli Whitney stamped on it. ???? This is just about all I have to go on. If you could suggest ways I could locate information on him I would be so grateful. I live in Charleston, S.C. but the people at Fort Sumter and Moultrie are unable to give me even the names of the units that were stationed under any major there. I do know Major Anderson left Fort Sumter on the steamship Baltic for New York on April 14, 1861 but alas, I am unable to find a manifest of passengers. Thank you for taking the time to read this and please consider lending some advise. Lori

328) Good evening. I am looking for information on the 17th Texas Cavalry who served under George Fleming Moore. My g-g-grandfather served in this Brigade, and I would like to find out more about him. His name was Henry George Wilfong, originally from Catawba County, NC. Any help would be appreciated. You may send any info to, Rebecca Wood

327) I'm looking for a for a relative of my wife who we believe mustered into the 25th. Do you have any suggestions on how we can find the original muster list list for that regiment. Thanks, Dennis L. Owens

326) Dear Ron, We are trying to determine who are the unknown CSA solders who are buried in our family cemetery in Marion, AL. They were not left in Howard College Hospital, but left with relatives to care until their death. The family feels they were wounded in the Battle of Selma. We know that Forrest went to Marion to regroup before heading north- we do know that Chalmers' Brigade and Roddy's Brigade were crossing the Cahaba River at two different points and one group was engaged in a battle at Fikes Ferry. I am trying to locate a list of the members of these brigades and who surrendered at Selma, then who was left to surrender at Pond Spring. The cemetery is north of Marion - but probably had no official name- It is now known as the Mt Nebo/Rinehart Cemetery. Any information or directions would be helpful. With regards, Janice Nichols Heacock Descendent of members of Alabama 4th and 40th Infantry

325) I am looking to find some reenactments in the St. Louis area in the next few months.In the surrounding counties and even in Illinois would be fine. Is there a site that might list these? O r do you know ? Maybe a publication? Thanks so much. Ann Carrol

324) Hi, I am interested in any info on the Texas 5th (Cavalry) Mounted Volunteers. especially for the year 1861 and from where they mustered,etc.,and especially Co "B" Any help is greatly appreciated. Ruth Corsaw

323) Hi! Can you please tell me who the Union army soldier from Henderson county N.C. who produced rifles used by the Confederate army during the Civil war. Thank You - Don Rice

322) In 1863 there were a number of Henry Rifles which were issued to 8 company's of the Maine Calvary. These companys were assigned to the 1st District of Columbia Calvary and eventually were ordered south to fight in battles from Richmond to the Stanton River Bridge. I own a Henry rifle that was issued to a soldier in the Maine Calvary or the 1st District of Columbia Calvary. The serial # is 3275. I am looking for information that would lead me to the soldier that was issued this rifle! Thanks, Pat

321) I was wondering if you might have any information on Brigadier General John S. Williams' family. Any information would be appreciated. Thank You, PaulaBaileyBoy@aol.com

320) any help or information that may be had on the randolph hornets from Randolph county north carolina would be appreciated. thanks sendittomill@msn.com

319) Hello ~ I am the descendant of Lt Edward Pointer who served as a Sgt and Lt for Co H that was recruited from Onondaga. Edward Pointer arrived from England in 1859 and in 1860 was living with James and Mary Smith also from England next to the Gallups from England, in Marcellus NY Onondaga County. He served in the Civil War and is found in the 1900 census at Bath NY (Steuben Co), where he is buried as a soldier in Bath National Cemetery. He was married to ? and had children (3 or more), one of whom was Anna Elizabeth Pointer White 1858-1939 (wife of Charles Wm White 1847-1923 born Ludlowville NY to James and Mary Scott White; Charles had brothers, Michael and twin bros, Franklin/Francis. At any rate Charles Wm White and Anna Elizabeth Pointer had 3 children: Andrew; Raymond; and Anna Louise White 1899-1976 who married William Hymes Teeter 1883-1965 and they had 17 children, of whom one was my father. I have a website at: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~teeterkinmy/index.html Within the Teeter family tree, there is info and a tree for the White and Pointer families. I would like to have more info on Edward Pointer. Is there a way that I can get more on Edward perhaps by way of his military record. Would there be a death certificate for the year 1906 at Steuben Co NY... Any advice is most welcome. Thank you. Laurie S Dunham (Pointer descendant)

318) Dear Friend, I am trying to find records for a Marsden J. Vellines 2 sgt, Co. E, 9 Reg't Virginia Infantry. He was wounded on July 3, 1863 at the battle of Gettysburg. However I cannot find him listed anywhere on the net. I have a pay stub that shows him listed in the infantry, however I do not know if this was a cavalry unit or the regular infantry. Any help to find some records would be appreciated. Sincerely, Diane Agee

317) Hi my name is Sylvia Augustine-Lutz and I am trying to trace my husbands genealogy. I am having trouble with finding anything out about his Geat Grandfather "William R Lovell". He was in the ninth Minnesota B Co Infantry, He joined in 1862 and was captured at Guntown in 1864. He survived that and Died in Sherburne MN in 1945. In the one and only piece of info I got on him was the fact that he was a Prisoner at Andersonville and they spelt His last name as "Lovelle" and not "Lovell" I was wondering if you have any other information on him as to where he got Discharged and when. Or anything else that would help me in my searches for him. I cannot even get him on any censuses. I think maybe I am not very good at finding things on the P.C. Thank you for taking the time out to read my e-mail even if you cannot help me yours sincerly Sylvia Augustine-Lutz

316) Hi, I've been working on my family history. I've been told I had a great, great Uncle that died in Libby Prison during the Civil War. Is there any way to find out about the prisoners? Like their full names or if there's a certain place they might have been buried? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Cathie Chambers

315) Thanks a bunch ! You should be proud of your service to those of us who search. Barnett Williams Nashville, TN ps-- Can you lead me somewhere to get something on the Alabama 46th Infantry? GG Grandaddy (E.M. Williams) was there. pss-- Have you ever heard of the 7th Georgia (Merrell) ? another G-G Grandad (TJ Dawesey) was there(for 2 yrs) then he switched sides to the Blue which brings me to : psss-- I can't find anything on Thomas Jefferson Dawsey (7th Ga > Union) in the US Army who's records, I thought, would be better ?!?? Just know he did it mid war in Chattanooga and was discharged in New Orleans. Mary Lynn Williams

314) I am trying to locate a muster roll for the Original Unit of the Ashville Guards-formed in Ashville Alabama, I think then was assigned to the 10th "Alabama Infantry-Company A". I am trying to locate my GGrandfather, I have checked at the Library in Ashville, but there was only a Folder Cover with nothing in it. Is it possible there is a place on the Computer that I could find the Muster Roll for "Ashville Guards" ( Alabama-Civil War)? Thanks, Patricia Balluh.

313) I am looking for photos and information on the 4th Ohio volunteer infantry regiment. Specificly there national colors and there regimental flag. I can't find a good photo anywhere. We are civil war reenactors and are looking to have them replicated and are in need of good pictures. And also good sources of unit history for this regiment. Shawn Farkas 937-987-0468 Thank you for your time

312) In a book entitled Life in Rebel Prisons by Henry M. Cline published by Logan County Historical Society, Ohio there is a reference to Ohio Militia called the Squirrel Hunters, organized in the fall of 1862 to protect the city of Cincinnati, Ohio ordered by Gov. David Tod. The group numbered 16,000 and they supplied their own weapons and had no uniforms or drill. They never were in a battle and was officially thanked and discharged. This is the first reference we've come across to this unit. Do you have any information about this group? Length of service known to be months, years? Was there a unit name, insignia, colors or name of organizational leader? Would there be a roster? Appreciate anything you can forward to me regarding the Squirrel Hunters. Thanks, Karen

311) Hi Ron, Whilst my question does not relate directly to the Civil War it does have loose connections. I live in Liverpool England and am carrying out family history research. My research via the UK 1901 cenus shows that my maternal grandfather, William Heaps, is listed as being a private in the 57th Irish Porters Railway based in Orford near Warrington, which is roughly 20 miles from Liverpool.Further resarch showed that this regiment is a National Guard unit from New York state which fought during the Civil War. I would be greatful if you could shed any light as to why a UK citizen should be enlisted in an American regiment and why that regiment should be based in the UK during this period? Is then regiment still in existence? Many thanks in anticipation of your trouble. Kind regards Frank Frank Forrester BA

310) My grand father was Ebenezer Gibson Barrineau b.1838 d 1907, looking for burial site. He was Pvt.Co.E.10th Regiment Battery Island 9-5-1861. He was then in Co.E of Tenth Regiment of S.C. Muster July 19 1861 at Whites Bridge. He was then placed in Co.C of the 25th Regiment of Captain Thomas J China in 1863. He was captured at Towne Creek, N.C. during Feb.1865. He was then sent to Point Lookout, Maryland Prison. He was released in June after taking the oath. This was furnished me from the National Archives in Washington. His obituary was headed New Zion, S.C., dated March.25, 1907.
Ii have been looking for his burial site for the past 30 years. Thank You, His grandson- Harry Barrineau 1814 Chesnutt Avenue, Tifton, GA 31794

309) I have read that A P Hills's daughter (Russie) died in Ashland, Va but I cannot find out where she is buried. I live in the area and wonder if she is buried there or maybe in Culpepper where Hill is from. Thanks, RoseMary

308) I am trying to find out where two of my 3rd great grandfather's are buried at. I don't think anyone else knows, or they don't want to help me. I don't know what else to do. Sherwood (Sherod) B. (prob. Bradley) Tew, enlisted as a private 11 March 1862 at the age of 47. Enlisted in Company G, 51st Infantry Regiment North Carolina on 1 April 1862. Died of disease on 28 April 1862. The second is John Brown, (Duplin County) enlisted Company E, 30th Regiment, NC Troops. He was wounded in the face at or near Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia on 12 May 1864. He was hospitalized in Richmond, Va. Where he died 24 May 1864. He was 41 years old. If you can't help me that's cool, but please let me know anything you possibly can about their Regiments or where I can find out more. Rev. Joseph E. Tew

307) My name is William Dantzler Pace, my realatives during the civil war severed with the Autuga Rifles Co, 6th Alabama regiment. Their last names were Dantzler& Whetstone, if anyone knows anything about this regiment or these Confederate veterans. Please contact me. Thank you William Dantzler Pace.

306) To whom it may concern: I have been researching my family history and have come across the story regarding the Shelton Laurel massacre in NC in 1863. I am the gr gr gr granddaughter of Martin Shelton who settled in that valley. I am seeking information on the men killed in this massacre. I have four names, but have read that there were thirteen killed there. I am looking for my gr gr grandfather who I believe may have been one of those men. If anyone has information regarding this incident I would greatly appreciate knowing it. Please email me: Sharon Vining or at Sharon

305) Dear Ron., Thanks again for your help but the dates do not equate. My GG Grandfather Benjamin H. Lanier was born in Duplin County, NC in 1839 and he had a son my G Grandfather Owen Q. Lanier born in 1847. He had a son Robert Hayes Lanier born in Duplin County NC in 1879 my Grandfather. As I spoke to you on the phone I appreciate your help and if you could give more advice on how to find Benjamin H. my sincere appreciation to you. Incidentally I lived in Richmond, VA for 20 years and moved to Lenior, NC in 1980. Thanks, Larry Former Captain Lawrence E. Lanier 12th.SF US Army Vietnam <--Folks, email Larry now if you can help him!

304) Can you tell me where to begin looking for information about the Choctaw and Chickasaw Mounted Rifles Unit from Oklahoma. Can you give me any information regarding this unit? You can e-mail me at milynda2@hotmail.com Thank you. my gg grandfather was in this unit. patrick moore or moore_patrick@hotmail.com

303) Looking for any info on my great grandfather's Civil War Experience, Sgt. James Marion Rooker, Co. G. 46th Mississippi Infantry. From Smith Co., Miss. Defended Vicksburg, participate in 100 days war leading to fall of Atlanta, Battle of Franklin, Battle of Nashville, Captured at Nashville, imprisoned Camp Douglas, IL. Clyde Rooker

302) I am trying to fine someone who can tell me something about a hospital at Orange Court House, Orange County, VA. My great-grandfather's brother died there and I would like to know where he is buried. His name was Patrick Faircloth from Sampson Co. NC. Company C, 54TH Infantry Regiment, NC. Died in September 1863. I wrote to Washington but only got papers to get his war records, which I already have. But didn't tell where his body is. Faye hepcat1948@aol.com

301) Greetings! I am great grandson of Jacob Freed 11th wva. Co. C Although I have information on him and the regiment I would like to know two things on my research I can not find pictures of regimental flags or of the moument. If they are any were to be found your help would be greatly appeciated. Respectfuly yours Gene Raybuck proud descendent and civil reenactor. EUGENE G. RAYBUCK

300) Hi. Can you help me find a picture of my Great-Great-Great Grandfather, John Stewart Cromwell? Thanks!! Shelia (Cromwell) Lyon John Stewart Cromwell was born March 31, 1827. He was the son of Isaac Cromwell and Margaret Lucinda Wiley. He was married to Elizabeth Jane Jones on December 21, 1848 in Lafayette County, Mississippi. John Stewart Cromwell was enlisted into the Confederate States Army by Col. Burnett on March 15, 1862 in Grenada, Mississippi as Private for Company A, 29th Regiment Mississippi Infantry. He was transferred on June 29, 1862 to Company C, 1st Battalion Mississippi Sharp Shooters, CSA, in Tupelo, Mississippi which subsequently became Company C, 9th Battalion Mississippi Sharp Shooters. He left sick at Glasgow, Kentucky on September 12, 1862. In November and December of 1862, he was absent in a Parole Camp. He joined his company again in January of 1863 and served until April 16, 1864 when he was granted a 30-day Furlough. He rejoined his company and was killed in the Battle of Pickett's Mill near New Hope Church, Georgia on May 27, 1864. Shelia Lyon

299) I am trying to put together a character for reinactments, were there any units from territorial Oklahoma or Nebraska that were involved in the war in the south--Vicksburg East?? Vernetha Garriott

298) PICTURE OF CO. A 5TH RI HEAVY ARTILLERY/CPRL. CHARLES A. SLOCUM I JUST WANTED TO PUT IN A SHORT NOTE TO SEE IF ANYONE HAD A PICTURE THAT COULD BE NICELY COPIED OF THE CO. A 5TH RI HEAVY ATILLERY? MY GREAT GREAT GRANDFATHER WAS CPRL. CHARLES A. SLOCUM WHO WAS CAPTURED AT THE FORT IN CROATAN, N.C. IN MAY OF 1864. NO ONE IN OUR FAMILY HAS A PICTURE OF HIM OR THE CO. A 5TH RI HEAVY ARTILLERY. HE DIED AT ANDERSONVILLE...NEED HELP PLEASE!!! ANYONE WITH KNOWLEDGE OF CHARLES A. SLOCUM OR POSSIBLY FRIENDS OF HIS IN THE UNIT OR FRIENDS WHO GOT SENT TO ANDERSONVILLE WITH HIM PLEASE CONTACT ME AS SOON AS POSSIBLE....THANKS A MILLION..I AM A 25 YEAR NAVY VETERAN AND WOULD LOVE THE INFO FOR THE FAMILY..... CONTACT ME: RANDY BRADWAY AT PO BOX 93472 LAKELAND, FLORIDA 33804

297) My GGgrandfather and his brother were both in the 60th Infantry Regiment of Virginia. I would like to know why no one has the company listed. Did it change to another company or merge with another company? Any information would be greatly appreciated about this company. Take care Leslie Banister

296) Have been trying to find information on the 29th Regiment without success. In particular, am interested to know when/how/where unit was formed. My great great grand father, Henry Jasper Burchett, was a member of the regiment at one time, before joining the 1st Tennessee Cavalry. Any information that you may be able to provide would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. --- Mike

295) I am a decendant of Orrin G Colby ( My grear-great uncle) from Hill NH. His niece, Pauline, is my grandmother. He was born in Nov of 1845 and enlisted with the 12th in Sept of '62. Dr. Childs was the man who bore him and also the one who mustered him in at the tender age of 16 1/2. I have a reunion photograph of Co. D 12th New Hampshire taken around 1888 in which he appears. He also looks just like my dad did at the same age, which is how I was drawn to the picture in a "junk" store in Plymoth, NH in 1998. So far I have identified 22 of the men ( out of 39 ). Best dollar I ever spent. I also own Richard Musgrove's "Casey's" signed when he became a Capt in the USV. I understand that his granddaughter has written a book called "MUSTERED" from the letters and diaries of the 12th. Since I no longer live in Bristol, NH I have been unable to locate a copy of this anywhere. Can you help me? Any leads that you can supply me would be appreciated. Tim Rounds 2814 Waterlick Road Lynchburg, VA 24502 434 238-0945 Any help you can give me would be appreciated. I have originals of the 1st; 8th; 16-17th-18th NHV if you need something researched. Thanks for your time. YOS Tim Rounds

294) Last year when we moved in this house we cleaned out the shed and shoved in an obscure place when found an old photo of a military unit. It is a very large unit. This is what it says on the photo as best as I can make it out. 11th or maybe 117 infantry USA Camp Sevin(?) S.C. 2-9-1918 Col. Birhly (?) Commanding on the other side it says Pedin. then has an e with a circle around it Photo Greenville, SC Now call me silly if you would like but I really want to know about this photo I would love to find out some of the men's names and see if I could find their families. If this were my ancestors it would be priceless to me. As it is we cleaned it up best we could and it is hanging in our living room. My husband and I felt these men served our country and the photo should not be shoved in an obscure place. It has some water damage and we are afraid to take it out of the frame. I have looked for this camp but haven't been able to find it. Got any suggestions? I know it is a long shot to find someone who would treasure this photo but stranger things have happened! I would appreciate any help. Sherry

293) Would like more information on the 26 NC infantry. Am searching for a list of names and hometowns of each person. I can be reached at T. Benfield Thank you for any information.

292) Dear Ron, I am interested in finding a well documented listing of the CSA medical personnel. I am specifically interested in finding any Cherokee Indians, probably within their own units which were probably from Alabamba, Mississippi,Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Tennesee. If you know of such material please let me know. If you should be in possession of such a document please let me know if their are any Henry's listed. Thank you, Meryl DeGeer

291) Can you tell me how and where to get information on William Henry Harrison, my gg grandfather, who fought in the Civil War? I have been told that he fought under Marmaduke in the battles of Wilson Creek and Pea Ridge Arkansas. I know he was married at the time of his enlistment and probably had some children. I think he might have enlisted somewhere around Cove Creek, Arkansas as some of the family lived in that area. I believe his wife's name may have been either Lucinda or Nancy. Maiden name Copeland, Coplan or some similar name. He was probably in his thirties when he enlisted. If you can be of any help as to how I can find information on him it will be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Alta

290) I have been trying to trace the Civil War trail of DAVID LAWSON RENTFRO (also spelled Renfro and Rentfrow) of the 10th Arkansas...Shiloh & Siege of Port Hudson. His mil. info. has l intriguing bit of information...his name a list of Union prisoners taken to New Orleans May 29, 1863. Port Hudson did not surrender till July 8/9. Two theories...he deserted or he was taken prisoner in the battle on May 27. As the fight was particularly busy in area assigned to the 10th Arkansas he might have been taken prisoner especially if on picket duty. Specifically I am looking for a way to identify the names of the transports used to take confederate prisoners to new orleans and how to locate information on them and the methods of transportation from NO to the stage on the exchange route. What was the process......held at military prisons along the way?What happened to them after they returned home? How long did it take? What were conditions under which they were held? He was only confederate brother of William Lindsey(my ggg grandfather), Calvin, Marion,John and Stephen Renfro. Have some information on battles in which the 3rd and 6th Tennessee Infantry fought...found in pension files of various members of this company (Union). Nancy

289) In our family, there is a diary written by a prisoner at Andersonville. There are a few other prisoners identified by numbers. Is there a searchable database where we can locate the names of those prisoners? Mary Eleanor Harris

288) Hi, I am looking for Jordan Dykes. I don't know if Edward's Regiment, Rouark's Company was a part of the Louisiana Confederate Army or the Mississippi side. I was wondering if you knew. I have searched the net and libraries and can't find anything. Thanks for any information you might have. Paul Ingram

287) Have you ever heard of Giddens' Co. NC Detailed and pational Men Unit. I can't find anything on them. I think they were either Sampson Co. Johnston Co. Wayne Co. or Duplin Co. somewhere around there. I can't find a thing on them. Thank you for your help. Donna Sherron

286) Can you tell me what type of trousers the Tigers wore when first formed? The mattress ticking apparently came along later. Thank you...Matt Janowsky

285) Hello, I am an amateur writer with a sincere interest in the Civil War. Currenly, I would like to write a relatively short narrative on the battle surrounding Fort Wagner, South Carolina. It is my intent to focus primarily on the 54th Massachusetts' involvement in the engagement. I was wondering what I might do to find historically correct information. I know a lot of websites post contradictory information. I've found sites saying that a particular strip of land was 25 yards across, and other sites saying it was 200 yards! (I would say that's a big discrepancy!) If you have any suggestions, I would be most appreciative! Thanks! Sincerely, Kate Kirschenheiter

284) Ronald, thanks again for the info on Capt. Thomas Hughes. You mentioned you would try to find where he is buried. Any luck? If not, thanks anyway, I realize what a huge task it is to find these guys. I have enough to write my column as is and maybe someone will come forward who knows more. Tucson is full of history buffs. If I find out anymore I will let you know. Thanks again for your help. Bonnie Henry

283) I am writing a small piece on the Morgan horse and came out with the fact that the First Vermont Cavalry were mounted exclusively on Morgans and that only 200 of the unit's 1,200 horses survived the Civil War. Any way to back that up? What were the casualties (KIA, MIA, Wounded) of the men of the First? Any help is much appreciated. Peter Miller

282) I am hoping you can help. I currently reside in Canton, MA in a building that is reportedly the former Canton City Hospital during the Civil War. Do you have any recommendations on how I can find out if it was? Thank you Susan Burke

281) I am trying to locate any relative to Capt. A. F. Burns, 3rd Mo. Cav. who was a prisoner at Johnson's Island. I have a CSA $20 bill with his autograph that was apparently given to one of my CSA Relatives also Prisoner at Johnson's Island. He was from the Kentucky Brigade. Thanks Paul

280) Ron, my husband and I are interested in the civil war, but mostly interested in the movement tnat took place in our area. We have several gr.gr. grandfathers that were involved. Do you have any information in your book about the camp sites, skirmishes/battles that took place in Ozark,Howell, Douglas,Texas and Christian Counties of Missouri? We have purchased several books on the civil war and are surprised to find very little about this area. Would you know the location of Flag Pond, MO.in southern Howell County? Thanks for your time and information. Linda Wheat

279) Hello, I'm doing research for a book. Do you know about this: It looks to me like many of the Unionists from the NC mountains who fought with the Yankees were in the 2nd NC Regiment of the Mounted Volunteer Cavalry. Is this true, and why? Another question, In what Northern regiment would a Madison County Unionist be most likely to end up? I guess he'd be in one that was relatively close by, say in Tennessee, VA, or Kentucky. Was there a general trend as to where they would go to hook up? Thanks, Tom McKinley Ball

278) Wednesday, April 24, 2002. I am the great grandaughter of Orrin Blake Webber who was one of the 27th Maine Volunteer group and I donated his Medal of Honor to the Medal of Honor Society in Charleston SC last month. They were delighted to receive it as the medal is the oldest one that they have. My grandfather received it in 1863. What I am trying to find out is the fact we have a picture of him wearing another medal which is very similar but not the Medal of Honor and I would like to find out what the medal is as we only have the picture of this medal and I have no idea what happened to it. Do you have any idea where I might find out this information and if so I would appreciate it if you would E mail me at webbie1st@aol.com

277) I would like to correspond with a descendant of a Confederate soldier. I am from Pennsylvania (please don't hold that against me!) and I have been a Civil War enthusiast since I was in Junior High. I hope to travel to all the Southern Battlefield sites someday, especially in Virginia, and I would love to be able to talk with native Southerners who may have an ancestor who fought for the Confederacy. Can you help me? Please contact Janet M. Russell now!

276) I am currently trying to research a Georgia Confederate artillery battery in preparation for writing a unit history. The unit in question is the Cherokee Light Artillery, also known as Capt. Max Van Den Corput's Battery, Georgia Light Artillery, and Capt. John Yeiser's Battery. They were from Rome, Georgia. In particular, I'm trying to find a lead on diaries from men in the unit, in order to gain detail on the "human dimension" unavailable from official information. I'm having a really hard time on this one. Any ideas on sources? Your suggestions are most appreciated. Sincerely, Garry Fisher (email now)

275) I know that in the State Capital building in Iowa there are the flags of units that served in the Civil war from Iowa they were hanging on wall polls there in the 1960s I saw them my self. I was wondering if someone could find the flag that my great Grandfather mustered in with (Company E.Thirtyfourth Iowa Infantry and then transferred to Company D Thirtyfourth Consolidated Battalion and transferred again to theThirtyeight Consolidated Battalion If there is one? I sure would be proud to have a picture of that flag. Would some kind soul get me a picture of my Great grandfathers units that he served under?One or all three of these flags would be great if only I could see what they look like. Sure hope someone will answer me on this request for I value his service in that tragic war. Please respond to Ken McFerrin and thank you for your efforts.

274) I`m looking for information about the 25th Virginia Cavalry. Specifically, Co. B, 27th Battalion Virginia Mounted Rifles. I believe this company was also known by several other names: Captain S.P. Larmer`s Co., Trigg`s Battalion Partisan Rangers, and Company B, 25th Regiment Virginia Cavalry. What types of information are available? Any information or insight would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Steve Oglesby

273) I am researching the role of photographers and journalists' influence of northern and southern views of the Civil War. I have gathered information on Mathew Brady, but need primary resources from journalist. Any ideas or tips? Thanks, Spence

272) Sunday, March 24, 2002 Am trying to locate in Ohio where my great-grandfather(Thomas Benton Yager/Yeager) was born and raised. I know he enlisted in the army at Wapakonetta, Ohio at age 21 in Sept. of 1861. He took training at Camp Dennison and his unit was the 54th OVI. He was in the Battle of Shiloh and the Battle of Corinth. I have found out that the 54th was made up of men from nine Ohio counties. They are Allen, Auglaize, Butler, Cuyahoga, Fayette, Greene, Hamilton, Logan, and Preble. Would there be records of the citizens from these counties that enlisted in the military? Also, would names of parents be listed from these counties? I have no idea who his parents were or where they were from. I do know, also, that he deserted in November of 1862. I am told by relatives that his parents were upset with him for doing this. I think he covered his tracks very well. He married a girl from north Mississippi and far as I know he never went back home. I was raised in west Tennessee and have relatives all over west Tennessee and north Mississippi. I now live near Athens, Georgia. Thank you for your time and hope to hear from you soon. George Yager

271) Wednesday, March 27, 2002 My g-grandfather, B.A. (Bejamin Azariah Aldridge) was definately in a cavalry unit out of Miss. (10th Calvary, Co. H???), I have documents showing that he was captured while with Ham's Reg. held in a place called Ft. Wayne, released, and apparently rejoined with Baxter's brigade. There is also a news clipping, showing and mentioning him attending a reunion in Miss, circa 1909 of CSA vets. My problem is I just can't locate anything on either of these units. I have plenty of proof that he was there, even a lawsuit he filed on his father's (Nathanial Madison Aldridge) behalf, for reperations for his property (denied of course) in Miss. Can't think of the county now something. Ha! Anyway, if you ever come up with anything, I'd sure appreciate a heads up. DON ALDRIDGE

270) Thursday, March 28, 2002 I cannot find any information on the 1st Ky Mtd. Inf. I think they were Confederate troops, but I'm not positive. Do you have any information? czar22@sigecom.net

269) How do I find the roster for the 36th infantry...Hillsboro Rebels? Carolyn Stastny

268) Greetings! I have a memoir written by an ancestor of mine which chronicles his experience in the civil war. It is approximately 50 pages. I would like to see it published as it is a great record of the War, and a wonderful "bird's eye view". Jeremiah's most moving experience was when he received word that President Lincoln had been assassinated. Jerry was also wounded. I would be appreciate it if anyone would give me some feedback on this subject. I think that it is an important piece of history, and I think it should be shared. Write me at DOVETAIL9@aol.com

267) My ggrandfather from Texas fought with C0.A Sheco's Chickasaw Volunteers, formed in 1864. I would like any sources to lead me to the battles, or areas they fought. I checked the roster of this Battalion and C.M. Faulkner was on it. Thank you Sue Todd

266) Hello, Today I found the graves of 3 civil war soldiers in a cow pasture, 1 of the stones was broken and laying on the ground. There was Thomas Burch 47th KY INF Co., C, Sgt. F.L.Goins 2nd TN INF. Co. E , and Benjamin Parker 8th KY INF. Co. A. I have taken photos of these graves, if there is someone on your list who wants a copy, they can email me at William Smith

265) Two Pennsylvanians won the Congressional Medal of Honor during a battle in Virginia at a place called Paine's Crossroads. Do you know where this is and what the dates where of this engagement. Thanks Jim or Jim Lingg

264) Wednesday, January 02, 2002 My name is William Layhue and I,im looking for info on my grt grt grt grandfathers regiment im a reanactor in louisiana who has been trying to keep history in the lives of true confederates im in need of all info on the above regiment to start up the group that my ancestor for so many years fought for. need flag info and uniform details that the soldiers wore and carried . if u can help in any way it would be the upmost importance to myself and my collegues to keep this great unit alive once more . please respond, as will be waiting ......your obediant servant Cpt. William Layhue

263) Sunday, December 02, 2001 Hello, I am trying to solve a mystery concerning my g g grandfather. On Jan 13, 1865, he was murdered near his home near New Market, AL. It has been told that he was killed for "giving information to the Union". it has also been told that a certain neighbor whom he had been having alot of disagreements over the property lines,set him up by telling some renegades that he was a traitor knowing that they would kill him. His death is mentioned in the book "in Song and Sorrow, a Daily Journal of Thomas Hart Benton McCain of the 86th Indiana Voluntary Infantry" by Richard and Geraldine Rue, on page 223. The tombstone at his grave is about six fet high and bears the inscription " Shedrick Golden, born July 4, 1809, died Jan 13, 1865. He was taken off and murdered for maintaining the Union and the Constitution of the United States." It has been told that the Union forced the townspeople to bury him at his brother-in-law's family cemetary to spite them since they were a very Pro-Confederacy family by the name of BRAGG. I am interested in finding out ANY infomation or sources for information on this. I have been told that the "Oficail Record of the War of the Rebellion" might give some clues but do not have access to it. Any help would GREATLY be appreciated. Thank you, Jean Cooper

262) Friday, January 04, 2002 I am looking for the circumstances that surrounded the death of Wm. I. Hall who was my great uncle. This is one of the stories handed down through the generations. He was a confederate soldier,lived in Marion Co. Ky. in a place called Sulphur Creek. He was home on leave and was delivering some moonshine whiskey to a Mr Miller. There were some guerrillas present at Mr Miller's homeand they rode after Hall when he left and they hung him on a tree near Sulphur Springs. The date was November 11, 1864. He is buried in St Vincent de Paul Cemetery in New Hope, Ky. His parents were George W. and Delphenia Bryant/Bryan. I did find a William I Hall that was in the 10th Ky Cavalry. Don't know whether It was him or not. Any information would be appreciated. Elsie Nevitt Miles. My address is MilesNewhope@aol.com

261) (normally don't add requests outside of civil war , but here's a neat request! Help her out if possible!! thanks, ROn..Monday, January 07, 2002 To Whom It May Concern: I am writing you in regard to my grandfather, Army Sgt. Riley, Charles Rowland. 1917-1919. A Dr. A. J. Plotke recommended I contact you in reference to my search of information and documentation. Information I have received from the National Archives and Records Administration, Ship Manifests. My grandfather, SGT. Charles R. Riley, Serial # 1720647, sailed to France from Hoboken, New Jersey, aboard the SS MERCURY April 23, 1918. The 302ND Sanitation train is mentioned on the Manifest. At the bottom of the Passenger List of Organizations And Casuals, it too has an asterisk bottom right of page, and: N.Y.C.= New York City written out by hand. On his return, April 24, 1919, from BREST, FRANCE, aboard the USS PRESIDENT GRANT bound for CAMP MILLS Hoboken, New Jersey. Port of arrival date May 6, 1919. He is listed with the 308 Ambulance Company as: SGT. Riley, Charles R. 1,720,647. 308 AMB CO. 302ND SAN.TR. At the time of arrival his mother Dora is listed, and he living in Renovo, Pennsylvania. I am in need of research materials in regard to his service, documents, re: CAMP MILLS, the ships he sailed to and from France on. Also, I am the only living family member left to my knowledge and I wish to honor my grandfather with a proper head stone, and the award of any medals he was entitled, to which I believe a Purple Heart would be one, and perhaps a Chevron. He had no funeral, no service, when he died in 1970. I did not locate his grave until nearly two years ago. He is buried in Duncansville, Pennsylvania. He died at the local Veterans Hospital. I wish to commemerate and honor his service, along with my memory of him as he had well earned. It would be of great appreciation if you would possibly assist me in my on going search. Sincerely, Louretta (Bernhard) Hicks Charles Granddaughter

260) Sunday, January 20, 2002 I have been research the Shelton/Laurel Massacre and a the victims of the massacre It is know that Lt.Col Keith and his man of about two hunderd man kill and tortured old man and young boys and also a 85 year old woman and a 70 year old woman and a young mother of an infant child was tied in the swon to a tree and the baby placed in the doorway of the cabin, The baby died and the young mother had gone insane. I would like to info on the killing as David Shelton one of the victims was my GGGrandfather and maybe one of his son. The Shelton Laurel Massacre did not be come a Major Incident of the Civil War, Although the newspaper and periodicals of that period gave many eye witness accounts of what had take place... I would say it was "Cold Blooded Murder" "Butchery" Yes my family was a part of the union, But woman and young mother was not as was the young boys murder out side of Knoxville by Keith as a young boy pleaded with the soldiers for his life but was kill he was 15 year old. So as you see I have some of the info, but would like to find some the kill of 19 Jan 1863 the time David Shelton was kill at the age of 50 year old... I thank you Shirley Shelton Houston

259) Monday, January 21, 2002 Dear Sir I am currently resercing the history of the 8th Ala.Inf.Regt.With particular reference to Company I (Emerald Guard),also the other regiments in their brigade. I already have Hilary Herberts history of the regiment for any help or pionters i would be grateful. Yours sincerly Cameron W. Robinson (Northern Ireland)

258) Monday, January 21, 2002 I'm helping a friend research an ancestor, and the unit he served in. The soldier was a Confederate that served in "Milton's Battalion" of Missouri, and he was killed in battle at Corinth, MS , Oct. 3, 1862. I can't seem to locate any sites on Milton's Battalion. Was there an alternate designation ? Thanks! Greg

257) Wednesday, January 23, 2002 Greeting, I am trying to do some research on the 66th New York Volunteer Infantry. Do you know if there ever was a regimental history published for that particular Regiment? Where might the original records of that Regiment be located at (any ideas?) I am trying to do some research in the 66th New York's monument, located in the Wheat field at Gettysburg. Specifically, I am looking for information on the bronze tablet on the reverse side of the monument (are you familiar with it?) It shows 2 former combatants shaking hands. There may be some Masonic connection to the tablet. Any help (suggestions, ideas) you can provide me with would be greatly appreciated. Very Truly Yours Mike McCabe, Hammonton, NJ

256) Saturday, January 26, 2002 Looking for all the information on William Finley he served in Co.E 14th ALA ...he was from chambers county I would like pictures and all the information you have this is part of my family roots............Denise Duncan

255) Thursday, January 31, 2002. I am writing a book on the 29th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry Regiment, and if anyone has any information they would like included or would like to share, such as letters, diaries, reminiscenses, photos or anything pertaining to the men of this regiment it would be appreciated. The book will have, in chronological order, correspondence, reports and statistics from the OR Vols., camp locations, letters, reminiscenses, a complete roster, military records and genealogical information on each soldier ( as much as I am able to obtain). I am presently researching each company's county history for this information. If you would like to help, please email me at acri@optonline.net

254) Saturday, January 19, 2002. I HAVE A SKETCH OF THE FOURT CAROLINA REGIMENT. AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SKETCH IT STATES THE FOURT SOUTH CAROLINA REGIMENT WORKING IN THE TRENCHES AT MANASSAS JUNCTION {SKETCHED BY OUR SPECIAL ARTIST}. HOW WOULD I KNOW IT IS AN ORIGINAL SKETCH? EUGENIA WAUL

253) Monday, December 17, 2001 I am searching for any information on a supposed "Camp Pendleton" during the Civil War. It was a Confederate winter camp reportedly located in southern tidewater Virginia somewhere between Bacon's Castle and Smithfield in the vicinity of the Surry County and Isle of Wight County borderline, on the southern bank of the James River. This would have been in the winter of 1861-1862 timeframe. I can't find any further information on it's existence or exact location. One of my Confederate ancestors died of illness there in January of 1862, and supposedly he was buried there. Thanks, and if you know of any additional information on the existence of this site, please email me at: Ira.T.Orrell

252) Tuesday, December 18, 2001 - Ron, I found a North Carolina,Hillsboro Military Academy, cuff button, in good condition,about 70% guilt in tact, this fall while metal detecting,I can't seem to find any information about the button, could you point me to a place to get some history on the Academy and where I might find some info on the value of the button,this button is no longer in my possession,just curious as to it's history and value,as I was told it was a rare find, thank you for your time. Dennis Boutilier, Stoneham, Maine.

251) Monday, December 24, 2001 MY GG-GRANDFATHER, ABRAHAM COPAL, SERVED AS A CONFEDERATE SOLDIER IN THE VA 44TH INFANTRY - CO. I, CHARLOTTE CO., VA. (1861-1864) I AM LOOKING FOR ANY PHOTOS THAT COULD HAVE BEEN TAKEN OF THIS VA UNIT OR ABRAHAM COPAL. I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY INFO ANYONE COULD PASS ON. MY E-MAIL ADDRESS IS: SINCERELY, BOYD COPAL

250) Friday, December 07, 2001 Dear Sirs: What a wonderful find! I am new to your website and am very excited to happen upon all your hard work. We are tracking Civil War soldiers buried in Hillsdale, MI and have found several. We held our first cemetery tour honoring 11 soldiers and nurses who served. There are around 200 buried in one cemetery so we are looking for information on others...Thank you for your efforts. sincerely, Deanna Gaberdiel

249) Sunday, September 16, 2001. I live in Mi. and just received one of the ancestral Grandfather's Civil War Record and Pension record from archives of La. I have been trying to locate information via web that would help me understand a little the roll he played in the Civil War as far as his Battlion history. His pension records says "I enlisted in Capt Canfield's Co A in Clark's Batallion Summer of 1862. I contracted piles & diareha in 1864 whil in the service & am badly rupturate so that I am unable to work all from the affects of exposure & working on the forts above Alexandria." He is listed in the Confederate Index as Co. I Cons. Cres. Regt. La. Inf. and enlisted July 1862 and served his three years. Was in a hospital in Alexandria and one in Jefferson Tex. Paroled Jun 8, 1865. Can you give me a little history of what his unit did or where I might find some info. Thanks, Nora.

248) Tuesday, September 25, 2001 My great-grand father was an original member of the Ross Brigade. I have read much of them this summer since I grew interested in learning more about my family. I have photos of him and so on, and I have feelings about these matters and what manner of men these were. Based on what my grandfather and father were like I can deduce what my great-grandfather and great-great grandfather were like and I know what "I" am like. I would like to track down descendents of other members of the Ross brigade and talk to them, ask them about their lives and the lives of the generations in between them and the Civil War. I might even write a book on these children of members of the Ross Brigade. I was wondering if you knew of any organizations that has any of them still grouped together. I know that after the Civil War there was this ROss Brigade Association. I know that they have their flag on display in a case at Texas A & M. But I have not gotten a good idea on how to find other living persons associated with that band of heros. Barbara Finney

247) Sunday, August 12, 2001 Hi Ron, I was wondering if you might be able to identify a relic I dug up a few days ago. I will describe it best I can. It looks like a thin copper lid or cover for something, about 2-3/4" in diameter, and about 1/8" high when lying flat on a table. In the center of the lid is the American Eagle clutching olive branches in it's right claws and arrows in it's left. A shield covers it's chest, with horizontal stripes over vertical ones. Eagle wing tip to wing tip is 1-1/2". A banner over its head has the phrase "E Pluribus Unum". Directly over that there is a circle of eleven "loaves" surrounding thirteen stars emitting rays of light. The stars form a pattern of five rows. The top row has one star; the second row has four; the third row has three; the fourth row has four; and the bottom row has one. Directly above stars and loaves is printed the words "U.S. ARMY". A 2" narrow, raised circle surrounds all the eagle, stars, loaves, banner, and printing. Around the outermost diameter of the lid, the edge is a 1/8" wide circle of raised metal. I call the relic a "lid" because it has a broken hinge at the "top" above the words "U.S. Army". The eagle, etc is not a painting or drawing, but is a stamping from the backside. Someone suggested this to be a top for a compass or signal mirror. Any info would be appreciated thanx, TED. Theodore Langlois

246) Wednesday, August 15, 2001 Dear sirs: My name is Rosemary Hernandez. I live in Modesto, CA. Tel. (209)544-6723 I am interested in acquiring information about the pass that Clara Barton obtained directly from President Abraham Lincoln, giving her permission to go out to the battlefield to nurse the wounded. Thank you, Rosemary

245) Friday, August 03, 2001 MY GREAT GREAT GRANDFATHER WAS CORP. CHARLES A. SLOCUM OF THE 5TH RHODE ISLAND HEAVY ARTILLERY UNIT CO.A. HE WAS CAPTURED AT CROATAN STATION WHEN THE CONFEDERATES OVERTOOK THE OUTPOST MAY 5TH 1864. HE WAS TAKEN TO ANDERSONVILLE PRISON AND DIED THERE AUGUST 31 1964. ** I AM LOOKING TO GET A COPY OF A PHOTO (ANY AND ALL) OF THE 5TH RHODE ISLAND HEAVY ARTILLERY CO. A. ** WANT TO CORRESPOND WITH ANYONE WHO HAS ANY DOCUMENTATION OF THIS CONFEDERATE CAPTURE AT CROATAN STATION. ** DOES ANYONE ELSE HAVE ANY INFORMATION ABOUT ANDERSONVILLE PRISON AND ANY OF THE PRISONERS FROM THE 5TH RHODE ISLAND HEAVY ARTILLERY COMPANY "A" DURING THIS CAPTURE AT CROATAN STATION. THANKS SO MUCH AND I APPRECIATE YOUR HELP. RANDY BRADWAY PO BOX 93472 LAKELAND, FL 33804

244) Sunday, August 12, 2001 Seeking more specific info. on the location and actions of regiments involved in this reardguard action. I know it took place south of the city near the Martinsburg Pike & the road leading to Front Royal. The 15th, 10th, & 4th NJ Inf, and the 3rd NJ cavalry (often known by its nickname "The Butterflies"). were the Union forces forming this rearguard. They formed up about 2pm as Sheridan's force pulled out of town toward Berryville. About 4pm skirmishers form Breckenridge advanced on this rearguard, fell back, & about 6pm Breckenridge advanced his brigade. Sometime after the rearguard withdrew thru the city. Ancestors of mine were in the 15th; & Thomas Sharp of the 3rd from my hometown here of Millville NJ was killed in the streets of Winchester. I want to find more specificly than I now know of the actions of these NJ reg'ts & their locations, & if possible rheir movements thru Winchester when they withdrew. Thanks. SgtJames3@aol.com

243) Monday, June 04, 2001 Does anybody know where I might find a color picture/phot off the colors of the 12th New Hampshire Regiment for the cover of a book I have published? Are the flags archived/displayed anywhere in Concord? (I have a black and white photo of the the colors, but cannot tell from the photo the colors of the regimental and state flags.) If anyone knows, I would be very grateful to you! Jeayn Musgrove Pickering-Fahey

242) Saturday, June 16, 2001 I would like to know where I could obtain detail plans for various field guns gattling gun and limbers.I have made thevParrot riffle and a limber from plans I found in a hobby magazine.I would like to make further other models that I might put on the market.Also the scale of these models required by collectors Thanking you in advance Tom Harrison

241) Thursday, June 14, 2001 To Whom it may concern, I am a friend of Mr. Joe Tankersley who owns the property in Central, S.C. that a reenactment was held on this past April. Joe called me up and told me that he met a Mr. Goins who gave him some information regarding reenactments. He has misplaced it and he very much wants to contact Mr. Goins. Can you help us? I am told that he is with the 10th N.C. Thank you very much. Gregg J. Farrier Liberty, S.C.

240) Tuesday, June 12, 2001 - I am seeking the regiment designation(s) and related military service information for DAVID ANDREW PRIDE who entered the service of Ham's Battalion, Mississippi State Troops in 1863. He then transferred with his state troop unit to the Confederate Army in May 1864. A pension application submitted 40 years later stated that he was in the "11th Mississippi" when it surrendered in May 1865. This regiment is believed to be the 11th Cavalry Regiment which was formed during the spring of 1864 using Perrin's Battalion State Cavalry as its nucleus. The pension application also stated that his unit was in "Armstrong's Brigade, Chalmer's Division of Forrest's Cavalry." Thank you for your assistance. Lisa Beth Powell Texas Chemicals Division Building 13-4 PH: (903) 237-6444 FAX: (903) 237-5213

239) Sunday, June 03, 2001 On may 10, 1865 general james w. wilson of the union army stormed through columbus georgia taking my great, great, great, great grand father prisoner. at the same time he took 75 bales of sea island cotton and 500 dollars in 50 dollar gold pieces. they eventually took the cotton to pensacola fl. and put it on a ship destined for liverpool england. the english paid the u s goverment 58 cents a pound or $21,750.00. my GGGG grandmother julia b. fuss and my GGGG grandfather took a train to washington dc where they were told by then president johnson to go back to atlanta and get themselves and attorney as they had a legitmate claim. i have the claim number where it was filed at the fulton county courthouse. years went by and i have several copies of letters going back and forth but the claim was never paid. some of my relatives reattempted to collect on the claim in 1934 to no avail. i do however have copies of newpaper reports where to families one in macon georgia and one in st joseph la. who did infact get their money for items taken during the war. the dates i think are around 1915. i even have a copy of the atlanta journal date april 1, 1934 that states GEORGIANS SUE FOR WAR COTTON. the interest in 1934 was calculated at $120,060.00. i cant imagine what it is today. i would appreciate if theirs anyone out their that could advise me where to go fo help. thanks beforehand, joe davis

238) Thursday, June 28, 2001 I am searching for information on my ancestors who were living in Oak Ridge, Morehouse Parish during the Civil War. My gggrandfather was Abraham Kelly, he was a doctor and owned a wholesale grocery business. I have recently learned that he was shot in the arm an subsequently lost his arm when he went out on a call. I have a copy of an interview with my great uncle who reports that Union troops destroyed all of the syrup and other foodstuffs in the warehouse of the wholesale grocery business. I would like to know if you know of an online site that would have information about Morehouse Parish during the Civil War. Thanks in advance, Sally Kelly Etebari

237) Monday, June 04, 2001 Hi My name is Deann Grissom and I my mother and I are looking for Information on her Great grandfather who disappeared so long ago that no one has been able to track him down. His name was John Burns and although we dont think he was a soldier in the Civil War we saw a program on the history channel that talked of a John Burns who helped one side fight and his spirit is beleived to have been seen on the battle grounds by several people since then. His first wife's name was Mallissie Jane Williams. If you know anything please let me know at DeeGriss@Juno.com .

236) Monday, May 07, 2001 I'm seeking descendants of soldiers who served in Company I, 13th North Carolina Troops for exchange of information. This unit was commanded by two of my kinsmen: 1st Lt. William H. Winchester (Chancellorsville and Gettysburg) and Capt. Roland S. Williams (Appomattox Court House). RReed

235) Tuesday, May 08, 2001. I am reserarching Captain William Jefferson Head who served with as 'A' company commander in the 35th Georgia Volunteer Infantry. He is listed in the Haralson County, Georgia census of 1860. Is anyone else researching this subject? If so please contact my E-mail for info exchange. Elsa Head

234) Tuesday, May 01, 2001 I am trying to find information about a Confederate soldier from middle TN named William Frank Herron that was sent to Nashville, TN prison for murdering a man. Then Pres. Johnson commuted his sentence to be hung TO life in prison. Mr. Herron did not know of that yet and he dressed as a women and escaped prison and fled to Texas. 40 Years later, an appeal was made to Pres. Theodore Roosevelt and he gave Mr. Herron a pardon. I would like to locate the court records for this case and the prison records of the charges against him and his escape. Any clues appreciated. William Frank Herron served in the 24th Regiment, TN Infantry . Thank you. Virginia L. Keefer

233) Thursday, May 03, 2001 Have searched long and hard for any available information on my great grandfather, Dr. Murphy, who was a physician and surgeon at a hospital in Richmond during the Civil War. Don't know his full name, but do know he returned to Winston-Salem, NC, after the conflict and remained there for the remainder of his life. Dr. Murphy had a son, Lyman Clements Murphy, who also was a physician. Living family members say that Dr. Murphy, Sr. was "head" of a hospital in Richmond, but they don't know which hospital. Would appreciate, so much, any information you might be able to come up with concerning Dr. Murphy. I have tried many avenues in quest of reliable information, but to no avail. Sincerely, George V. Long

232) Friday, May 04, 2001. Hello, I live in Washington State and am researching a book on the 107th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment. I am looking for photos of members, their diaries, journals, letters, newspaper articles, etc., If you can help me, or if you can forward this to anyone you think might be able to help me, I would really appreciate it a lot! Thanks again, Charles F. Bryant II

231) Sunday, April 22, 2001. I'm looking for information on the 5th Texas Mounted Volunteers or more better known as Sibley's Texas Brigade. I've come across some good resources but I was looking for more information on Co. D, this company was sent to Fort Stanton after the Battle of Valverde and ran into some Indian problems with the Apache, and I've ran into conflicting records on their recovery of four Federal cannon at Fort Stanton. Several men were killed in skirmishes with these Indians. Also, I haven't located much information on the Brigade after they retreated out of New Mexico. The major resource that keeps getting referred to is "Campaign from Santa Fe to the Mississippi (Sherveport, Louisiana, 1865; rpt., Houston: Stagecoach Press, 1961)." Any help would be appreciated. Please reply to Marvin

230) April 23, 2001. Trying to locate a photograph of Phillip Jayne, Company E, 11th New Jersey Volunteers. Any help would be appreciated. John Fischer.

229) Wednesday, April 25, 2001 My son-in-law had a relative in Co.a, Independent Exempt unit from West Virginia.Can you tell us what type of unit this was and what there function was? Any light you may be able to shed on this mystery will be appreciated. Warren Steiner

228) Wednesday, March 21, 2001 My g-grandfather, Joseph Emile Gautreaux, came from Houma, Terribonne Parish, Louisiana. According to family records, Joseph enlisted in Kings and Bulls Battery, 14th Louisiana Regiment. I can find nothing on such a CSA battery. I'd be much obliged for any assist. Thank you, ...Robert R. Allison...

227) Thursday, March 22, 2001 My 2 great grandfathers and other relatives were with the 10th Missouri Infantry CSA and fought in the Battle of Prairie Grove. My grandfather, John Vincent, was killed there and perhaps the other, Montgomery B. Rose, was seriously injured or perhaps killed in the battle. I visited the CSA cemetery there and saw very few markings on the tombstones. The Park official told me the records were destroyed by fire, and the only other records are buried beneath the high monument of the cemetery. I have searched the internet in vain for details concerning the battle - what CSA units were involved, their commanding officers, the identity of those killed, etc. Even Shelby Foote in his Civil War volumes makes very slight mention of the battle. I am looking for a book or website or other information that covers CSA involvement in the Battle of Prairie Grove. Can you help me? Farrel N. Vincent

226) Wednesday, March 28, 2001 Hi there My name is Lindsay David Greenock (Mr) and I am in the process of writing my family tree and I am currently gathering information on all military records for my family. I stay in Scotland, UK and have been researching the American Civil War records as we I have ancestors who emigrated to the USA some time ago. I found a J.W. Greenock who served in the 22nd North Carolina Regiment. His details are a bit sparse and I was wondering if there were any other sources of information that might be of help ? For information one of my ancestors attempted to join a Confederate warship whilst it was docked in Glasgow, Scotland but his sister stopped him from joining. I have an extract from another family history I can share with you if interested. Regards Lindsay D. Greenock.

225) Friday, March 30, 2001 Grt Grt Grt Grandfather Died July 2nd 1863 in the battle for "culps' Hill," searching for his picture or picture of NYVI Co D as a group. He is buried at Gettysburg- left behind sons age 4 & 6 form Elmira New York, was a cigar maker. Any help appreciated. Full Name "Venable Wesley." Many thanks for any info, D. (Wesley) James

224) Sunday, April 01, 2001 I am looking for my GGGrandfather. His name is Pinkney Watson and was from Alabama. He was with the AL 33rd Inf. Co. B. I was told by my Grandmother that he was killed in the War. I have no idea where he might have been buried and would really would like to try and get these questions answered. I have a roster of Confederate Soldiers 1861-1865 with him listed. He is listed as Pinkney G. Watson. Any help and assistance would be deeply appreciated by my whole family. Thanks in advance Brenda Freeman Tolbert

223) Saturday, April 07, 2001 My name is Connie Cason. I love to learn all I can about the Civil War and the the Georgians that fought in it. I am now trying to locate any information I can on a certain gentleman by the name of Sgt. Thomas Jefferson Rushin. Born: 1837 in Marion Co., GA. Died: Sept. 17, 1862 in Sharpsburg, MD during the Battle of Antietam. He is buried in Hagerstown, MD. His father is Joel Franklin Rushin and his mother is Elizabeth Brooks. So far this all I have found. If you have any other information or know where I can find it, please let me know. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Connie M. Cason

222) Monday, January 29, 2001 - I am an ever learning civil war enthusiast that just discovered that a relative of mine was in the war. Let me tell you first off, that I live in the Ringgold area and am familiar with the battlesites and am learning mere and more of the battles for Chattanooga. It truly fascinates me that I have lived my entire life here and was oblivious to the impact that our local history had on the face of the war. The person I am inquiring about was in a regiment that is hard to find anything about. He is my great-great grandfather, George H. Dunn, of the 6th Regiment of the Tennessee Calvary. Discharged in July 26, 1865 at the age of 24 as a Private. My mother has a copy of the discharge papers and I would like to know where and when they saw battle. It would be so cool if we have walked the same ground here. He was from west Tennessee, probably from Weakly County. My mom was unsure of wherer he was from, but that is where her family is from, so I assume he would be from the same general area. If you could help me find out any information I would greatly appreciate it. Sincerely, Ronnie Schaeffer

221) Saturday, January 27, 2001 Looking for complete roster of 44th GA Regiment Please send to antj2kids@aol.com all help appreciated

220) Saturday, January 27, 2001 I am researching George E. Dixon who was the last captain of the CSS HL Hunley submarine. I know he was in the 21st Alabama, but he is originally from Kentucky. I found one small bit of information that said Kentucky offered soldiers to Alabama, but can not locate that information again. Have you heard of anything such as this? Do you have any further information on Lt. Dixon? Any information would be very helpful and much appreciated. Amy McLawhorn

219) Tuesday, January 23, 2001 HI MY NAME IS JOE, I AM A MEMBER OF THE 43DNYVI RE-ENACTING UNIT WE ARE SEARCHING FOR PHOTOS AND DESCRIPTIONS OF THE 43DS FLAGS, BOTH THE REGIMENTAL AND THE STATE COLORS,SO WE CAN HAVE THEM RE-CREATED FOR RE-ENACTMENTS,PARADES, AND MEMORIALS SERVICES.IF YOU CAN HELP PLEASE LET ME KNOW. MY E-MAIL ADDRESS IS PVT43DNYVI@AOL.COM

218) March 11, 2001 Greetings! My name is Melody Moorehouse and I am a reporter for the newspaper in Sheridan, Arkansas. The Civil War Battle of Jenkins' Ferry was fought here in our area on April 30, 1864. An Arkansas history organization is leading an effort to preserve this battlefield and have it protected by the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism (there is a state park, but the battlfield is not included or protected in the park system). I'm writing a series of articles on the Battle of Jenkins' Ferry and of the group's preservation effort to protect this historic battleground. One of the articles I would like to write centers on the pontoon bridge that was erected at the ferry crossing and then destroyed by Steele's troops on his retreat back to Little Rock. I am trying to locate any information about this bridge, which was assigned to the care of the 24th Missouri Infantry, Company K. Do you know where I could locate any information on this bridge, its destruction and the pontoon divsion? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Melody Moorehouse Sheridan Headlight

217) Wednesday, March 10, 2001 Can anyone tell me where Kalamara Heights was located around Washington DC and where it would be on today's map? Union troops were camped there in 1861 in the defense of Washington DC. I've looked at the Official Atlas, but have not been able to find it. Thanks,Susan Biedron

216) Tuesday, March 10, 2001First of all, I know that I speak for so many people in thanking you for providing all of the Virginia Historical Marker information! This information is invaluable! I was dismayed to find that there isn't a marker for Fort Powhatan (Hood's) mentioned in the OR, the ORN, Edmund Ruffin's diaries, etc. I believe it was situated below City Point somewhere, but I don't know exactly where. Was it in Chesterfield County, Prince George County, etc.? How many miles down from City Point? Is the area available for people to visit or is it on private property, etc. Any information would be greatly appreciated! Madeleine Eckert

215) Sunday, February 25, 2001 Does anyone have any information on a calvary unit: the 64th. Virginia calvary.I cannot find any records on this unit. I have a civil war era muzzle loading shotgun with the designation 64 th. Virginia Calvary stamped into the buttstock. Also has some sort of brass medallion under the stamping. SAXON is the maker of the firearm, appears to be British. Does anyone have any help on this unit, please? JsphCart@aol.com

214) I am looking for information on Simon Bechtol born Nov 18, 1840. In 1861 he enlisted in Company A, First Ohio Squadron and served for one year. In August 1862 he reenlisted in Company A, 118th Reg., Ohio Vol. Inf. He fought in the battles of Mossy Creek, Buzzard's Roost, Snake Creek Gap, siege of Atlanta, siege of Knoxville, battle of Loudon, siege of Nashville, Chattanooga, Duck River; Franklin, where he was shot through the arm and received two sabre cuts; siege of Fort Andrew, where he was wounded by the flying fragments of a shell andother battles that I don't know. He received an honorable discharge on June 24, 1865. bechtolstephen@hotmail.com

213) Saturday, January 06, 2001- Hi Ron, I'm looking for anyone who had kin that fought with the 47th Virginia Infantry, and any information on battle letters written by a Sergeant John W. Watson-47th Va. Any help will be MOST WELCOMED!! ALSO anyone who lives in Stafford that had family back in the civil war my E MAIL IS MARK E BEARD or

212) Thursday, January 04, 2001-I am researching a South Carolina company that enlisted in the 25th Mississippi Regiment, which I think was also called the 1st Mississippi Valley Regiment, and which changed its name to the 2nd Confederate Regiment in early 1862. This company was called the Allen Guards, was from Barnwell District, S.C. and was commanded by T.H. Mangum. The company was attached to Johnson Hagood's 1st S.C. Volunteer Regiment in early 1861. When the governor of S.C. asked the men to volunteer for service in the C.S.P.A. after Fort Sumter, most of Hagood's Regiment refused. However, the Allen Guards almost unanimously volunteeered their services to the Confederate government, and they were attached to the 25th Miss. Regiment. Mangum became Major of the regiment, and there my knowledge stops. Is there a regimental history of the 25th MS?? Stories in my family go that one of my relatives from Barnwel! l District was wounded at Shiloh, where there were no organized bodies of S.C. troops engaged, except possibly the Allen Guards. I have sent for the Compiled Service Records, but found your website and thought I would ask for help. Thanks so much! Bob Seigler

211) Sunday, December 31, 2000 Dear Ron, My name is Elizabeth (Findley) Dolan-Mankin. I am trying to trace my ggg grandfather. He fought for the Union army, and according to notes from my now deceased grandfather, Kenneth Findley, is buried somewhere in or around Bolivar, TN. He supposedly died of typhoid. His wife may have died at the same time from typhoid as well. He originally came from the north. Possibly Illinois or Pennsylvania. After his death, his children were then raised by slaves who were I think owned by a family named "Stockton" possibly from the same area. The earliest documented account of our family is then of his son John, born 1854, who came to Nebraska at age 18 in 1872. Because he was raised by slaves, and because I am not sure where to look for records I am totally stuck. My grandfather, was fascinated his entire life with the Civil War and would have loved to have known who this person was. I have tried to access some information over the internet and have found possibly three individuals w