General - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Butlers in the Civil War

MattNelson2 — 31 Mar 2008 10:56:22 GMT

I'm looking for any info on my ancestors who "supposedly" served in the CIvil War...I've gotten a few hints that they might have served with J. H. Morgan during his raids but I am trying to confirm this...their names are Jesse Butler (1830-1879), Lowry Butler (1836-1928), Lawson Butler, Francis Marion Butler (1836-1928),Jaohn Mason and Jasper Butler. Thanks ahead of time for any info!
Matt

Knox County Kentucky

clsdickson — 29 Jul 2008 4:59:16 GMT

In Knox County Kentucky there is a place called Hinkle Branch. On a Google Terrain map there is a place called Horse Pens Ridge. I have climbed one of those cliff topped mountains. I was told that it used to be a Civil War lookout. Rocks formed troughs for the horses to be watered. Maybe this is where the name Horse Pens Ridge comes from. I don't believe the locals call it that though. Anyways, we climbed up and found some carvings on the rock that we were told about. One of the carvings said "April Lewis" and it may have had part of a date but it was worn off by water running over the rock. I know this regiment was not listed in the US Sailor system as being in that area but, I find it very curious that there is an April Lewis listed in the Sailor System. Only one listed. He was in the 34th Colored Infantry from South Carolina. I am hoping to find relatives of this man so I can send them the pic of where he carved his name in the rock and maybe they know more about him than the Sailor System and can say "Yeah he was in Kentucky" If he was in Kentucky, I know exactly what rock he sat on to carve his name in pretty close to 150 years ago. More info about the area. This place is maybe two or 3 miles north of and right between Fort Barbourville/Andy Johnson and Camp Cumberland Ford (now Pineville). Almost directly south between these two would have been Camp Flat Lick. There was a Fort Garber that supposingly was between Camp Flat Lick and Fort Barbourville. But I have yet to locate anything about that. It is a high ridge that would have allowed a person to see off in the the distance in all directions. I did not see any troughs but the ridge was lengthy and the place was covered in thornbrush. The kids have renamed it Thornbush Mountain.

So if you know this man or anything about this area, please let me know. Thanks a lot. God Bless

LBL also known as Between the Rivers Ky/Tn

shann882 — 10 Jun 2008 11:07:35 GMT

I am looking for a road map or map of the entire area of the LBL/BWTR (land between the lakes) the specific map I am looking for is the one the TVA made as they were aquiring the lands but any road map of the ORRIGIONAL roads woulds be a HUGH welcome. Thank you in advance for any help you can provide me with.

looking for pictures of the following Union Kentucky soldiers

Brett Conover — 3 May 2005 7:09:34 GMT

Daviess County Home Guard

rdhevansville — 27 May 2008 7:40:35 GMT

I am trying to locate information on the Daviess County, Kentucky Home Guard.

One of my ancestor's sons was a member of the Home Guard. According to an abstract of the newspaper article, the Daviess County Home Guard was under Captain Jim Wilson. It says Tinson Stout and three others died 14 July 1864 at Rough Creek in Ohio Co.

There were four killed, Stinson Stout (actually Tinson Stout), John N. Hinton, John Cecil, and Mr. Wooten.

Tinson Stout's widow applied and received a pension. The Civil War Pension Index lists the following:

Tinson Stout
Spouse Martha Stout
Daviess Co. KY H-Gde Inf (I am not sure if it is Gde)
Date of Filing: 1868, Sept 22
Appl # 165761
Cert # 120957

I would like to know more about this Home Guard as other family members lived in Daviess County. Is there a website that can help or a book? Any insightful information would be welcomed.

Thanks,
Rose

Ancestor Identification

bamaolli1 — 8 Mar 2008 4:27:57 GMT

Hello!

My ggrandfather was Wm. John Lowry (1844-1917).
The National Parks list five William Lowrys who served
in The Confederacy. There is a Wm. J. Lowry who served
with the 5th KY Mtd. Inf. I ordered that person's service
record and the Kentucky Dept. of Libraries sent the record to me. However, the record had no age for the soldier listed. Can anyone give me ideas on how to find out if this is/others are my ancestor?

Thanks,
Jeff Lowry

Determining if CW Militia Records Exist

lrmalcom — 21 Oct 2007 1:37:19 GMT

Sorry for the many mishaps but only the subject line seems to be showing up.

I have an ancestor that was listed in the 1861 and 1862 Carter Co., Ky. tax records as enrolled in the militia. He died October 1861 probably before serving.

Is is possible that he did serve and a record would exist? If not, would enrollment records exist?

Lorrie

How to Obtain Civil War records of ggrandfather, Robert B McIntire

maxliv1 — 13 Mar 2008 12:37:03 GMT

My gggrandfather is buried at the Cave Hill National Cemetery in Louisville, KY. I have the death date and approximate date of his birth, and an unverified clue that he came from Flemming County, KY. I have a few questions. How do I go about requesting his Civil War Records? Did they issue death certificates back then? Did they issue some sort of birth certificate back then? Would these records tell me his date of birth, what county he came from? Information would be greatly appreciated. I may be contacted at gliv@bellsouth.net.

Robert B McIntire, b abt 1844, Flemming County, KY
Union, 6th KY Regiment Calvary
Service Info.: CPL US ARMY CIVIL WAR
Death Date: 11 Feb 1864
Cemetery: Cave Hill National Cemetery
Cemetery Address: 701 Baxter Avenue Louisville, KY 40204
Buried At: Section B Site 1900

6th Kentucky Cavalry CSA -- Co H

Jim Carigan — 28 May 1999 12:00:00 GMT

This company was formed in part at Steubenville in Wayne Co -- KY. I am interested in sharing information with anyone else researching this unit. It certainly seems to be a mystery unit, with Internet resources being very sparse. My great grandfather, James Muhlenburg Carigan, mustered in at the organization date, fought at Murfreesboro TN and Milton TN (wounded there) and was involved later with Morgan's Cavalry. Basil Duke's book describes the activities of the 6th during the last days of the Ohio Raids. My ggf was captured on the same day as Morgan himself. Pvt Carigan spent most of the rest of the war at the wretched Fort Delaware POW facility. One of my great grand uncles, William Hutchison, perished at Camp Chase OH. Both of these men were from Frazer, KY in northeast Wayne County.

7th Kentucky Infantry C.S.

Mike Hoover — 15 Sep 2005 2:25:56 GMT

I am researching a Sergeant David Boaz that is listed as being in the 7th Kentucky Infantry, Company M. He was mortally wounded at Stones River and died in Nashville on January 23, 1864. However, everywhere that I have looked for info on the unit, I have found no signs of a Company M. On top of that I have not found an order of battle with the 7th Kentucky being listed as being at Stones River. Does anyone know where the 7th Kentucky fought at Stones River or a good source of information on this unit.

Campbell death civil war

SLunyou — 9 Jan 2008 1:17:32 GMT

Have been told that my GGgrandfather,John P. Campbell,
died from Civil War.Couldn't locate him on rosters.
Was recentally told,he died from Civil War but,as a citizen.
that was staked out in town square,during very harsh
conditions. Can anyone direct me to the resources,that might be able to confirm this. this took place in Meade
County Kentucky

45th Kentucky Mounted Infantry

R Szudy — 6 Feb 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Is there anyone with an interest in the 45th Kentucky Mounted Infantry--once commanded by John Mason Brown? My ancestor--Stephen Lewis--from Lewis County, later Carter County served in 1863-1864.

Jacob WEDDINGTON, Pike CO.

Jean Lawson — 25 Oct 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Need help identifying the Jacob WEDDINGTON who is listed on the roll of Company A, 39th Kentucky Mounted Infantry. Jacob was killed in 1865 at Ashland, KY. My gr, gr grandfather, Jacob "Jack" WEDDINGTON, lived in Pike County, KY. He was b. 22 Jan 1814; m. Sarah Cassidy (Cassity). He disappeared from Pike Co. records about 1865 and I am trying to determine if the Jacob WEDDINGTON who died at Ashland, KY is the same man. The known children of Jacob "Jack" WEDDINGTON & Sarah CASSIDY are Henry WEDDINGTON, b. 1837; William WEDDINGTON, b. 1838; Marietta WEDDINGTON, b. 1840; Nancy WEDDINGTON, b.1842; Londermia WEDDINGTON, b. 1846; Richard F. WEDDINGTON, b. 1848; Elizabeth WEDDINGTON, b. 1850; George WEDDINGTON, b. 1852; and Jacob WEDDINGTON, b. 1856. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

12th KENTUCKY INFANTRY

6thkentucky — 23 Jun 2001 4:25:13 GMT

I have a friend who is researching the 12th Kentucky Infantry for the purpose of writing a regimental history.
He would like access to letters, diaries and photos of any members of the 12th for his book. The 12th was mustered in at Camp Clio in Pulaski County. W A. Hoskins was its Colonel. Please contact me if you can help.

CAMP NICHOLASVILLE

Peggy Hanes — 15 Jul 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I would very much like to know the location of CAMP NICHOLASVILLE, KY. What county was it in and what city is it near? Have a civil war solider who reported sick to Camp Nicholasville and was presumed dead. Am looking for a place to begin tracing his burial place. Thank you.

WAYNE CO. KY

CINDY ARNOLD — 10 Jul 2000 12:00:00 GMT

DOES ANYONE KNOW WHAT REGIMENTS CAME FROM WAYNE CO. KY? I AM TRYING TO FIND OUT IF ANYONE ON MY GRANDFATHER'S FAMILY FOUGHT IN THE CIVIL WAR. THE NAMES I AM INTERESTED IN ARE HUMBLE, ALEXANDER, AND ALLEY. E-MAIL ME DIRECT AT
CINJAM@YAHOO.COM
THANK YOU

COMPANY F, 12TH KENTUCKY INFANTRY

Tia Marie Murphy — 18 Jun 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I AM INTERESTED IN LEARNING ABOUT COMPANY F, 12TH KENTUCKY INFANTRY. I HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO FIND ANY INFORMATION YET. MY GREAT, GREAT, GREAT GRAND-FATHER SERVED IN THIS COMPANY. ANY INFORMATION WOULD BE APRECIATED

6th Kentucky Calvary - Wm L. Carpenter

18Mountain — 27 Jun 2007 2:11:54 GMT

How do I find more info. about William L. Carpenter, who served in the 6th Kentucky Calvary, Company G as a Corporal? There is also a William Carpenter in the 6th KY Calvary, Infantry, Company D that I am interested in?

Thanks,

Victoria

17th ky vol infantry

edwin snell — 8 Nov 1998 12:00:00 GMT

looking for info on Arthur Goodman Butler County,ky
served with the 17th and 7th vol infantry Civil War

Clark Brothers from Ky. in Civil War

LouiseHopkins66 — 25 Sep 2006 8:56:21 GMT

I am trying to find the Military Records for Henry Clark, a Capt. in Company E 47th Ky. Mounted Infantry Regiment, Hiram Clark a soldier in Company D Ky. Infantry Regiment Army,and Edward Clark, who was a Pvt. in Company D 7th Ky. Infantry Regiment Union Army.
Both Hiram and Edward died while in the service. Hiram, March 1863 at Youngs Point, La. and Edward, April 1863 at St. Louis Mo. They were all born in Clay Co.Ky.
Thank you!
Louise

confused about simon lunsford

jfranzak — 26 Apr 2007 6:18:49 GMT

How can I learn more about these two records for Simon and Peter LUNSFORD:

Simon Lunsford
Enlisted as a Private on 15 May 1864
Enlisted in Company G, 9th Cavalry Regiment Kentucky on 15 May 1864.
Wounded on 01 December 1864 at Bethel Church, GA
Paroled on 10 May 1865 at Washington, DC

Peter Lunsford
Enlisted as a Private on 01 November 1864
Drafted in Company G, 21st Infantry Regiment Kentucky on 01 November 1864.
Deserted Company G, 21st Infantry Regiment Kentucky on 16 June 1865 in Camp Harker, TN

My ancestor Peter Simon Lunsford/Simon Peter Lunsford was born in Oldham Kentucky 6 Jun 1843. I would like to know what happened to him during the War. He later went to Texas (shows up in 1880 census as Simon). Thank you.

5th Kentucky Infantry-CSA

chaffina67 — 31 Mar 2007 10:15:07 GMT

My great-grandfather was from Magoffin County and served with the 5th. I am seeking information about other soldiers from the 5th Kentucky Infantry. I am writing a book that includes pictures, biographies, letters, regimental history, etc. about this unique group of men from Eastern Kentucky. If you had an ancestor who served with the CSA's 5th Kentucky Infantry, please email me with your info. or write to me directly. bkchaffin@peoplepc.com
Thank you,
Angie Chaffin
6988 Old Cabin Lane
Gloucester, VA 23061

5th Kentucky Infantry-CSA

chaffina67 — 31 Mar 2007 10:13:37 GMT

Simpson Co., KY Companies CSA or USA

AKABROOKE — 6 Feb 2006 10:13:56 GMT

I am looking for Civil War information on Thomas SHADOWENS (or CHAUDOIN). He was born in and lived in Simpson Co., KY from 1822-1862. After 1862 there are no records of him, and I assume he may have been killed in the war. I don't know if he was in the USA or CSA. Does anyone know what Companies were formed from men in Simpson Co.?
Thanks!

NEWTON, Wm H: 9th KENTUCKY VOL INF?

Erma N. Herrmann — 18 Feb 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am Looking for William H. NEWTON, who fought in the Battle of Mill Spring, KY, Jan 1862. Some papers indicate that he was in Company 'G' 4th KY Vol Inf. Others indicate that he was in 9th KY Vol Inf. Was there a 9th KY Vol Inf at the battle of Mill Springs, KY, Jan 1862? Or, was that an error in transcribing the information.

Thank you very much for your help.

Erma N. Herrmann

Graves

Sue Howard — 9 Oct 2006 3:42:42 GMT

We have found 2 Civil War graves and there are more but unable to find due to vegetation at this time. One is of 1st Sgt Elias Mcquithy of Co. D, 14th Cavalry and the other is Corp L, Chris C Mcquithy, Co.1, 24th Ky Inf. How does one go about getting graves registered and the graveyard recognized as historical enough to get help cleaning it up? At one time there seems to have been a large monument. Not far from there we were told there is a colored mans grave. We have not found it yet. Thanks for whatever help or advise we get.

Death Records on the Tunnell Family

kalinda09 — 4 Mar 2007 8:42:00 GMT

Hi, I am looking for any pictures, death records, birth certificates, and or info on where I can find these regarding my family descending from Lady Ann Howard and Wm. Tunnell. I am also interested in what Tunnell Hill is. I have heard of it but am confused as to what it is. If anyone can help me. I will be very grateful. Thank You

30th KY Mounted INF

Doyle L Cooper — 26 May 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I believe this group came from the Wayne Co. area of KY.

Compton Photo

Beautola2 — 1 Mar 2007 1:20:11 GMT

I was wondering if there was anyone who has or knows of anyone who might have a picture of James T. Compton of Pike Co, KY.

Tks M. Ratliff in WV

45th.Kentucky Infantry

Jeanne — 14 Sep 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am very interested in the 45th. Kentucky Infantry. My ancestor, Joseph K. Pitts was attached as a Corporal to the 16th. Kentucky Infantry for a period of time. He later served as a Lieutentant in the 45th. Kentucky Infantry. He had a most interesting history during the Civil War and the stories that have circulated in many branches of the family suggest that he served as a Union spy while attached to the 45th.

Any help regarding this Kentucky Union unit would be appreciated. Also any help in verifying a soldiers spy activity or spy assignment would be GREAT. Thanks, Jeanne

identification

sam90 — 11 Feb 2007 9:58:24 GMT

can anyone tell me how to tell if the name you find is your kin.

Ancestors

Don McPeek — 27 Apr 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Any info on Alexander S McPeek or any other McPeek.Surname Kimberlin,Kimberlain,Kimberlin,Kemberlin,Kemberlain,Kemberling,Kimbral,Kimbrall,Or any name along this line,sounding like it could have been mispronounced or miswritten.I just found out that a Kimberlin was my ggreat grandfather,not the McPeek name that I've lived with. so any info that you can pass along will be appreciated. DonMcPeek

Original 5th Ky. Infantry

leliacanter — 20 Feb 2002 10:08:25 GMT

I am looking for info on the original 5th Ky. Infantry CSA.
My great great grandfather enlisted 10/21/61 and served for 12 months in Company A. I would like to find out where this group fought and the history of their unit.

Thanks,

Gina

David,Jno Allen,Wm Godsey

@@joyceharper@hotmail.com — 12 Jul 2003 12:01:48 GMT

These Godsey boys served in the 3rd Inf.for the Union in Kentucky. Does anyone know what county they lived in when they joined up. This is the reason that I have directed my
question to the Kentucky Civil War Forum. Do you know if they were from the counties of Breckinridge or Ohio Counties Kentucky?

Ky 3rd vol infantry Co F

joyce — 26 May 2005 7:45:03 GMT

I'm looking for a photo of my 3rd g-grandfather, Sgt.Wyatt T. Smith, who was in the Ky 3rd Vol. Infantry, Co.*F*

3rd Regiment Kentucky Volunteers

msarantha — 7 Feb 2002 2:21:34 GMT

Searching for information on ancestor Miles Flanagan (pl. of birth?) who served in Co. D of 3rd Regiment Kentucky Volunteers. He was resident of Wayne County, KY, enrolled 11-5-1861 at Camp Wolford, KY, and mustered in 1-1-1862 at Camp Boyle, KY. He was wounded in battle of Resaca, GA on 5-14-1864, died in military hospital in Chattanooga and is buried in military cemetary in Chattanooga. Would appreciate any information available as to leaders of 3rd Regiment KY volunteers or battles in which they particpated. What was the significance of the battle of Resaca?

thornsbery's in the 13th ky. cavalry

e thornsberry — 10 Nov 2006 10:43:45 GMT

i am looking for info on enoch and martin thornsberry,brothers, who served together in the 13th ky.cavalry.(confederate). i believe they both lived in floyd co.,ky.when entering the service. thanks in advance.

Geneology Robert Hurd

Rob Kitchens — 16 Apr 2001 12:00:00 GMT

I am the Grandson of Etta Lee Kitchens,maiden name Hurd, daughter of Robert Hurd and Alice S. Johnston,descendant of Albert Sydney Johnston .any help in proving the connection of this geneology would be appreciated ,I have old schoolbook of Alice S.Johnston (Hurd) placing her in the lexington area in the correct time frame. Robert Hurd resided in Warren county Ky. and was a landowner and slave holder here,I am the last living decendant of this branch of the family so any leads or info would be apprecited

10th Kentucky Cavary , CSA "The Yankee Chasers"

GeorgeJohns67 — 21 Jun 2003 12:01:35 GMT

I would like to buy the book by John B. Wells lll and Jim Prichard
Pub. by Gateway press 1996. 10th Kentucky Cavalry , CSA or any information on the members of the unit.
George Johns
georgejohns@inet99.net

Ky Vol. Inftry 7th Regiment

blondemoment71 — 15 Dec 2006 5:41:41 GMT

I am looking for photos of the Kentucky Infantry 7th Volunteer Regiment. My Great Grandfather Godfrey M. Isaacs was in this unit.
Thanks

Kentucky soldierin Civil War

Fred Carl Pennington — 27 May 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for information on Elijah "Lige" Pennington of Elliott County Kentucky who served in the Civil War

thornsberry's in the civil war

e thornsberry — 10 Nov 2006 10:20:59 GMT

i am looking for info on enoch and martin thornsberry,brothers ,who served in the 13th ky. cavalry in the civil war.`

Medlin or Richardson

Bonnie Headley — 4 Nov 2006 9:30:56 GMT

I am looking for a John L Medlin from Moore Co. N.Carolina. His wife was named Mary Ann. Mary Ann's maiden name was Richardson. Her mother was Sarah. I would like to find her father in the civil war records. Thank you.

Halcomb in the Civil War

Bonnie Headley — 4 Nov 2006 9:13:54 GMT

I am looking for a ? Halcomb. He might have been a William, Russell or Henry. His son was named Henry Halcomb. Henry's son was William Russell. Maybe they were named after their fathers.

Proving allegiance?

dwbgold — 6 Apr 2006 1:55:41 GMT

I searched Ancestry's civil war records and found my ancestors listed as BOTH Union and Confederate!

Companies and units are identical. How do I find out which is right?

thanks
Barbara Borchers
searching records
Andrew J. Girdler
Joseph F. Girdler

JOSIAH GAYLE 2ND KENTUCKY INF. CSA

JL Jones — 25 Oct 2006 1:31:42 GMT

SEEKING INFO ON JOSIAH GAYLE CAPTURED CHICAMAUGA, GA WHAT POW CAMP ETC

Walter B. Smith born KY and died MD in Civil War

Chris — 8 Oct 2006 6:24:27 GMT

Anybody have any details about Walter. He's very upset that he died in the Civil War and someone moved his remains from a Civil War cemetary. Any details on Civil War cemetaries that were moved?

4th Cavalry of Kentucky

m_shonkwiler — 3 Oct 2006 9:51:03 GMT

Seeking unit photos if any, searching for LTC Ruckstuhl, I see him on one or two websites, but I was wondering where to find a picture. And what is the difference between regulars and enlisted? does that mean the same thing?

chelle

The Crittenden County Ky Guards...Any Rosters and info available??

Ron Hoover — 25 Sep 2006 9:43:42 GMT

I've heard that my great-grandfather Hartwell D. Hoover was in the
below listed company and infantry?.
He was born in Rutherford County Tn. 1835 and died around 1880
in Crittenden Cty. Ky(Marion Ky).
Does anyone have a roster showing his name and the men he served
with?.
What was the status of the Ky Guards during the war,did they
have full status as soldiers in the Civil War?.
I know Ky was a neutral state,the below is from a Hoover family
gen.
Thanks,
Ron Hoover

"Hartwell's name is found on the roster of the Crittenden Co KY (Kentucky Home Guard) Militia.
(assigned to the 3rd Reg of Inf, Kentucky State Guards) Transcribed from "Militia Lists" in the Crittenden
Co KY County Clerks Office, Marion, KY. KY was a "neutral" state in the American Civil War"

decendants of wadlington

stephen w. brooks — 6 Jul 1999 12:00:00 GMT

looking for ecsndants of Francis Marion Wadlington who served with Capt. Cobb's 3rd mounted light artillery for the conferderacy.

"The Civil War" production

Bunny Arszman — 17 Sep 2006 2:42:01 GMT

Hello! My name is Bunny Arszman and I am directing a production of "The Civil War" at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center for Tall Stacks in Cincinnati, Ohio on October 3rd-8th. I'm contacting various re-enactors to tell them about the show in case they would be interested in attending.

"The Civil War" is a dramatic theatre concert. It is based on letters written by soldiers, the enslaved and speeches by Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. It is a contemporary mix of pop, country and gospel music that is sure to touch your heart. It is truly the right show, at the right place, at the right time. This production takes place right in the middle of one of the top ten attractions in the United States - Tall Stacks! Tickets for the show are only $20. Performances are nightly at the Freedom Center at 7:30pm from Tuesday, October 3rd through Sunday, October 8th. There is also a matinee at 3:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets must be purchased through the Freedom Center by calling toll-free (1-877-672-9965) or by stopping by during regular business hours.

I hope that you will consider sending this out to anyone who you think might be interested. It is a wonderful show!

Thank you for your time! If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact me.

Bunny Arszman, Director
"The Civil War"
513-325-7842

civil war doctors

wende127 — 5 Sep 2006 4:21:33 GMT

How do I find out about civil war doctors who were from Kentucky or Tennessee?

39TH KY Mounted Infantry

John C. Williams III — 23 Oct 2002 3:53:47 GMT

Seeking info on Pvt. James England, 39TH KY Mounted Infantry.

Thanks,

John

Dom Steinauer Union or CSA?

JoAnn Williams — 16 Apr 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am trying to determine if an ancester may have left militia civil war records. His 1861 and 1862 Carter County tax records state that he was enrolled in the militia but he died Oct. 1861. If tax records were recorded for the previous year, then he was enrolled for the years 1859, 1860 and 1861 until his death.

So is it possible that he served some time as a civil war soldier before his death? If so, how would I determine which army he served?

Lorrie

Continued Search Assistance

RLVALLEE — 20 Aug 2006 6:04:51 GMT

Any assistance on Christopher Brown, married to Anny – I have no maiden name on Anny.
Census reports are contradictory. 1860 census report states Christopher Brown was born in Sussex, England, while the 1850 census states he was born in NC.
Children were Stephen (born 1794) and Martha Brown born in Adair Co. KY

Any assistance on any information or contacts would be great.

Co B of Green River BN

Linda_C — 22 May 2006 1:55:52 GMT

Looking for information on the civil war service of Co B of the Green River Battation?
Aden Smith Hendley served in this unit

Capt. John Smith, Co. K, 14th KY Inf USA

Van Gale — 18 May 2006 10:37:14 GMT

My gg grandfather was named John Smith. He lived most of his life in Lawrence Co. near Louisa and was born there 1847.

His was called "Captain John Smith", but no one can remember why, including my Grandfather who had lived with John Smith for a time when he was a boy (1920'ish).

I found there was a Capt John Smith in the 14th KY Infantry, and was wondering if anyone has information about him.

There were 3 John Smiths in the 14th, and the 1890 veteran census only mentions one, who is described as being totally blind... which wouldn't be my John Smith.

It's rumoured that John Smith lived and farmed on Indian land in the 1880's and 1890's. Would this have put him out of reach of 1890 census takers?

Walden

littlebride63 — 2 Apr 2006 10:12:26 GMT

I'm tring to find my grandfathers roots. His name is Joseph Dickson Walden he was born in Corpus Christi,Tx.on Oct.15,1912.He died Jan.26,1995.His Fathers name is Raleigh D. Walden. His Mothers name is Gussie Mueller. From Corpus Christi,Tx.
Anyone with informtion please email me at littlebride63@aol.com. Joseph had 2 children aboy William Lee,Daughter Barbara Ann. And at one time he was married to Wilda Elizabeth Hardin.

William Stumbo Kentucky

staceylynn61 — 1 Apr 2006 4:51:20 GMT

Am new to searching for military documents and was wondering if anyone could help direct me to any locations that might provide information on soldiers who served from the state of Kentucky during the Civil War? I am speciafically looking for information regarding William Stumbo who was born abt. 1805 and served with 5 of his brothers. They were the sons on Frederick Stumbo. (Floyd County)
William died about 1858, early 1859 and I have not had any luck in locating records confirming his service, nor any widow pensions for his wife, Elizabeth Stumbo. Any help or direction in this search would be most appreciated.

Co. C 14th KY Cav.

CBearre8388 — 25 Feb 2002 8:51:02 GMT

Hartwell E. McBrayer served in the 14th Kentucky Cavalry, Company C during the Civil War. Any information about the 14th would be appreciated.

SHOCKEY, GEORGE W.

Jenny Shockey Conley — 20 Feb 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am interested in any information on my great-grandfather; George W. Shockey. He was a union soldier. He enlisted as a private on 10-25-1861. He was with the 14th Volunteer Infantry. He was discharged at Paintsville, Ky 3-1862 because of his age (16). If you could give me any information him of his family I would appreciate it. Thank you Jenny Shockey

Deciphering Civil War Service Abbreviations

shebbear — 4 Mar 2006 3:51:56 GMT

I am trying to deciper the abbreviations on a card in the General Index to Pension Files. This is for Louis Brussells, who filed for his pension 29 Jan 1912, in Kentucky.

Here is what I'm confused about:

Geore(?) Reotg(?) Serv. U.S.A.
52 Co. U.S. Coast Art. (it definitely doesn't say "Guard")
Hosp. Corps. U.S. A. (this one I understand)

Thanks.

John M. Freeman, Civil War Veteran

Ed. M. — 16 Mar 2006 4:15:37 GMT

Private, Union Army, served in 32nd Kentucky Regt Vol Infantry, Company E. Born: 1847 Kentucky Died: 1915 Molson, Washington. Buried: Kipling Cemetery near Oroville, Washington, Okanogan County. Wife: Nettie.

Gen. Simon Bolivar Buckner

david lee stephens — 4 Mar 2006 9:12:23 GMT

Can someone tell me who Gen. S.B. Buckner's parent where?
I have a line with Ann buckner dau. of capt.William Buckner of Rev.
war fame and I'm trying to see If they are related.
Please email sonikdrum@rock.com

Tebbs Bend

KarenForbes51 — 12 Jan 2002 3:09:42 GMT

I keep hearing about Tebbs Bend that was home to my
family and also a Civil War site but I cannot find
any information on it or it's location. Can anyone
help? Thanks....Karen

Book About Battle of Richmond,Ky.

Anthony Hawkins — 18 Sep 2001 5:24:34 GMT

My book about the Battle of Richmond,Kentucky has entered the publishing process.It contains a killed and wounded list,maps,letters,pictures and interesting facts about the battle where soldiers from Kentucky,Arkansas,Texas,Georgia,Florida,Tennessee,Louisana,Ohio,Michigan,Indiana met for a fierce two day struggle in Madison County.If you would like to receive email notification of its release please email me at benjhill@hotmail.com.Thanks.
Anthony Hawkins

query

Dora Dailey — 14 Feb 1999 12:00:00 GMT

My Dad's First Cousin Cynthia(McCoy)Watts said the her Granny Martha (Brock) Clark said that her father and three of her bothers had served in the Civil War and all returned home.
My GF Willard Owen Roberts DOB3/12/04 DOD80/81 approx
GGF Henry Roberts DOB 8/4/4 DOD 5/18/79
GGM Sally Shoupe
My GM Cora Lee Clark
GGF David Critt Clark
GGM Martha Brock

guffey john co h 13 ky cav

larry r guffey — 18 Feb 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am a relitive of the guffey family of clinton county ky. Looking for info on john guffey co H 13 ky cav and Lt Ephraim B Guffey Co H. I also have info on Guffey family of Clinton county back to 1797

HB unit of the 23rd Regiment US Colored Infantry

2006Ancestors — 28 Jan 2006 4:17:59 GMT

What does HB stand for?
thank you.

Hall's in the Civil War

D Johnson — 27 Jan 2006 2:16:49 GMT

I was told by my mother that I had 2 relations with the same name "William or Will Hall" that fought in the Civil War...one with the South and the other with the North.....someone once wrote me who these were but I lost the information....would love to have that information again...thanks ahead of time for anyone who can tell me???

Colesburg, Hardin Co., Kentucky

genloser — 19 Jul 2001 1:32:41 GMT

My 3rd great grandmother, Paulina Sorrell Purcell Green and her second husband, Richard Green owned the train depot and a store in Colesburg, Hardin Co., Kentucky during the Civil War. Did the railroad through there have anything to do with the Civil War?

Civil War- Kentucky

Merrily — 17 Nov 2005 7:40:17 GMT

Can anyone tell me where I might find records of the
Co A 5 KY Calvery ?

I found online where a Hugh Trainor received a pension for service in A 5 KY Calvary. First as in invalid (1891) and a second listing for his widow Margaret.(1897). Done anyone have any information on this person? He lived in Washington Co. Born 1828 and died 1897.

DISHON, FELLHOUSER, BAKER

Denton Loving — 20 Feb 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for the names of the parents of my great great grandmother. Her name was MARY DISHON BAKER. Her father was said to have fought in the Civil War, probably for the Union side since he bought a farm in Lincoln County afterwards. Mary was born in 1862, probably in Lincoln County. Can anyone help me find any records that would lead me to Mary's parents? Her mother was said to be a FELLHOUSER.

HARDIN COUNTY CONFEDERATES

Joey Oller — 6 Jul 2003 11:41:16 GMT

Looking for names of Confederate Soldiers that are from Hardin County, Ky. Names to be placed on a marker in the Elizabethtown City Cemetery.

Thank You,

Joey Oller
G/Ben Hardin Helm Camp
Sons of Confederate Veterans
Elizabethtown, Ky

Frank Eubanks, Co B, 9th KY Cav 1862

BobEubanks99 — 13 Oct 2005 9:56:40 GMT

Frank Eubanks
Company B, 9th Kentucky Calvary,
Enlisted Sept 15, 1862 in Carlisle, KY
Reported deserted Oct 15, 1862

I would appreciated any information
Bob Eubanks
Leesburg, FL

Company F 9th Volunteers Ky. Cav.

junesuhm6 — 1 Jul 2001 6:11:37 GMT

My ancestor, John Gillespie, is buried in Leora, Missouri. His grave stone reads "1st lieutenant Company F 9th Volunteers Kentucky Cavalry." Where was this regiment formed? I would like to find more about his life before moving to Missouri.

9TH KY CAVARY CSA MORGAN

sparky — 3 Jul 1998 12:00:00 GMT

My great grandfather enlisted in the CSA 9th Ky Cav Co. D in Sept. 1862 in Mason Co, Ky. I am attempting to put together a web page dedicated to Gen. John Hunt Morgan and his men. Any help on the 9th KY Cav CSA would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance

Larry Rigdon
P.O. Box 548
Maysville, Ky. 41056-0548

Morgans Raiders 9th Ky Cav. CSA

sparky — 17 Aug 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am currently putting together a webpage dedicated to General John Hunt Morgan and his men. My great grandfather rode with Co. D of the 9th Ky Cav. under Col. W.C.P. Breckenridge. I would appreciate any and all information that I can get on these guys.

Thanks in advance

12th Kentucky Infantry (U.S.) civil war

sallyclaire1 — 31 Jan 2002 7:21:15 GMT

Am looking for information concerning Canadian-born Capt. John Harties Brown who was killed in action Nov. 30, 1864 in Franklin, Tenn., and subsequently awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor.

Hoping to find as much as possible about Brown. He was born 1834 in Canada but I don't know where in Canada, how long he lived there, whether his relatives stayed in Canada or were in the U.S. He enlisted in Charlestown Mass.

12th Kentucky U.S.

Mike Hoover — 24 Sep 2005 4:15:09 GMT

I am looking for letters, pictures, or stories about the 12th Kentucky U.S. Any info appreciated.

Kentucky Creech & Strong in CSA--both sides.

MaryTubbCreech — 12 Nov 2006 9:16:03 GMT

I am hunting the Kentucky Creeches and Strongs who were in the CSA.Need to know both sides but esp.the Union side.
I will greatly appreciate any info or even links you can give me. Thanks.Mary
mftubb2000@yahoo.com or mftubb@hotmail.com

Mrs. Martha Vaughn-Saves Kentucky-1863

dsegelquist — 13 Dec 2005 4:06:32 GMT

Mrs. Martha Vaughn and one other woman Saves Kentucky from Reble Control. If you would like the info let me know.

Mrs. Louisa Jackman-Saves Kentucky-1863

dsegelquist — 13 Dec 2005 4:06:32 GMT

Mrs. Louisa Jackman and one other woman Saves Kentucky from Reble Control. If you would like the info let me know.

David Shaver & Ky 17th Infantry

HeatherWarner73 — 20 Jul 2005 8:20:01 GMT

I am researching my gr-gr-gr-grandfather Captain David Shaver who served in the “Home Guard” in Ohio County, Kentucky. I believe that he was connected with the 17th Infantry which originated in the area.

I am looking for any and all information I can to piece together his story.

10th (Diamond's) Ky Cavalry

William Patrick Watson II — 18 Jul 2005 12:35:23 GMT

A William J. Watson is listed on the roster of Co. A of 10th (Diamond's) Ky Cavalry. I am trying to verify if this is my GG Grandfather "William Jasper Watson" b 1834 Scott Co, Ky and d 1917 Owen Co, Ky. Married to Louisanna Perry of Woodford Co, Ky who was b 1839 and d 1923 Owen Co, Ky. They were married in 1857 and had three children: Benjamin F.; Anna F.; and, my Great Grandfather William Patrick Watson. Any information would be appreciated.

Camp Alcorn-Hopkinsville, Kentucky-Riverside Cemetary

ldenaut — 3 Jul 2005 8:11:02 GMT

Camp Alcorn-Hopkinsville, Kentucky-Riverside Cemetary

ldenaut — 3 Jul 2005 8:07:33 GMT

Camp Alcorn-Hopkinsville, Kentucky-Riverside Cemetary

ldenaut — 10 May 2006 2:38:09 GMT

Camp Alcorn-Hopkinsville, Kentucky-Riverside Cemetary

ldenaut — 3 Jul 2005 8:04:35 GMT

Camp Alcorn-Hopkinsville, Kentucky-Riverside Cemetary

ldenaut — 3 Jul 2005 7:54:35 GMT

Camp Alcorn-Hopkinsville, Kentucky-Riverside Cemetary

ldenaut — 22 Jan 2006 4:49:44 GMT

James R. White

marcie3734 — 24 Jun 2005 3:21:53 GMT

Looking for any information on James R. White, who served in the 4th Ky Regt, Co. E. He was mustered in as a Drummer and mustered out as a Lt. Regt Quarter Master. His head stone was found in Clark Co, KY and we are trying to find out anything about him so that the headstone can be put back in its orginial place.

info re: relatives

Steve Simer — 28 Dec 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am attempting to locate war service information from KY sources pertaining to John G. Simer (Co. D & F, 14th KY Inf.), Asa J. Simer (Co. G, 14 KY Inf.), and Martin V. Simer (Co. K, 16th KY Inf.) At the time of their respective enlistments, I believe the three were living in or around Lewis County, KY. I have copies of pension application files for the above individuals which list the last names as "Simer", however on various other items the name has been listed as Picklesimer, P'Simer, or B'Simer. The above unit affiliations are from the pension records, however the only person I have been able to locate on a Kentucky military roster is Martin. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Steve

48th Kentucky Mounted Infantry

SouthernMan_007 — 5 May 2005 9:07:42 GMT

My g-g-g-grandfather William N. Travis was in the 48th Kentucky Mounted Infantry Company B I was wondering if anybody knew where I could find a roster for that regiment I searched all over the internet but cant find any thing on that certain regiment.
Thank You,
Michael

Col George M. Jessee

Bentley M. Jessee — 2 Mar 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Seeking information on Col. George M. Jessee, CO Jessee's Kentucky Mounted Rifles, beyond Official Records data.

26th C. Company Infantry

JeanneLincoln72 — 28 Oct 2001 5:37:57 GMT

I have my great grandfather's (Levi Davis) military discharge and pension papers I orderedfrom the National Archives in Washington D.C. They state he was in the Kentucky 26th C. Company Infantry. Everytime I find anything about the Civil War, I read it, as he was wounded in the "Battle of Nashville". There is nevery any thing mentioned about the 26th division either on this site where all the company names are listed. This is a puzzle for me. Can anyone help. My g grandfather was from McLean Co. in KY. thanks. jlinc12317@aol.com

20th Infantry Kentucky & 6th Reg Vet Cavalry of Kentucky

LyndaNoyes — 15 Nov 2005 11:08:13 GMT

I am looking for info on the 6th Reg. Vet. Cavalry of Kentucky. and 20th KY Infantry. My ggg father is Eli Masters (Master). I found his name on the roster for the 20th but I can't get any detailed info to confirm he is my Eli Masters.

Lynda

F.A. (Frank) SMITH - 8th Ky Vol Infantry, Co G (CSA)

Kathye_Upham — 10 May 2005 2:57:55 GMT

I would like to identify the William M. SMITH who enlisted in the 8th Ky Volunteer Infantry, Co G (CSA) 26 Sep 1861 at Camp Reeves, TN. He died 11 Nov 1861 at Hopkinsville, KY of pneumonia and measles. This is all I know about him.

F.A. SMITH also enlisted in the 8th Ky Volunteer Infantry, Co G (CSA) 26 Sep 1861 at Camp Reeves, TN and I am trying to find out if these two men could have been related?

F.A. (Frank Allen) SMITH was captured at Ft Donelson in Feb 1862, captured again at unknown place, fought in the Battle of Shiloh, and afterwards at age 17, he deserted 01 Dec 1862 at Hatchie River Retreat.

Frank was born 25 Mar 1843 somewhere in Kentucky and died 26 Aug in McCurtain Co, Oklahoma. He told his son that after he deserted he went back to Kentucky but all of his family was "gone" and he said he never saw his family again. We don't know if he went home right after he deserted or much later and we don't know where his family was living when he enlisted in 1861.

I feel certain that the information Frank gave his son is truthful as he was very honest about his desertion. He said that after the Battle of Shiloh "you could not take one step without stepping on a body and that was all he could take of the war."

This son died in 1959 but his wife is still living at age 100 and she doesn't remember ever hearing any names of her husband's family other than his father, his mother Elizabeth [Brown] who was Native American & died 07 Mar 1894 in Indian Territory, and his step-mother Eliza [unknown].

ANY information about the above William M. SMITH and Frank Allen SMITH would be gratefully appreciated.

Kathye

William M. SMITH - 8th Ky Volunteer Infantry, Co G (CSA)

Kathye_Upham — 10 May 2005 2:48:51 GMT

I would like to identify the William M. SMITH who enlisted in the 8th Ky Volunteer Infantry, Co G (CSA) 26 Sep 1861 at Camp Reeves, TN. He died 11 Nov 1861 at Hopkinsville, KY of pneumonia and measles. This is all I know about him.

An F.A. SMITH also enlisted in the 8th Ky Volunteer Infantry, Co G (CSA) 26 Sep 1861 at Camp Reeves, TN and I am trying to find out if these two men could have been related?

F.A. (Frank Allen) SMITH was captured at Ft Donelson in Feb 1862, captured again at unknown place, fought in the Battle of Shiloh, and afterwards at age 17, he deserted 01 Dec 1862 at Hatchie River Retreat.

Frank was born 25 Mar 1843 somewhere in Kentucky and died 26 Aug in McCurtain Co, Oklahoma. He told his son that after he deserted he went back to Kentucky but all of his family was "gone" and he said he never saw his family again. We don't know if he went home right after he deserted or much later and we don't know where his family was living when he enlisted in 1861.

I feel certain that the information Frank gave his son is truthful as he was very honest about his desertion. He said that after the Battle of Shiloh "you could not take one step without stepping on a body and that was all he could take of the war."

This son died in 1959 but his wife is still living at age 100 but she doesn't remember ever hearing any names of her husband's family other than his father, his mother Elizabeth [Brown] who was Native American, and his step-mother Eliza [unknown].

ANY information about the above William M. SMITH and Frank Allen SMITH would be gratefully appreciated.

Kathye

help identify this picture of the 13th Kentucky Infantry, Company B

Brett Conover — 3 May 2005 7:20:35 GMT

This is supposed to be a Company photo of the 13th Kentucky Infantry Co. B. Has anyone seen this before that can confirm it? The fifth man from the right side, on the front row looks like Capt. Oliver Bomar Patteson.

Also, I know for a fact that there is a civil war reunion photo taken well after this one that has my ancestor William Henry Conover and other members from this company in it. It was published in an Adair Co. magazine of some sort several years back, but I can't find a copy of this photo. Has anyone seen a photo like this, other than the one that I have posted for the 13th Cavalry veterans?

Also, there is a Company photo of the 13th KY Infantry Co. B other than the one that I have attached. My ggg-aunt had it hanging in her home, and it was stolen after she died. Nobody has seen one like it since. Has anyone seen another copy of this photo? It would be a large, full Company photo like this one.

General - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Butlers in the Civil War

Knox County Kentucky

LBL also known as Between the Rivers Ky/Tn

looking for pictures of the following Union Kentucky soldiers

Daviess County Home Guard

Ancestor Identification

Determining if CW Militia Records Exist

How to Obtain Civil War records of ggrandfather, Robert B McIntire

6th Kentucky Cavalry CSA -- Co H

7th Kentucky Infantry C.S.

Campbell death civil war

45th Kentucky Mounted Infantry

Jacob WEDDINGTON, Pike CO.

12th KENTUCKY INFANTRY

CAMP NICHOLASVILLE

WAYNE CO. KY

COMPANY F, 12TH KENTUCKY INFANTRY

6th Kentucky Calvary - Wm L. Carpenter

17th ky vol infantry

Clark Brothers from Ky. in Civil War

confused about simon lunsford

5th Kentucky Infantry-CSA

5th Kentucky Infantry-CSA

Simpson Co., KY Companies CSA or USA

NEWTON, Wm H: 9th KENTUCKY VOL INF?

Graves

Death Records on the Tunnell Family

30th KY Mounted INF

Compton Photo

45th.Kentucky Infantry

identification

Ancestors

Original 5th Ky. Infantry

David,Jno Allen,Wm Godsey

Ky 3rd vol infantry Co *F*

3rd Regiment Kentucky Volunteers

thornsbery's in the 13th ky. cavalry

Geneology Robert Hurd

10th Kentucky Cavary , CSA "The Yankee Chasers"

Ky Vol. Inftry 7th Regiment

Kentucky soldierin Civil War

thornsberry's in the civil war

Medlin or Richardson

Halcomb in the Civil War

Proving allegiance?

JOSIAH GAYLE 2ND KENTUCKY INF. CSA

Walter B. Smith born KY and died MD in Civil War

4th Cavalry of Kentucky

The Crittenden County Ky Guards...Any Rosters and info available??

decendants of wadlington

"The Civil War" production

civil war doctors

39TH KY Mounted Infantry

Dom Steinauer Union or CSA?

Continued Search Assistance

Co B of Green River BN

Capt. John Smith, Co. K, 14th KY Inf USA

Walden

William Stumbo Kentucky

Co. C 14th KY Cav.

SHOCKEY, GEORGE W.

Deciphering Civil War Service Abbreviations

John M. Freeman, Civil War Veteran

Gen. Simon Bolivar Buckner

Tebbs Bend

Book About Battle of Richmond,Ky.

query

guffey john co h 13 ky cav

HB unit of the 23rd Regiment US Colored Infantry

Hall's in the Civil War

Colesburg, Hardin Co., Kentucky

Civil War- Kentucky

DISHON, FELLHOUSER, BAKER

HARDIN COUNTY CONFEDERATES

Frank Eubanks, Co B, 9th KY Cav 1862

Company F 9th Volunteers Ky. Cav.

9TH KY CAVARY CSA MORGAN

Morgans Raiders 9th Ky Cav. CSA

12th Kentucky Infantry (U.S.) civil war

Ky 3rd vol infantry Co F