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William Harrison Brewer

kmarcum41653 — 24 May 2005 3:33:36 GMT

I am looking for information on William Brewer who was born about 1814-1815 to Issac Brewer and Elizabeth Meade. He was married to Margaret Marcum in Lawrence Coounty, KY in 1848. They had a son named James Harrison Marcum. He was later married to Rebecca (Lawrence?). He served in the Confederate Army as a Serg. in the 4th VA Cavalry. He was alive in 1886. His father was in the Logan CO, KY Tax List is 1833. He had a brother named Lewis who married Rebecca Marcum. Any assistance appreciated.

Capt. Richard B. Foley

johnnyfoley89 — 27 Jan 2007 4:36:39 GMT

The Captain is my Great-Great Grandfather. He is buried in the Old Foley Family Cemetery on the Headwaters of Camp Creek, WV. His wife was Parshandatha McAlexandria. She is also buried bin the Old Foley Cementey which is located in Mercer County, WV.

Floyd William Bailey, Co. A WV Inf CW - Confedeerate

JWBailey33 — 4 Apr 2008 2:24:10 GMT

The only information I have been able to find is that my Grandfather was in the above unit in the Civil War. This is from the burial record in Glenwood, Iowa. Have not found any other information to verify or otherwise. I hope someone can help me. Thank you.

Francis Goff Co. I 15th WV Infantry

lewcygoff — 22 Apr 2008 3:28:02 GMT

I am looking for information on Francis/ Francys Goff who was in Co. I 15th WV Infantry. I have him dying in 1862 and being buried in Tyler Co. VA. I'm guessing he might have died in camp before actually being in a battle. His wife was Elizabeth and she did receive his pension. In the 1860 Census, he, Elizabeth, and his son, Joseph were located in Harrison Co. VA. I am trying to find who his parents are. I'm hoping if I can determine where he joined up it might point me in his family's location.

Thanks,
Lucy Goff

civil war

hoosierdaddy47 — 24 Feb 2008 5:36:49 GMT

anyone have anything on john young naylor he was suppose to go in as a corporal and come out a first sgt. would be in the com.b 9th regiment wva infantry

Hughes C.S.A.

Art Hughes — 8 Nov 1999 12:00:00 GMT

William Web HUGHES born in unknown Virginia.Probably the 1830s or 40s.Buried in Creston Church Cementary,Evans WVa.,Jackson County.
Assuming he lived close in that area. Evans,Ripley, Ravenswood,Cottageville.
No dates on his headstone. Only Co.B 22 Va.Inf CSA
Have found mention of 2 different 22nd Infantrys.Battalion and Regiment. On one site that I stupidly forgot to write down,found Comapny B listed, but no link for information.Hoping if I can find his service dates,maybe will help to find if he was born in Virginia.I don't know were he came from,if not born there, before he was shown as being in that area.

Camp Chase

Harry L. Atkins — 14 Nov 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for information regarding records of Camp Chase Military Prison in Columbus, Ohio. Relatives captured in Boone County were taken there. I have National Archive Data on GGgrandfather William "Wilson" Adkins who was taken there. I believe he was taken from Boone Co. Wv to Camp Piatt, Near Charleston, WV and then to Mountain Department in Wheeling and then to Camp Chase.

Short

KarenHern15 — 17 Oct 2007 6:01:40 GMT

I am searching for information on Andrew J. Short. He served as a Private in Company F of the 10th West Virginia Infantry. On May 3, 1862, he was mustered in at Sutton, WV. He was mustered out on May 3, 1865.

Civil War Skirmish @ Palestine/Muddy Creek Mt.

GregBallengee — 2 Oct 2007 11:43:19 GMT

Just outside Alderson, at an area known as Palestine, there
was a Civil War skirmish at an old mill, currently the Kincaid farm.

This likely happened in 1861, but I'm not certain.

Does anyone have any info on this event?

It seems to have been a minor incident, I've yet to find any reference other than regarding the death of John Robert Ballengee.

Any assistance would be greatly appreciated!!!

Wm. McIntosh, 12th Reg WV Infantry

patdarl — 26 Aug 2007 10:01:49 GMT

The Beaverhead Co. Montana Museum has a Civil War Record for William McIntosh, b. Taylor Co. WV (or VA). He was age 22 in 1865. Enlisted in the Union Army at Grafton, VA in 1862, mustered out at Richmond, VA. We do not know if he has any connection to Beaverhead Co. Does anyone know anything about this soldier?

5th West Virginia Infantry

Debracopley52 — 19 Oct 2001 12:45:19 GMT

Looking for information on this unit formed in Ceredo with Colonel John Zeigler commanding. Does anyone have muster rolls or know where to obtain them. I also would like to know the history of this unit, can anyone recommend a good book?

Thomas Jefferson Braden

ahfred — 27 Jul 2007 1:09:06 GMT

I am looking for information about my great grandfather, Thomas Jefferson Braden. He was born in 1846 and died in 1902 in Fairmont WV. He fought for WV in the civil war. He was a member of the K Company, 10th Infantry Regiment of West Virginia. His wife, Mary Hulda Salisbury, was an honorary member of the Hoffman Circle of the Grand Army of the Republic. They had four girls. Sallie married a Windel and Anne married a Holt.

Col. Andrew Jackson Piercy

JR_Cockfield — 24 Jun 2001 6:24:57 GMT

Does anyone have any information on Col. Andrew Jackson Piercy, a native of Greenbrier County, WV, who served in the War Between the States? Thanks

Asa W Avery - where is he buried in Sheperdstown, WV?

yankee_ma — 20 Apr 2007 2:41:09 GMT

I have a copy of a letter dated June 27, 1863 from a clerk at Sheperdstown Hospital, written to Asa's sister Martha, that Asa died the day before from pnuemonia. He was to be properly buried and the gravesite be marked according to the note. Asa W Avery was part of Co. C, 31st Infantry Regiment from GA. Would anyone know what cemetery this might be and would it still be marked?

15 VOL INF CO.I

JennieB2005 — 6 Apr 2007 3:42:45 GMT

I am looking for information regarding this company's movements. My ancestor died 17 Jan 1863 at Sir John's Run.
I am intersted to know any more details.
Thank you
Jen
Jen_butcher@bellsouth.net

Allen Wesley Collins 1840-1863

litame — 5 Mar 2002 4:42:24 GMT

Allen W. Collins was born and died in Terra Alta, West Virginia. Family lore is that he came home sick from the Civil war (Northern Side) but died soon after returning home. Nothing about his Army service what Reg. etc. His wife's name was Annibel Jefferies

ROBERTS, RIFFE, KELLY, MULLINS

Ali Carlton — 1 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Marshall ROBERTS b. 1825 s/o Isaac and Dorcus KELLY MULLINS, d. 1864, some believe Marshall died as a soldier - which side, I don't know. His wife, Dicy RIFFE, remarried Ali Kennedy, so there are no pension records. Family moved from Shelby Creek, Pike Co. to McDowell, Wyoming and Cabel. (according to census records) (Tazewell, before the war.)
Thanks for any leads. Ali

Bushwhacker on Powell Mountain, Nicholas Co.

Ron Nelson — 29 Jan 2005 1:04:52 GMT

Does anyone have any information on Samuel Perine, Pvt. Co E, 3rd Regt, WV Cav. He was shot from ambush while taking a drink from a spring on Powell Mt. Mar 16, 1863...Any info as to where he may be buried will be appreciated...Ron Nelson

Simpson Ferguson -Civil War

Brenda Carwell — 23 Oct 2006 8:04:05 GMT

I am lookin for proof that ancestor Simpson Ferguson b.1840 and married to Rebecca Davis was in the Civil War. There were two Simpsons that were cousins and I think they were both in the Wayne Co Fergerson Unit.

pollybunn@aol.com

Co.E 10th WVa. Infantry

John Wofter — 9 Nov 2000 12:00:00 GMT

George W. Wolverton
Webster County W.Va.
Company E Tenth W.Va.
Infantry Volunteer
How do you find his military records? John

Alley Veteran

Joyce Yowler — 18 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am seeking ancestry info on Uriah,(Ducky?)Talmadge Alley, he married Brucie Clousten....His father was Rev. John Alley, mother was Jane Hennen.

I've been told by family members, and just received an email from another searcher, that Uriah (Ducky?), was the oldest living Civil War veteran.

Also need decendant info on Brucie Closten's and Uriah Alley's son, Wood Bruce(Woodburn?)(Woody) Alley.

Carlin's Wheeling Battery, 1st WV Arty, Co. D

dondworth — 20 Nov 2006 9:07:38 GMT

For the past year I have been researching William Anshutz, the Civil War soldier who died in Andersonville. Although he lived in Pittsburgh, he was with a West Virginia regiment (actually a couple of them), but the one he was in last was Carlin's 1st West Virginia Artillery, Battery D (the Wheeling Battery). I was able to prove my relationship to William and claim his unclaimed veteran's medal from the West Virginia Division of Culture & History. Photos of the medal are here:

http://www.48ovvi.org/medal/

It's quite a treasure to me as I am a big Civil War buff and this is the closest thing I have to an actual Civil War ancestor!

Anyone with ancestors in Carlin's Battery might want to purchase the book on his unit. It's really great and I can recommend it highly:

http://www.lindapages.com/1wvla/1wvla.htm

Don Worth
Valencia, CA

Pleasant J. Rawley 8th Regt Jackson Tenn .Aug,27, 1861

Nancy Dickerson — 31 Jul 2006 11:26:18 GMT

We are trying to find WHERE Pleasant J. Rawley of the 8th. Infantry Reg, Jackson Co. Tenn died. We have his death date Aug. 27, 1861 in the Cheat Mountain Campaign but have no idea where or if he was buried. Can any one give us any help Please as we would like to place a stone and marker on his final resting place in the most proper and dignified manner. Thank you so much Nan Dickerson.

Revolutionary War

Marilyn Baker — 15 Apr 2006 5:31:37 GMT

I am looking for any information for Edward Barrett in the Revolutionary War as a Private in the 12th Virginia Regiment.

DeBernardeaux Family

jade5966 — 26 Jun 2006 1:00:59 GMT

I am looking for a family named DeBernardeaux (later changed to Bernard) who had a plantation in Mason County that was burned down during the civil war. There were alot of people who lived on the plantation, including slaves. The father died from injuries received in the civil war and the mother fled to Missouri with her small children when they burned down the home.

George Wheeling CW soldier buried Calhoun Co WV

Ann Newell — 25 Sep 2006 10:50:35 GMT

The Calhoun Cemetery book says there is a George Wheeling buried in the Minnora Prudence Chapel Cemetery.
Seeking information on this man & the Company he served in.
I can find no Wheeling's in Tim McKinney's Civil War almanac that served from WV
Any info will be greatly appreciated so we can mark his grave with a CW marker
Thanks Ann

14TH KENTUCKY VOLUNTEER INFANTRY REGIMENT(USA)

Marlitta H. Perkins — 9 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am currently writing a book on the 14th KY Volunteer Infantry Regiment (USA).
The members of this unit came mostly from Lawrence, Johnson, Floyd and Pike Counties, KY, but also from Wayne and Cabell Counties (among others), W.VA.
I am looking for photos, letters, diaries, pension and military records or any other information on soldiers of the 14th KY. Any help would be greatly appreciated!!
Would love to hear from descendants that had members in the regiment.
Please come and visit our new 14th KY website!
Lots of information and more to come!
Thanks!!!
Marlitta H. Perkins
14th KY Regimental Historian

Asa Wray

RoachCavman — 23 Apr 2006 8:42:36 GMT

I have seen where several individuals have stated that Asa Wray of Mason County served as a Colonel in the Civil War, dying in that conflict, yet I have been unable to find a service record. If anyone has firm information on this, please reply. Thanks.

civil war information

D Bonnett — 8 Aug 2006 9:35:56 GMT

I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF ANYONE HAS ANY INFORMATION OF ANY SOLDIERS THAT FOUGHT IN THE CIVIL WAR WITH THE LAST NAME BONNETT I AM TRYING TO FIND SOME FAMILY HISTORY.

Jesse C. Middaugh

Darl Stephenson — 23 Sep 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I'm looking for information about the circumstances of the death of Jesse C. Middaugh, a former Sergeant of the 5th West Virginia Infantry. He was reported to have been killed at Ceredo in Wayne County, but there may have been records in Cabell County as well. He was married to Mary Anna Vanhoose, a family which has roots in the Kentucky, WVA, and Ohio border region. He may have been living under the alias of Jack Meadows to hide his work as a scout in the Union Army. Besides the circumstances of his death I'd like to know the location of his grave.

KY 11th and 12th Calvalry

smsaether — 3 Jun 2006 12:42:34 GMT

I recently found my ancestor JAMES G. NIX on the 1890 census Special Schedule in Grant County, KY. The scheduled gives the following information for him:

ED 96
Page 1
House No: 58

James G Nix Private B 11 KY Cav Aug 15 1863 Aug 20 1865 2 5

also given: "transferred from 11 KY Cav to Co B 12 Ky Cav."
Disability Incurred: Running sores ....? and Hemorrhoids of Bowels

translated: James G Nix Private in Company B 11th Regiment KY Cavalry
Enlistment August 15, 1863, Discharge August 20 1865, length of service 2 years 5 days.

I am not familiar with Civil War history...Union or Confederate Regiments.
I cannot find him on any list for the Kentucky 11th or 12th. I'm confused on whether this is Union or Confederate?? I wrote the National Archives for information, but they cannot find him with this information.

Can anyone be of help in my search for further records

Thank you,
Susanne M. Saether

BURDINE

CINDY — 2 Jun 2006 2:46:38 GMT

LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ON JEREMIAH BURDINE...

3 WEST VIRGINIA CAV.

ENLISTED3/7/1865

DIED7/17/1888
RAVENSWOOD, WEST VIRGINIA

Surface Soldiers

Linda Miller — 24 Oct 2003 4:16:55 GMT

Could anyone help me with trying to find out if these two men served in the Civil War from Virginia

George Washington Surface born April 1823 in Montgomery County Va

Andrew Martin Surface born 1836 in Montgomery Co, Va.

Thank you

James William Turpin

amybryson1 — 19 Apr 2006 9:22:48 GMT

James William Turpin (Turpen) b. 4 Mar 1838 and died 27 Oct 1922. He died in a Soldiers Home in Virginia and the family paid to have the body moved to Lamar Cemetery near Possum Walk Missouri. I was curious if there were records of a Soldiers Home that might have some information on him or perhaps a photo of the building. I do not know why he was moved so far from home or if there was other family in the area.

COURT RECORDS IN W V

JacquelineBeach50 — 29 Jan 2006 8:28:57 GMT

I would like to visit Nicholas and Webster Co. Courthouses in the near future. I am interested in obtaining copies of birth and death records. Is this possible? I have read that the Vital Records are closed, is this true? I am also interested in viewing land records and wills. Will I be able to do this?
Any help will be appreciated. Thank you.
Jacqueline Beach

84 Vass Family members served in the CSA, How do I find out about them?

AuntBGail — 15 Mar 2005 11:37:56 GMT

LOOKING 4 GGG GRAND FATHER

robynjacobia2006 — 7 Jan 2006 5:25:30 GMT

Any one know anything about my ggg grand father FREDERICK W. YAGER. He came to united states from Germany when he was 16 years old, and was in the civil war. not sure if he died in mountain home tenn, or west virg. I do know he was married to ELIZABETH ANN IRONS in sept 1864 oakland maryland and Had 12 children.

Looking for Civil War Photos of Ancestors

TerriSmith2007 — 7 Nov 2006 6:34:23 GMT

Hello,

Does anyone who where I might be able to find photos of my ancestors who fought with the 7th WV Cav. Would the Archives in Charleston have copies of union soliders?
Thanks.
My E-mail address is terrismith@adelphia.net

Look-up request

Beth — 20 Sep 2002 3:10:46 GMT

I need help from anyone that has books or records who is willing to do a lookup for me. My relative that was supposed to have served in the Civil War was Richard WITHROW, aka Martin V. Withrow, aka Van B. Withrow, aka Richard MV Withrow. His wife filed for a pension after his death. No record of Richard was ever found by the pension office. I am beginning to wonder if his name is misspelled somewhere in the records, or if he was in some sort of secret company or something. His wife wrote the pension comissioner a letter saying that her husband was too proud to ask for a pension while he was alive, however soon after his death she filed for the pension. She said he was in the 1st WV infantry, co. B. No record was found. Several years later she applies again saying that he served in a NY regiment. Odd, they were from WV. His brothers Frances Marion and John Newman both served in the 7th WV calvary, I believe. Odd, but no mention of Richard, I would have thought he would be in the same co. If anyone can help, or has ideas please let me know.

60TH VIRGINIA CO B

LESTER_STOKES — 21 Jan 2006 7:42:15 GMT

MY GREAT GREAT GRANDFATHER SERVED IN THE CONFEDERACY.BUT I CANNOT FIND ANY INFO ON HIM OR THIS UNIT HIS NAME WAS CURTIS A WITHROW FROM SUMMERS COUNTY WEST VIRGINIA BORN ABOUT 1835 HIS WIFES NAME WAS MARY SOME SAY HE DIED IN THE WAR SOME SAY HE DID NOT.IF SOMEONE HAS INFO ON THIS I SURE WOULD APPRECIATE HEARING IT

ELLIOTT Charles W

cathy4510 — 16 Mar 2002 3:19:48 GMT

Looking for any info on Charles W Elliott born 1845, served in Co A 11th Reg WV Infantry Volunteers. Born in Wood Co WV. Trying to establish connection to Aquilla Elliott. Son?
He was killed in action April 1865 in Petersburg. Thanks.

11th WV Infantry

Michael Pearcy — 22 Jul 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Am looking for any information regarding the service of the 11th WV Infantry during the Civil War.

Thomas Burrows

Irene Read — 13 Mar 2001 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for info on Thomas Burrows...He served as a private in Company "C" 11th Regiment WV infantry...How would I get a copy of his service record? There is a conflict about his midle name and H or a W...I am trying to find out which one it is...He served from 1862 to 1865...Thank you for any help you can give me.

Edgar County, Illinois

NancyHannah51 — 30 Sep 2006 8:00:53 GMT

One of my husband's ancestors, Javan Bowden, was born in Union, Monroe County, (West) Virginia, but traveled to Edgar County, Illinois and joined the 12 IL US INF in 1861. Paris, in Edgar County, has turned up fairly often in my West Virginia searches and I wondered if anyone can tell me why it was a frequent destination for West Virginians? Also, how common was it for someone from Monroe County to join the Union army? Thanks for any information.

Bazaleel Meek, Co. C 13 W. VA. Inf.

bobbybennett1 — 19 Jan 2006 3:30:48 GMT

I am the Chairman of the Family Research Committee for Long Creek Cemetery, Sunnyvale. Dallas County, Texas. We are continuing our search for information on the individuals buried there. The genealogical information can be found at: http://wc.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=longcreek

The Long Creek Cemetery website is: http://www.longcreekcemetery.com

We are looking for information on:
Bazaleel Meek
Born: xxxxxxxxxxx (No Dates on tombstone)
Died: xxxxxxxxxxx
Co. C 13 W. VA. Inf.

1880 Census list him in Hannan, Mason County, West Virginia as born abt 1833 in Pennsylvania.

Which Army was this unit in?

Any addition information is welcome!

Information about Great Great Grandfather

jemjr471 — 22 Jan 2006 9:31:22 GMT

I am looking for information about my Great Great Grandfather Willam H. Tucker CO. A 22 Virginia Inf. enlisted 7/7/61 at Camp Thompkins Kanawha Co. WV. Was POW at Point Lookout MD.
9/24/64 to 3/15/65. Any information please contact me.

civil war pictures

Jan Rubelmann — 27 Jan 2006 4:34:05 GMT

I am looking for a picture of my great grandfather who fought in the 12th West Virginia Infantry. His name was Peter Herbert. If anyone has any group picures of this unit I would love to see it with hopes that he would be on it. Thanks, Jan

CIVIL WAR CALVARY UNIT

DON STRANSKY — 15 Jun 2005 6:53:35 GMT

CAN ANYONE HELP ME WITH INFORMATION ABOUT WELL'S COMPANY,SMITH'S BATTALION, VIRGINIA CALVARY ?? ANY AND ALL INFORMATION 'SHORE' WOULD BE NICE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

bryans va .battery

wwwcontinueforhim — 20 May 2002 8:25:19 GMT

looking for any information on bryans battery , had two ancestors who fought in this unit.

36th VA Infantry

PeggyBrainard27 — 10 Nov 2005 3:40:52 GMT

I have the muster roll cards for my ancestor along with the fact that he was taken prisoner in Fayetteville. There is no information of what happened to him after he was taken prisoner. No death date, where he was buried, prison camp that he might have been taken to, etc. I would like to find out when he died, where he might be buried, or what prison camp he may have been taken to or any other information.
My ancestors name is William Mann, 36th VA Infantry, Confederate, POW 5-15-1863 in Fayetteville, WV.
His family was from Boone County, WV. His mother was Melvina Kaylor Mann Lewis, his step-father was James Lewis. He had many step siblings, one sister Mary Elizabeth Mann Harless (James Harless) and one brother, Charles Mann, who served in the same infantry. His wife was Elizabeth McGuire Mann. He had one son Oliver David Mann b. 1863.
If anyone can help me with this or any of this family, I would appreciate it. You can email me at Peglet731@aol.com.

Elisha Manor Diary-Four Years along the Tilhance

Steve French — 12 Dec 2005 2:20:58 GMT

I have recently published a Civil War diary that I edited called "Four Years Along the Tilhance-The Private Diary of Elisha Manor." It is a diary that begins on July 1, 1861 and ends on May 17, 1865. Manor was a young man who helped his father run a farm and gristmill in Johnsontown-about 4 miles west of Hedgesville. His two brothers served in Co. E 2nd Va. Inf.in the Stonewall Brigade. Lots of info on local Civil War action-especially along the B&O Railroad. Also much information on local families and churches. The 142 pg paperback includes pictures, maps, notes, and separate appendices on churches, towns and villages, and other locations. Cost of the book is $15 plus $2.50 S&H Send Check or money order to Steve French 8604 Martinsburg Rd. Hedgesville, W.Va. 25427

John D. Ross Company F Ferguson's Battalion, Virginia Cavalry (Guyandotte Battalion)

rootdigger101 — 23 Nov 2005 5:17:28 GMT

I found this infomation at Ancestry and believe that it may be my gg-grandfather. How would I go about getting his military records? Would anyone have a muster roll on this battalion or any more information on Fergusons Battalion. I believe that this battalion was formed from soldiers from Wayne co. Wv.

Researching CW ancestors of Pendleton Co.

Elizabeth Blewitt JENKINS — 4 Oct 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for my ancestors who lived in West Virginia and served in the Civil War. Charles, George and Berkeley BLEWITT from Pendleton County, WV. Also any HARTMAN'S, HUNTERS, and THOMPSON'S from Pendleton County. Thanks for any help you can give me. Will be happy to share. Thanks Elizabeth

18th VA Cav.

Wilda Hogbin — 25 Sep 2005 5:55:00 GMT

Are you still looking for this info? If so, e-mail me.
Wilda Hogbin

Civil War battle at Guyandotte

donsey — 28 Jun 2001 11:22:57 GMT

I'm searching for details about a battle fought on Nov. 10, 1861 at or near Guyandotte, Cabell Co., WV, in which a Capt. George Bartlett Bailey of Ohio was killed.

Confederate Soldiers Grave Sites

Ernie E Page — 4 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Hello. I am with the WV Div Sons of Confederate Veterans and we are at this time undertaking a project to locate the Burial sites of Confederate soldiers buried In WV if you have any information on such please send me any information that you may have. THANKS

Battle of Guyandotte

Ronald D. Chaffin — 28 Mar 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for information on the Civil War Battle of Guyandotte, Wayne Co. in which my wife's gr., gr., grandfather fought and was captured by Confederates, escaped and was recaptured and escaped again, or was in a second battle, captured and escaped again. His full name was Kellian van Renesselaer Whaley.

8th Tenn. Infantry, CSA -- Huntersville 1861

Donna Hamilton — 20 Jul 2005 2:35:27 GMT

My ggggrandfather, Samuel Poteet, with Co. F, 8th Tenn. Infantry, CSA, died on August 25, 1861 at Huntersville, VA (now WV) -- Does anyone know where he might be buried? Are there tombstones for Confederate soldiers who died there? I think he may have died from disease and not in battle. -- Any help will be greatly appreciated ! Thanks!!

CAMP ALLEGHENY

kinkir1 — 12 Dec 2004 1:41:50 GMT

My GGGrandfather CAPT. WILLIAM HARRISON MOLLOHAN was killed on December 13, 1861 at Camp Allegheny. Does anyone know if the bodies were buried there or transported elsewhere?

I am changing e-mail addresses so would appreciate any replys be sent to "kinkir@verizon.net"

I need to find out how to change my address with roots web --

62nd Virginia Mtd Inf

Charlie Knight — 4 Jan 2004 6:44:36 GMT

I am working on a manuscript about the May 15, 1864, Battle of New Market, in which the 62nd VA participated. Am looking for any letters, diaries, photos, etc. of members of this unit.

Thanks,
Charlie Knight

Civil War Veteran William Fairfax Pell photo on line

Not_A_Relative — 13 Jun 2005 6:40:53 GMT

Photo of William Fairfax Pell
on line at familyoldphotos.com

To view the photo
http://www.familyoldphotos.com/5c/2w/william_fairfax_pell.ht...

2nd Ohio Cavalry

ArleyMeadows — 23 Aug 2006 1:39:21 GMT

Does anyone know about this unit, specifically Company A of the 2nd Ohio Cavalry? I am trying to track down a Madison Meadows who was living in Surry County, NC, in 1890 when he applied for a pension based on service in this unit. According to census records he was born in WV - I am trying to find out where. I have reviewed online records and cannot find him listed in this unit, or any other. Does anyone know what WV/VA counties may have contributed men to this unit?
(I have sent for the pension records for this Madison Meadows but you know how long it takes to get these from the National Archives!!!)

Reg. of Home Guards of New Martinville.

linneahyder3907 — 23 May 2005 11:01:09 GMT

Hello, I'm looking for any information on the Reg. of Home Guards of New Martinville, WV. My great Grandfather was in this unit around the time of Morgan's Raid. I am curious about what side of the war they were on. I think that this Reg. might have gone to Kentucky because that is where he met his wife and got married. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Linnea Hyder

arkansas civil war company photos

mmhorne — 14 Sep 2005 10:51:57 GMT

Burial Place

teddie hampton griffith — 27 May 2005 6:53:57 GMT

My gg grandfather, Benjamin G. Rollison - a confederate soldier, was killed at Jones Farm, VA in 1864. I will be visiting that area in June. Does anyone have any suggestions on where I should begin my search for his burial place?

William W. Wilson

Carl — 25 Mar 2000 12:00:00 GMT

William W. Wilson was in the 14th WV infantry, but I can't find any info. on him. He was born in Athens, Ohio. Later he moved to Ritchie Co. WV. Any info. is welcome and very helpful. Thanks

17th Virginia Cavalry Book Published!!!

Brian S. Kesterson — 21 Apr 2005 2:53:06 GMT

The new book on the 17th Virginia Cavalry is now out! Campaigning with the 17th Virginia Cavalry, Night Hawks at Monocacy costs $26.20 per copy. Please send checks or money orders to:
Brian S. Kesterson
P.O. Box 81
Washington, W.Va. 26181

Looking for Michael holiday

MElissa — 6 Apr 2005 1:46:30 GMT

Hello My name is Melissa And i am looking for an old friend His name is Michael Holiday He was locked up in NJ at one point and got out in 2000 To an undicolsed parole he is from WV and has A son and family in WV I now Live in VA and really would like to get in contack with him we were good friends and I really need a friend right now If any one ones who he is or were I can find him please email me at Babymel1979@aol.com It will really help me out..Thank You so much MElissa

John Plants 13th WVI, photo request

Clay Crandall — 11 Sep 2003 12:09:13 GMT

I am looking for someone who may have a copy of John Plants Civil War photo. John served in the 13th West Virginia Infantry in the rank of sergeant. John was from Mason County, WV. He served with 2 brothers George and Jacob.

9th Reg Inf Vols Civil War unit

mamapapalewis2 — 11 Mar 2005 9:53:07 GMT

Anyone know where I can find a roster of soldiers for The 9th Reg Inf Vols a WVa unit on line?

Civil War

Carmen Halley — 2 Feb 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information on TIMOTHY RUSSELL from Mason Co.,WV. He was a Capt in Co F 13th WV Inf and served with his brother, Hiram. He was a Master Surveyor.

Old Photo (Civil War Soldier)

Geren Knight — 21 Feb 2005 11:46:28 GMT

I ran across this photo which belonged to my Great Grandparents, Challen O and Musie W. (Rader) Bonar. Both lived in the Moundsville area. Does anyone know who the individual is?

Battery A, 1st WV Artillery

Jonathan White — 21 Feb 2005 1:25:21 GMT

My ancestor, John Marko Elliot, served in Battery A, 1st WV Artillery during the Civil War. I'm curious if someone has details on where the Battery was raised (which county) and a roster of the other men in the battery.
Thanks.

Foley's Fighters

Stella — 20 Feb 2005 1:31:42 GMT

A History of Shady Spring District (Raleigh County, WV), compiled by the Woman’s Club in 1979, has a newspaper column (Bug Dust, a regular feature in a Beckley (WV) paper) on Page 175 that contains information about a Civil War company. The column is “Flat Top Civil War Activities Reviewed” by Cordie Cole Nugen. The company discussed is:

Company F, 151st Virginia militia, also known as Foley’s Fighters and Foley’s Copperheads for their leader, Capt. Richard B. Foley, who lived near Camp Creek and began organizing the company in July 1861. The article states that the records of the Confederacy at Richmond, Va., has this company being officially organized in Mercer County on Aug. 22, 1861.

Battle of Gauley Mountain

Stella — 20 Feb 2005 1:25:34 GMT

Does anyone have information on the Battle of Gauley Mountain in West Virginia? Here are my notes:

George Washington Smith Sr. of Abraham, Raleigh County, W.Va., was born on Dec. 12, 1826 and died in Jan. 19, 1862. He was a son of Jacob Smith and his second wife Jane Kincaid.

It is believed that George Sr. served in the Confederate cavalry and died in the Civil War during the Battle of Gauley Mountain. The tombstone with this inscription was put in place by Charlie Jones and Todd Denny, according to one of George’s granddaughters. George Sr. is buried in New Salem Missionary Baptist Church cemetery in Abraham.

Researchers have not found an official record of George Sr.’s service during the Civil War. One problem is there are several George Washington Smiths who served in the area at that time. Another barrier is that “no official tabulation” was made of Raleigh Countians who died in the war, according to a 1950 Beckley Post-Herald article quoting historian Judge W.A. Riffe.

David Smith said the information on George’s death in the war came from a grandson, Charles D. Jones, son of General Marion Smith. Charles is probably the Charlie Jones previously mentioned. Charles, who grew up in Abraham, asked his Uncle George Jr. how his father died and was told George Sr. was killed in the Civil War.

GG Grandfather, William Goddard, Fought During Civil War. From Greenbrier/Fayette County.

Kaci Foster Veazey — 2 Feb 2005 11:42:15 GMT

I was trying to figure out what side my great great grandfather was on and what company he fought in. His name was William Goddard. He was born 1833. He passed away in 1908. His family moved to Sewell Mountain, Fayette County around 1840.
In 1860, William married Matilda Catherine Lemmons. They were married in Greenbrier County. They had their first child in 1862. Their second child was born in 1865. So, he could have fought in '61 or between '62 and 1864, I have no idea. I have a land deed from 1870, in which William got land on Mt. Olive, Fayette County. He remained there until his death. I am a descendant of his eighth child, America Francis Goddard Foster. Also, I have a picture of him in his "uniform" and holding his gun.
If you have any info, please email me at Kacihelene@aol.com
Thank you,
Kaci Helene Foster Veazey

CUNNINGHAM

Jeff Duelley — 22 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for GEORGE M. CUNNINGHAM who was from Gilmer County and died in the Civil War. That is all the information I have, please reply if any info on George.
Thank you,
Jeff

john henderson cole

brian cole — 1 Jan 2005 1:13:37 GMT

found this man in family tree killed in 1864 in Martinsburg WVA not sure what side. Born in Wayne Co. WVA in 1820's First Husband of one of my relatives. any info would be greatly appreciated.

5th Infantry West Virginia

Jeanette Johnson — 9 Jul 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Searching for information on West Virginia 5th Infantry. Many of my past family served in this. All from Lawrence County Ohio.

WV 5th Reg Inf Vols - Union

Ron Devrick — 27 Sep 2002 2:00:11 GMT

Where can I find the muster lists and detailled information on the WV 5th Reg Inf Vols? I understand that they were formed at Ceredo and later were merged with the 9th to form the WV 1st Reg Inf Veteran ...

It seems like every other unit has some info on line, but other than overviews, I can't find any specifics on these guys.

Camp Pierpoint

AnnaHayes4 — 23 Jan 2004 3:01:08 GMT

During Civil War, there was a Camp Pierpoint, but I cannot find out anything about it. Where was it?

CIVIL WAR - PARKERSBURG WEST VIRGINIA PRISON

Dick Rush — 13 Nov 2004 11:46:52 GMT

Can someone tell me:
1. The name of the prison that was operated in Parkersburg, WV during the Civil War, and
2. Where I can find the names of the wardens for that prision.

Thanks,

Dick

Co.D, 14th Regiment, WV Infantry

cntycop — 25 Feb 2006 6:53:14 GMT

I have military service records from NARA showing my Gr-grandfather, Lewis Holtz, in the above Union regiment. I have found a few places on the internet that list him as a member of the regiment but I have found more websites that do not list him at all. Does anybody know why the discrepancy? According to the service records, the company designation was originally Co.H and became Co. D.

Civil War Medals of West Virginia

jadev48 — 22 Jun 2001 7:48:53 GMT

I have recently made a page to record the whereabouts of the WV Civil War medals. If you have one and would like to have it added to the page, please contact me..OR, you may want to visit the page to see if your ancestors' medals are listed there.

Civil War recruiting

Yvonne — 17 Jan 2005 4:55:20 GMT

I was wondering if somebody could tell me what "D & S Recruit" means when it is on a listing for a person.
I have been looking for Wm George SMITH 1863 around Illinois. He was born 1839 in Canada.
Any info would be deeply appreciated.
Yvonne

John D. Mays

Ed Knight — 6 Jul 1999 12:00:00 GMT

John D. Mays, 3rd. WV Cav. Com. M is said to have been
captured and sent to prison during war. He was the husband of Eliza Stanley and Hamilton Mays was his brother. Any info will help.

1st cavalry tombstone

@@jane24@carolina.net — 17 May 2006 6:33:01 GMT

Have a union tombstone in cemetery at Maxton, NC, for one J.M. Coulter, 1st West Virginia Cavalry. Have no dates or other information on the man. There was an encampment of Sherman's raiders here Mar 8&9, 1865. Thought his family might want to know where he is.

4th WV Calvary interest

Ward_Bray — 27 Jul 2001 2:30:22 GMT

Interested in finding anyone else who has ancestors in the 4th WV Calvary. My gr-grandfather, Octavius Bray, was QM Sgt. for Company A.

Civil War vet

Doris — 9 Nov 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I believe my gggrandfather served with the Union in Civil War..but I'm not sure whether in a unit from PA or WV.
Can someone tell me how to find out for sure? His name was Asbury [Asberry] Phillips, I think he was born Greene Co, PA. ca 1819. I have found several Brock ancestors in the Civil War, but would like to search further for others: Underwood; Dulaney; Morgan; Ice; Lyons; Cumberledge and Stiles...all family ancestors. Thank you very much. Doris

CIVIL' WAR VETERANS FROM FRANKFORT COMMUNITY

bpk2004 — 20 Nov 2004 2:10:40 GMT

Company A, 33rd Virginia Infantry
Privates
Patrick Kenney

How can I get a copy of the information on Patrick? Trying to find his parents names if possible.

Harman's from Pendleton County

DavHarvey — 12 Dec 2002 5:07:01 GMT

Seeking any information about ISSAC, AMBY, and DAVID H. HARMAN of Pendleton County. All were the sons of SAMUEL and CHRISTINA (HARMAN) HARMAN and served in Union units. AMBY and DAVID H. were captured and AMBY was executed. What units did they serve with and what action did they see?

Frederick W Yager, K6, Virginia Infantry, volunteer, Union

BarbHumphrey10 — 28 Aug 2004 8:19:22 GMT

This is to John Lavey. Could you, or do you, have any information on this soldier. He obtained a disability from the Union and I have his military papers from the Archives in WA, DC. Would like to know more about the battles he was in, and was there a gratuity for joining up, like land, and how do I find out about that? I am at a standstill, and do not know how to get out of it. I am so close, yet so far away. If you could help, would so appreciate it.

Robert A. Bryant, Co. A.

George Levy — 30 Jun 2004 3:59:15 GMT

Either 17 VA Infantry or Cavalry. Find no service records, although he wrote letters from Camp Lee in Richmond during April and May, 1861. CO was Capt. C. H. Harrison.

Can anyone say whether the 17th VA Cav. organized at Camp Lee before taking the field, or does anyone have a roster for Co. A of the 17th Cav?

Thanks,
George Levy
Chicago, IL.
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Civil War Medical Records

lrofmo — 7 Aug 2004 6:23:45 GMT

Civil war veterans headstones provided by government?

Joanna Ross — 20 Jul 2004 1:45:48 GMT

Hi. Just found the location of the grave of my husband's great great grandfather, William Frank Ross, who fought in the 2nd WV Cavalry, in a cemetery in Harrison county, WV. However, there is no headstone. I seem to remember reading somewhere that the government has to provide a headstone for all civil war veterans. Can anyone point me in the right direction to start this process? Thank you.

Harrison County WV Civil War Pensioners

Joanna Ross — 20 Jul 2004 1:52:02 GMT

Does anyone out there have access to a list of pensioners in Harrison county, WV? I'm trying to find information on my William Frank Ross, born 1845 in Augusta County Virginia who served in the 2nd WV Cav and was a 2nd Lieut. I know he was wounded and taken prisoner at Gettysburg and was in Libby Prison but escaped. I'd like to know if he received an invalid pension for his gunshot wound. His wife's name was Martha. Thanks, Joanna

Civil War tombstone - 8th WVa Cav Co. F???

d_duprey — 2 Jul 2004 3:15:43 GMT

I have a photo of a Civil War Veteran tombstone for "George Edwards, Co. F 8th W.Va. Cav." The tombstone is located in Union District of Mason Co., and I'm trying to find out about this George Edwards. In searching through the Civil War sites online, I see absolutely no reference to an "8th W.Va. Cavalry", let alone a company F. There IS a George Edwards in Co. D of the 7th W.Va. Infantry, which was manned by a number of men from the same area, and I wonder if it's possible that there was such a gross error in the information given for the tombstone. Perhaps that's just stretching the imagination too far... Of course, just looking up info on "George Edwards" is almost as tough as looking up "John Smith" - there must be hundreds of fellows with that name!
Anyone with some Civil War knowledge for the area have any clues for me regarding military unit?

Marcellus and Owen Davis

VCole1301 — 24 Jun 2001 5:27:47 GMT

Looking for information about Marcellus and Owen Vanburen Davis, of Harrison Co. WV. Both brothers were killed in the Civil War. Marcellus and Owen were s/o Isaac Davis and Frances West.

18th Virginia Cavalry

Charlie Knight — 4 Jan 2004 6:45:22 GMT

I am working on a manuscript about the May 15, 1864, Battle of New Market, in which the 18th Va Cav participated. Am looking for any letters, diaries, photos, etc. of members of this unit.

Thanks,
Charlie Knight

17th Virginia Cavalry book to be published!!!!

Brian Kesterson — 9 Aug 2003 7:51:22 GMT

By this time next year (Aug.2004)I hope to have my new book out on the 17th Virginia Cavalry. Anyone wishing to donate any biographical info on relatives who served in this regiment are asked to contact me at kesterson@wirefire.com
I am looking for photographs of the old vets. So, if you have any or know of any I would be happy to add them to the book. I have spent the better part of twenty years trying to folow the unit from formation in Jan. 1863 to the last days at Apponattox.
Unlike the books by Dawson and Harris this book devotes a great deal to first hand accounts. If you are looking for a specific relative in the regiment I would be glad to give you what I have. In some cases I have fairly good documentation on some of the men. In other cases I have next to nothing. So, don't be discouraged if I can't help out. Keep on searching no matter how long it takes.
Thank you,
Brian S. Kesterson