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Alexander, Robert – Age 32, Year: 1864 – 5th Massachusetts Cavalry (Colored)

Robert Alexander – 5th Massachusetts Cavalry (Colored)

NAID: 38922967   NAID File Unit: 38922965     Microform: M1817

Military Service

Unit: 5th Massachusetts Cavalry (Colored)

Regiment:  5 cavalry massachusetts

ID: 19445250

Company: K

Year: 1864

Year Enlisted: 1864

Enlisted term years: 3

Enlisted date: April 1, 1864

Enlisted state: 

Enlisted county: 

Enlisted town: monroe

Residence

State born: North Carolina (N.C.)

County born: Mecklenburg

Town born: 

Occupation: Farmer

Physical Characteristics

Age: 32

Height: 5’ 8“

Complexion: Black

Eye color: Black

Hair color: Black

Record Info

NAID: 38922967

NAID File Unit: 38922965

Microform: M1817

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