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Boyd, Robert – Age 27, Year: 1864 – 5th Massachusetts Cavalry (Colored)

Robert Boyd – 5th Massachusetts Cavalry (Colored)

NAID: 38924834   NAID File Unit: 38924832     Microform: M1817

Military Service

Unit: 5th Massachusetts Cavalry (Colored)

Regiment:  5 cavalry massachusetts

ID: 19445738

Company: K

Year: 1864

Year Enlisted: 1864

Enlisted term years: 3

Enlisted date: April 1, 1864

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Residence

State born: Tennessee (Tenn.)

County born: Maury

Town born: 

Occupation: Farmer

Physical Characteristics

Age: 27

Height: 5’ 6“

Complexion: Black

Eye color: Black

Hair color: Black

Record Info

NAID: 38924834

NAID File Unit: 38924832

Microform: M1817

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