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Merriwether, John – Age 19, Year: 1864 – 5th US Colored Cavalry

John Merriwether – 5th US Colored Cavalry

NAID: 38912251   NAID File Unit: 38912229     Microform: M1817

Military Service

Unit: 5th US Colored Cavalry

Regiment:  5 cavalry

ID: 19441459

Company: I

Year: 1864

Year Enlisted: 1864

Enlisted term years: 3

Enlisted date: June 18, 1864

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Residence

State born: Virginia (Va.)

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Occupation: Farmer

Physical Characteristics

Age: 19

Height: 5’ 51/2“

Complexion: Black

Eye color: Blk

Hair color: Blk

Record Info

NAID: 38912251

NAID File Unit: 38912229

Microform: M1817

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