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Pettis, James – Age 24, Year: 1863 – 3d US Colored Cavalry

James Pettis – 3d US Colored Cavalry

NAID: 38862754   NAID File Unit: 38862752     Microform: M1817

Military Service

Unit: 3d US Colored Cavalry

Regiment:  3 cavalry

ID: 19427627

Company: E

Year: 1863

Year Enlisted: 1863

Enlisted term years: 3

Enlisted date: November 20, 1863

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Residence

State born: Mississippi (Miss.)

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Occupation: Farmer

Physical Characteristics

Age: 24

Height: 5’ 6“

Complexion: Black

Eye color: Black

Hair color: Black

Record Info

NAID: 38862754

NAID File Unit: 38862752

Microform: M1817

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