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Russell, James E – Age 32, Year: 1864 – 5th Massachusetts Cavalry (Colored)

James E Russell – 5th Massachusetts Cavalry (Colored)

NAID: 38944216   NAID File Unit: 38944214     Microform: M1817

Military Service

Unit: 5th Massachusetts Cavalry (Colored)

Regiment:  5 cavalry massachusetts

ID: 19451847

Company: K

Year: 1864

Year Enlisted:

Enlisted term years: 3

Enlisted date: March 25,

Enlisted state: 

Enlisted county: 

Enlisted town: Springfield

Residence

State born: Pennsylvania (Pa. or Penn.)

County born: Franklin

Town born: 

Occupation: Farmer

Physical Characteristics

Age: 22

Height: 5’ 3“

Complexion: Dark

Eye color: Black

Hair color: Black

Record Info

NAID: 38944216

NAID File Unit: 38944214

Microform: M1817

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