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Wells, George – Age 22, Year: 1864 – 5th Massachusetts Cavalry (Colored)

George Wells – 5th Massachusetts Cavalry (Colored)

NAID: 38948883   NAID File Unit: 38948880     Microform: M1817

Military Service

Unit: 5th Massachusetts Cavalry (Colored)

Regiment:  5 cavalry massachusetts

ID: 19453391

Company: D

Year: 1864

Year Enlisted:

Enlisted term years: 3

Enlisted date: January 19,

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Residence

State born: Canada

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Occupation: Laborer

Physical Characteristics

Age: 22

Height: 5’ 71/2“

Complexion: Black

Eye color: Black

Hair color: Black

Record Info

NAID: 38948883

NAID File Unit: 38948880

Microform: M1817

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