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As some of you know I am researching the 22nd Kentucky and came across an error in the record, at least the best I can figure.
In searching for William R. Gilbert of the 22nd KY, I found a FindaGrave listing. However, some facts don't support this man being in the 22nd while some records actually do.
William R Gilbert of the 22nd Ky, died of pneumonia May 27, 1862 near Piketon, Kentucky. This Gilbert had only been enlisted for a couple of months before his illness and death. He never rose above the rank of private.
The information shown the F-A-G says he died in the Battle of Richmond and was later interred at Camp Nelson National Cemetery. This is supported in the Roll of Honor as well as the burial ledger found on Ancestry (shown below). Of course, the Roll of Honor information is the same.
But the 22nd KY did not participate at the Battle of Richmond and that engagement took place after William R Gilbert of the 22nd died in May. I've looked for other William Gilberts but have not found one that is listed as a lieutenant and I haven't found a casualty list for the battle of Richmond that lists names.
Anyone want to help me fix this supposed error?
@lelliott19 @John Hartwell you guys seem to like these types of challenges. Thanks!
In searching for William R. Gilbert of the 22nd KY, I found a FindaGrave listing. However, some facts don't support this man being in the 22nd while some records actually do.
William R Gilbert of the 22nd Ky, died of pneumonia May 27, 1862 near Piketon, Kentucky. This Gilbert had only been enlisted for a couple of months before his illness and death. He never rose above the rank of private.
The information shown the F-A-G says he died in the Battle of Richmond and was later interred at Camp Nelson National Cemetery. This is supported in the Roll of Honor as well as the burial ledger found on Ancestry (shown below). Of course, the Roll of Honor information is the same.
But the 22nd KY did not participate at the Battle of Richmond and that engagement took place after William R Gilbert of the 22nd died in May. I've looked for other William Gilberts but have not found one that is listed as a lieutenant and I haven't found a casualty list for the battle of Richmond that lists names.
Anyone want to help me fix this supposed error?
@lelliott19 @John Hartwell you guys seem to like these types of challenges. Thanks!