1st Alabama Cavalry - Est. 1862
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It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Glenda McWhirter Todd. She passed away on September 3, 2017 surrounded by her family. She was a historian, genealogist, and author who prided herself on being a descendant of Andrew Ferrier McWhirter of the 1st Alabama Cavalry, USV. Her work over the past two decades and her dedication to the 1st Alabama Cavalry has created a legacy that will last for years to come.

Her life's work has touched thousands of people through the years, and I am glad that I had the pleasure to work with her as long as I did. My hope is that her work will live on for years to come to educate and inspire a new generation.


1st Alabama Cavalry Searchable Roster

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Edward J Cobleigh
Edward J Cobleigh

Rank at enlistment:  1st Sergeant
Rank at Discharge:  1st Lieutenant
Company Assignment:  M
Company Ressignment:  G

5/25/1863 Promoted
Promoted from Private, Co. L, 15th Illinois Cavalry.
11/1/1863 Enlisted
Glendale, MS
12/28/1863 Mustered In
Camp Davies, MS
4/15/1864 On Special Duty
Commanding Co. G
2/5/1865 On Furlough
Requested leave to visit his home in Northfield, Vermont. Leave was granted by Major General W.T. Sherman. A second leave was later requested for health reasons.
10/20/1865 Mustered Out
Huntsville, AL

Buried:
Rose Hill Cemetery, Cook County, IL

Database created and maintained by Ryan Dupree.

Service records compiled by Glenda Todd and used with her permission. This and other information about the history of the First and the men who fought with the unit can be found in her book, First Alabama Cavalry, USA: Homage to Patriotism.

Picture submitted by Glenda Todd and Stan Hutson.

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