
Historical Rosters Database
John Walter Spears
Roster ID 1731This is a summary. Contact the Archives for additional biographical information.
First Name: | John |
Middle Name: | Walter |
Last Name: | Spears |
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Affiliation: | Class of 1864 |
Biography & Genealogy: | Spears John Walter, Class of 1864/1864-MS: Born- 1844. Matriculated from Macon, Va. At VMI 5 months over 2 years. Military Record: Enlisted at Powhatan Court House May 27, 1862 as Pvt, Company E, 4th Va Cavalry. To Corporal. "Sent home for a horse" spring 1863. To 4th Sgt. Mortally Wounded in Action May 8, 1864 at Spotsylvania Court House. Died- May 29, 1844 at Spotsylvania Court House. |
