VMI Archives Historical Rosters: George Southall Vest

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George Southall Vest

Roster ID 2784
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First Name:	George
Middle Name:	Southall
Last Name:	Vest
Suffix:
Affiliation:	Class of 1866
Biography & Genealogy:	Vest George Southall, Class of 1866: Born- November 20, 1845. Matriculated from Pittsylvania Court House, Va. At VMI 1 1/2 months. Military Record: Pvt, Capt R.M. Anderson's Company Va Light Artillery (1st Company Richmond Howitzers). Only record is on name on 1864 receipt roll for clothing. Post War Career: Merchant. Died- March 26, 1872.

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