VMI Archives Historical Rosters: Hugh Ker

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Hugh Ker

Roster ID 299
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First Name:	Hugh
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Last Name:	Ker
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Affiliation:	Class of 1852
Biography & Genealogy:	Hugh Ker, Class of 1852. Genealogy: Born- Feb. 28, 1831, in Northhampton Co., Va. Father- Dr. John Ker; Mother- Mary Parker. Married- Anne Upshur Yerby; 1st child- Alice Upshur; 2nd- Geogre Y. Ker. Military Record- Civil War; Capt., 39th VA Infantry; Gen. Henry B. Davidson's staff. Career: Purser on Steamer Line. Died- Dec. 2, 1902, in Baltimore, Md.

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