July 20th, 1864 promotion letter from 11th IL Cavalry Colonel Lucien H. Kerr, written from Vicksburg, Mississippi. Kerr is recommending 1st Sergt. John A. Davis be promoted to be 1st Lt. of Company "I". Written completely in Kerr's hand, and signed with rank and regiment. In fine condition with wear as shown in the scan. $150.00 plus shipping Lucien H. Kerr
Residence was not listed;
Enlisted on 12/20/1861 as a 1st Lieutenant.
On 12/20/1861 he was commissioned into Field & Staff IL 11th Cavalry
He was Mustered Out on 12/19/1864
Promotions:
* 1st Lieut 12/20/1861 (1st Lieut & Adjutant)
* Major 5/25/1862
* Lt Colonel 9/15/1863
* Colonel 4/25/1864 |