Henry Lightfoot Civil War Pension Record

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The image depicts a handwritten document from the state of Ohio, detailing an affidavit about Henry Lightfoot, who served in Company K of the 21st Ohio Volunteer Infantry (OVI). The text discusses Henry Lightfoot's health issues and medical treatment for ailments such as bronchial disease and nasal catarrh, occurring during and after his military service around 1864 and extending into 1865. It includes a statement by a physician who treated Lightfoot, mentioning his excellent habits and character. Additionally, the document is signed and dated February 17, 1868, by a medical professional, serving as a formal attestation of the information provided about Lightfoot’s condition and character.

The image depicts a handwritten document from the state of Ohio, detailing an affidavit about Henry Lightfoot, who served in Company K of the 21st Ohio Volunteer Infantry (OVI). The text discusses Henry Lightfoot's health issues and medical treatment for ailments such as bronchial disease and nasal catarrh, occurring during and after his military service around 1864 and extending into 1865. It includes a statement by a physician who treated Lightfoot, mentioning his excellent habits and character. Additionally, the document is signed and dated February 17, 1868, by a medical professional, serving as a formal attestation of the information provided about Lightfoot’s condition and character.

Name/Title

Henry Lightfoot Civil War Pension Record

Entry/Object ID

2007.014.005

Scope and Content

Statement of F W Entrikin in Henry Lightfoot Civil War Pension case dated Feb. 17, 1882.

Collection

Civil War

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Object Name

Statement