Henry Lightfoot Civil War Pension Records

The image is a handwritten document from the state of Ohio, dated May 9, 1882, featuring a testimony given before an authority about Henry Lightfoot of Company K, 21st Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry. It includes statements from individuals who affirm their good character and credibility, and they attest to knowing Henry Lightfoot since his return from military service. The text details their familiarity with Lightfoot's life post-service, noting that they lived in the same community and had consistent interactions with him. The document serves as an affidavit, emphasizing their observance of Lightfoot’s daily activities since 1865, thereby corroborating his experiences and character.

The image is a handwritten document from the state of Ohio, dated May 9, 1882, featuring a testimony given before an authority about Henry Lightfoot of Company K, 21st Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry. It includes statements from individuals who affirm their good character and credibility, and they attest to knowing Henry Lightfoot since his return from military service. The text details their familiarity with Lightfoot's life post-service, noting that they lived in the same community and had consistent interactions with him. The document serves as an affidavit, emphasizing their observance of Lightfoot’s daily activities since 1865, thereby corroborating his experiences and character.

Name/Title

Henry Lightfoot Civil War Pension Records

Entry/Object ID

2007.014.013

Scope and Content

statement of Charles M Neumann & Andrew Ackerman in the Henry Lightfoot Civil War Pension case dated May 29, 1882.

Collection

Civil War

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Object Name

Statement