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    1. Re: The Under-Aged Soldier in the Civil War
    2. Jayne W. Dye
    3. Dennis M. Keesee wrote a book in 2001 entitled "Too Young to Die" about the Boy Soldiers of the Union Army. Your ancestor is NOT listed in the index but it is possible that Mr. Keesee has material found in his searches that he did not use in his book. He might suggest avenues to search. His address is : Dennis M. Keesee 8095 Bevelhymer Rd. Westerville, Ohio 43081 He is very personable. A quote from his book - a letter written home - might be of interest to you. "Well, a little past 10 years old, I, with my father and friends, on the 9th of August [1862] entered Camp Dennison; and how proud I felt with my little drum on my back a-going in the army as a drummer boy, and be with the rave soldiers who had started out to defend our country.. I have been in the army almost one year now, and have spent the time and enjoyed myself bravely." Jayne

    03/19/2002 07:19:35