I suggest you contact the Bristol newspaper. They may have some archives of the story. I remember when growing up there was an article about him when he was still alive. Later, when he died, they did quite a piece on him. One or both of these particular editions had pictures. I would also contact the Sons of the Confederacy to see what local organization they have around the area. They might have some things in their files, too. I do remember well that he was celebrated at the last living Confederate soldier and had the honorary title of General, although I think he was no more than a Private during the war. However, that is a worthy honor. I want to think he lived up around Saltville and their local paper might also have some information. John Tolbert -----Original Message----- From: rehuff [mailto:rehuff@kih.net] Sent: Thursday, March 25, 2004 7:41 PM To: VASCOTT-L@rootsweb.com Subject: Re: [VAScott] Salling Jancie, He was recorded as last living conf. soldier, He does have a large monument not sure where, I was there several years ago. ----- Original Message ----- From: "JaniceB" <janice_b@verizon.net> To: <VASCOTT-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Sunday, March 21, 2004 10:42 PM Subject: [VAScott] Salling > While this list has everyone's attention, can you tell me anything about John Salling who lived at Slant? He is supposed to have been the last, or next to last living Confederate Veteran. I have been unable to find a reliable early record of him. Can anyone shed any light on this? > > Thanks > > > ==== VASCOTT Mailing List ==== > VAScott admin: listpig@earthlink.net > > ============================== > Gain access to over two billion names including the new Immigration > Collection with an Ancestry.com free trial. Click to learn more. > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=4930&sourceid=1237 > ==== VASCOTT Mailing List ==== VAScott admin: listpig@earthlink.net ============================== Gain access to over two billion names including the new Immigration Collection with an Ancestry.com free trial. Click to learn more. http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=4930&sourceid=1237