To interested Woolsey researchers: In the course of my research, I have been picking up Woolseys that participated in the various early wars of America. 1. French and Indian Wars. 1 Woolsey 2. American Revolutionary War - many Woolseys 3. War of 1812 - several Woolseys 4. Black Hawk War - a few Woolseys 5. Mexican War - two Woolseys, at least 6. Civil War - 116 Woolseys from 16 states The Civil War Woolseys are just as I happen to pick them up, I have not made a concerted effort. I imagine when we do get them all in, we could have four times that number! Anyone interested in researching a particular state for Woolseys? Please get in touch. Some of the most interesting reading and often one can gain a lot of clues from the pension application forms filled out by our ancestors. These are available from the National Archives. There are now on-line helps available. A good way to start is to write the Adjutant General of the state from which your ancestor served. Give as much information as possible, name, dates, county enlisted, unit, if known, etc., and they are usually quite helpful. Once you have enough information, you can write for your ancestor's records on file in the National Archives. There is a charge for this service and now you must have the correct forms, which are available from various Genealogical sites. If you want to check with me, I may be able to tell you a little about your ancestor's war service, but I am far from complete. Sincerely, Wilford W. Whitaker