DOB/DOD: April 8, 1841 (Griswold, CT) – October 29, 1897 (South Kingstown, RI); 56 years oldMARITAL STATUS: Married to Phebe E. Gould (1845-1900).CHILDREN: Six sons, Alexander G. (1866-1869), William T. (1870-1956), James H. (1873-1919), John D. (1878-1903), Elmer E. (1880-1919), and Harry W. (1883-1912).CHILDREN: Two daughters, Abby L. (1868-1869) and Carrie A. (1875-1907).ENLISTMENT: June 5,Continue reading “SERGEANT WILLIAM JAMES BABCOCK; ARMY”
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