Parsons, Fields
2012-08-09

The American Civil War Research Database lists a Fields Parsons, while The Medical and Surgical History of the War of the Rebellion lists a Fielding Parsons. Other details in the case (namely, regimental information) suggest that the sources refer to the same soldier.

Sources:

  • The Medical and Surgical History of the War of the Rebellion (1861-1865), part 1, vol 2, (Washington, DC: Government Printing Office, 1870). View source information 
  • "Fields Parsons (Union)," in The American Civil War Research Database [database online], Alexander Street Press, 2012. 23 January 2012. View source information 
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Bentley, Edwin

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  • Bentley reported the case of Parsons.
  • 2012-01-23
  • May 27, 1865
  • July 06, 1865
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Sickel Barracks General Hospital

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  • After sustaining an injury at the Battle of Winchester, Parsons was treated and returned to duty 28 October 1864. He deserted on 24 February 1865, and remained missing from action until he was admitted to Sickel Barracks Hospital.
  • 2012-01-23
  • May 27, 1865
  • July 06, 1865
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11th West Virginia Infantry

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  • The exact enlistment date for Parsons is unknown. The relationship beginning date reflects the earliest date we know the soldier to have been a member of this regiment. It just so happens that this date corresponds with the date Parsons was injured at the Battle of Winchester.
  • 2012-01-23
  • Sept 19, 1864
  • July 06, 1865