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George W. Stidham (September 8, 1818 – December 26, 1888) was an American farmer and Confederate States Army officer. He was born in Lexington County, South Carolina, to Zachariah and Jane Stidham. In c. 1839, he married Martha George of Georgia, having eight children together. He moved to Smith County, Texas, owning a farm there by 1860. In 1863, he enlisted as a lieutenant colonel in the 1st Texas State Cavalry Regiment. He later served as a private under James G. Bourland. He died on December 26, 1888, in Smith County, and was buried in Swan.[1]
George W. Stidham | |
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Born | Lexington County, South Carolina, US | September 8, 1818
Died | December 26, 1888 Smith County, Texas, US | (aged 70)
Allegiance | Confederate States of America |
Branch | Texas State Forces |
Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
Unit | 1st Cavalry Regiment |
Battles / wars | American Civil War |
References
edit- ^ Association, Texas State Historical. "Stidham, George W." Texas State Historical Association. Retrieved 2024-10-06.