This photo supposedly shows my great, great grandfather David Dotson serving as a member of a Gilmer Co. Georgia Home Guard unit in 1862. (In December 1863 he was conscripted into Co 'A' 65th Georgia Infantry Regt).

The group is posed with their new uniforms, Enfield rifles and bayonnets. Questions have been raised as to whether this photo is authenic as far as the time line, when and where the photo was taken, and as to who appears in the photo.

Any opinions, comments, or suggestions are welcomed.
Regards,
Lawrence