Roster of Confederate Soldiers, 1861-1865 shows:
Hale, Matthew M. GA 42nd Inf. Co.B
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Others named HALE in the 42nd GA Inf.:
Hale, J.S. GA 42nd Inf. Co.K
Hale, James R. GA 42nd Inf. Co.B
Hale, S.J. GA 42nd Inf. Co.K
Hale, S.M. GA 42nd Inf. Co.K