I was fascinated to read your narrative about Oscar Demesme. I am currently researching the lives of soldiers buried at Appomattox and would like to know what your sources are for Demesme. I have census records for 1850 and 1860 (which put Demesme's age at debate), but could you tell me the authorities for the quotations in your text? And who was the "comrad"? Thank you!