John Ambrose Wharton was my GG grandfather. He and his men were killed by Col. Fielding Hurst in the summer of 1863 as part of what sounds like a fairly vicious series of local skirmishes, revenges, etc. There are a number of spectacular and gruesome stories about Capt. Wharton's death, most of them probably exaggerated. But it does appear to have been more of an execution than death in combat.

My father's middle name was also Ambrose. It was only fairly recently that I learned of its history in the family.

So yes, there were five Wharton brothers who served in the CSA. Including them, so far I've accounted for eight ancestors in the war. Still counting, though. Thanks for your interest and assistance.