Can anyone tell me what Brgd Teamster means? William Burdine Wood was only 14 or so when he enlisted in 1864. His brother Frederick enlisted in 1861...co H.
How did they make use of the younger ones?
Thanks,
debbie wood
here is his record
American Civil War Soldiers Record
about William B Wood
Name: William B Wood ,
Enlistment Date: 14 October 1864
Distinguished Service: DISTINGUISHED SERVICE
Side Served: Confederacy
State Served: Virginia
Unit Numbers: 796
Service Record: Enlisted as a Private on 14 October 1864
Enlisted in Company A, 38th Infantry Regiment Virginia on 14 October 1864.
Detailed on 31 December 1864 (As Brgd teamster)