Lt. James W. Poor 1st Maine Cavalry, Company B Of Belfast, Maine. Enlisted September 1861 at age 21. Mustered in October 19, 61 as sergeant in company B. Promoted QM Sgt in 62. Reenlisted December 29th, 63. On detached duty at brigade HQ in 63. Promoted Sgt Major Fabruary 1st, 1864. Commissioned 1st Lt December 16th, 64. Wounded severly at Saylor's Creek April 6, 65 while acting Adjutant. Rejoined company and mustered out with the regiment. |