West Virginians In The American Revolution

The Revolutionary War soldiers identified in this work lived at one time or another in what is now the State of West Virginia, their military duties having been discharged in the service of other states, notably Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Maryland. The data given for each soldier typically includes the name, age, date of birth, service record, date pension applied for and granted, place of residence, names of wife and children, and, in support of the pension claim, comrades-in-arms.

By: Ross B. Johnston, Pub. 1939-47, Reprinted 2018, 322 pages, ISBN #0-89308-990-7. Considering West Virginia did not become a state until 1863, the author has identified soldiers who at one time or another lived in what is now the State of West Virginia. Their military duties having been discharged in the service of other states, notably Pennsylvania, Virginia and Maryland. The information found within: the name, age, date of birth, service record, date pension applied for and granted, place of residence, and names of wife & children.

Genealogists and other historical researchers have valued the first two editions of this work, often referred to as the genealogist's bible."" The new edition continues that tradition. Intended as a handbook and a guide to selecting, locating, and using appropriate primary and secondary resources, The Source also functions as an instructional tool for novice genealogists and a refresher course for experienced researchers. More than 30 experts in this field--genealogists, historians, librarians, and archivists--prepared the 20 signed chapters, which are well written, easy to read, and include many helpful hints for getting the most out of whatever information is acquired. Each chapter ends with an extensive bibliography and is further enriched by tables, black-and-white illustrations, and examples of documents. Eight appendixes include the expected contact information for groups and institutions that persons studying genealogy and history need to find. ""

Guide to using the resources in the National Archives for conducting geneological research.