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The Battle at Home – Jacob Byerley’s Civil War Request

The property of Jacob Byerley was taken and utilized by Union Army soldiers during the Civil War. He filed for reimbursement as part of the Southern Claim Commission process. The file contains proof of his loyalty and proof of his … Continue reading

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Death at Andersonville Prison

William N. Byerly, born around 1832 in Knox County, Tennessee to Michael and Sarah Smith Byerly, moved with his wife and five children before the Civil War to Rhea County, Tennessee. Like many East Tennesseans, he supported the Union and … Continue reading

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