W.D. Davant enlisted May 8, 1862 at Augusta with Capt. Russell. Pvt. Davant was with the 21st Battalion, Georgia Cavalry, Co. A until, through consolidation of units, he was transferred to Co. A, 7th Regiment, Georgia Cavalry.
In April '64 Davant was sick in hospital at Augusta. No details. Pvt. Davant was wounded June 11, 1864 during the Battle of Trevillian Station. In September he was still absent.
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