Hugh W. Johnson enlisted with Capt. Miller May 15, 1862 at Savannah. He served in Co. C, 21st Battalion, Ga. Cav. The 21st and two other units were consolidated to form the 7th Regiment, Georgia Cavalry on February 13, 1864. Company C of the 21st was now Co. B of the 7th.
Pvt. Johnson was wounded and sent home August 4, 1864. He returned to duty on the September/October roll. In the late fall of 64, he received a clothing issue.
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