Milton Hester enlisted January 20, 1863 at Savannah with Capt. Harrison. Pvt. Hester was with the 21st Battalion, Georgia Cavalry, Co. B until, through consolidation of units, he was transferred to Co. E, 7th Regiment, Georgia Cavalry.
Pvt. Milton Hester transferred February 20, 1864 to 22nd Battalion, Siege Artillery with Capt. Mannings Company.