W.B. Smith (listed both as "William & Warren") enlisted May 13, 1862 at Savannah. He was in Co. B, 21st Battalion, Ga Cav until, through consolidation of units, he was transferred to Co. E, 7th Regiment, Georgia Cavalry.

Pvt. Smith received leave April 18, 64 with orders to rejoin the company at Augusta. He was captured June 11, 1864 sent to Fortress Monroe June 20th and was transferred to Elmira Prison, N.Y.

Pvt. W.B. Smith was transferred for exchange October 11, '64 and was paroled at Elmira. He was admitted to U.S. General Hospital at Baltimore, Md. October13th. He died October 15, 1864.


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