John Minton enlisted march 10, 1863 in Charleston, S.C. with Capt. Harrison. Pvt. Minton was in Co. B then in Co. E, 21st Battalion, Georgia Cavalry until, through consolidation of units, he was transferred to Co. F, 7th Regiment, Georgia Cavalry.
Pvt. John Minton was discharged August 14, 1864 - had pay due from February 1st to August 15th and received $111.67. No details as to why he was discharged.