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Ezra JOHNSON 1# Married Margaret KINNEY on 23 JULY 1848 in Ottawa, Putnam County, Ohio, USA.
Ezra JOHNSON 2# Married Lydia KINNEY on 26 AUG 1849 in Ottawa, Putnam County, Ohio, USA.
Ezra JOHNSON 3# Married Emeline SEARS on 11 JUN 1874 in Pleasant Grove, Sutter County, California, USA.
Aged: 77 years 3 Months 17 Days
Funeral and Obituary:
Provided by eileencw (#47696439)
The funeral of the late Ezra Johnson, who died Sunday, November 29, was held at the Congregational church on Tuesday, Rev. F. F. Pearse conducting the services. Mr. Johnson was born at Holmes, Ohio, in 1826 and was...
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Ezra JOHNSON 1# Married Margaret KINNEY on 23 JULY 1848 in Ottawa, Putnam County, Ohio, USA.
Ezra JOHNSON 2# Married Lydia KINNEY on 26 AUG 1849 in Ottawa, Putnam County, Ohio, USA.
Ezra JOHNSON 3# Married Emeline SEARS on 11 JUN 1874 in Pleasant Grove, Sutter County, California, USA.
Aged: 77 years 3 Months 17 Days
Funeral and Obituary:
Provided by eileencw (#47696439)
The funeral of the late Ezra Johnson, who died Sunday, November 29, was held at the Congregational church on Tuesday, Rev. F. F. Pearse conducting the services. Mr. Johnson was born at Holmes, Ohio, in 1826 and was 77 years old at the time of his death. He leaves a wife and six children, all residing in California: also two sisters, one, Mrs. Roberts, living at Mt. Pleasant, and the other in Ohio. He was one of the pioneers of this section.
Ezra was a member of the Native Sons of California.
Ezra was a Private - Civil War Co. L- 3rd. Regiment Ohio Cavalry
26 August for 3 years, Volunteer Army.
He was discharged 26 June 1865 in Columbus, Ohio, USA
He got a pension looked like 21st. April 1814 in Placer County, California, USA
AricanAme Civil War Regiments
Regiment:
3rd Cavalry Regiment Ohio
Date of Organization: 11 Dec 1861
Muster Date: 4 Aug 1865
Regiment State: Ohio
Regiment Type: Cavalry
Regiment Number: 3rd
Officers Killed or Mortally Wounded: 1
Officers Died of Disease or Accident: 6
Enlisted Killed or Mortally Wounded: 58
Enlisted Died of Disease or Accident: 229
Regimental Soldiers and History: List of Soldiers
Regimental History
OHIO
THIRD CAVALRY
(Three Years)
Third Cavalry. - Cols., Louis Zahm, James W. Paramore,
Charles B. Seidel, Horace N. Howland; Lieut.-Cols., Douglas A. Murray, Darius E Livermore; Majs., John H. Foster, James S. Brisbin, Charles W. Skinner, Leonard Adams, Thomas D. McClelland, Martin Archer, Francis P. Gates. This regiment was organized from the state at large, at Monroeville, Huron county, from Sept. 4 to Dec. 11, 1861, to serve for three years. In March, 1862, it was ordered to Nashville, Tenn., and arrived there on the 18th. In September the 1st battalion of the regiment had a sharp engagement at Munfordville, Ky., with three times its own number and drove them into their works in three separate charges. It lost 2 killed and 12 wounded, and the enemy lost 38 killed and 60 wounded. Near Bardstown the same battalion, reinforced by two companies of the 2nd Ohio and 3d Ky. cavalry, attacked the enemy 1,200 strong, but without success, the battalion losing 6 men killed, 20 wounded and 17 captured. In October a detachment of the regiment, with a portion of the 4th cavalry, numbering in all 250 men, was completely surrounded near Lexington by John Morgan's forces and after an obstinate resistance was compelled to yield to superior numbers. During the first day's fight at Stone's river the regiment was actively engaged and suffered considerable loss. On the second day it left the field to escort a train of 4,000 wagons to Nashville for supplies. The train was attacked at Stewart's creek by Wheeler's Confederate cavalry and the regiment, supported by the 10th Ohio infantry, repulsed the Confederates with severe loss. After the battle of Stone's river the regiment was sent in pursuit of the enemy, and near Middleton, Tenn., attacked his rear-guard, capturing one of his trains.
During the battle of Chickamauga it occupied a position at
Lafayette, on the extreme left of the Federal lines, where it was attacked by the Confederates and forced back to Charleston, Tenn. After the battle the regiment moved as the advance of Gen. Crook's forces in pursuit of Wheeler's cavalry through Tennessee, engaging them at McMinnville and on the Shelbyville pike. The latter engagement was a handsome and successful cavalry fight, in which Wheeler's forces were completely routed and demoralized, large numbers of the Confederates being killed and captured, while the regiment lost but 2 men killed and 23
captured. In Jan., 1864, the regiment re-enlisted and on the expiration of the 30-days' furlough returned to duty. Through the efforts of Maj. Charles W. Skinner and Capt. E. M. Colver nearly 1,000 recruits were enlisted and on its return to the front at Nashville, the regiment numbered over 1,500 strong.
In May it was engaged at Courtland, Ala., with the Confederate Gen. Roddey's command, the Confederates being routed with the loss of upward of 30 men killed and wounded. At Moulton the regiment was attacked by the same force in camp before daylight, and although partially surprised, it rallied, drove the enemy from the field, and pursued him. Reaching Rome, the regiment was assigned to a position on the left flank of Sherman's army and participated in the engagements at Noonday creek and
Kennesaw mountain. After crossing the Chattahoochee river it was engaged in the battle of Peachtree creek. In the flanking movements on Jonesboro it was in Gen. Garrard's cavalry division and was the first to attack the enemy's forces at Lovejoy's Station, taking possession of the railroad. In the first battle of Franklin, Tenn., the regiment occupied a position on the left of Gen. Thomas' forces and was engaged with the Confederate cavalry. It was then engaged in the Wilson raid through Alabama and Georgia and in the battles of Selma, Ala. and Macon, Ga. In the engagement at Selma it lost heavily in killed and wounded. The regiment was mustered out on Aug. 4, 1865.
Source: The Union Army, vol. 2
Stone's River after battle report:
Report of Lieut. Col. Douglas A. Murray, Third
Ohio Cavalry, including skirmishes at Franklin, December 26-27, and Overall's Creek, December 31.
HDQRS. THIRD OHIO CAVALRY, In Camp near
Murfreesborough, Tenn., January 6, 1863.
COL.: In compliance with instructions received from your
headquarters, I have the honor to report, for your information, the part taken by the Third Ohio Cavalry in the several engagements in which the regiment was engaged since leaving Nashville, Tenn., on December 26 last, on which day we proceeded to Franklin, driving the enemy therefrom and taking possession of the town; took some 10 prisoners. Remaining in town some time, we recrossed the river, and marched across the country to Wilson Creek pike, about 14 miles from Nashville, and encamped, arriving in camp at about 10 p. m.
On the 27th, the Third Battalion of the regiment moved toward Franklin, and found that the enemy had in strong force again taken possession of the town; the battalion drove in their pickets under a heavy fire, killing 3 of them. Seeing that the enemy were in such force, the commander deemed it prudent to retire, and rejoined the regiment, which picketed the roads, &c., in the vicinity of its camp.
On the 28th ultimo, proceeded to Triune and encamped, leaving early next morning across the country toward Murfreesborough, proceeding about 5 miles in that direction, when attacked by the enemy's pickets in
force, which we drove, skirmishing, they frequently making a stand, which we each time broke, and still drove them about 5 miles.
The 30th ultimo, ordered to proceed to Stone's River; proceeded but a short distance when attacked by the enemy's pickets; the enemy were in
force in our front with artillery. We therefore retired, forming on the high ground in our rear to receive them, their pickets, or patrol, advancing, which we repulsed. In the evening our brigade was re-enforced by one battery of artillery and three regiments of infantry, and proceeded in reconnaissance to the left of the enemy's lines, where
we found Gen. Hardee's corps d'armee ready, in line of battle, to receive us. We retired, and encamped in the woods, about 2 miles in front of the enemy's lines.
On the morning of the 31st we formed; shortly after the enemy appeared in large force, both on our left, center, and right, evidently endeavoring to cut us off. The brigade of infantry to our left gave way, retreating in
confusion through our lines, letting the whole force of the enemy's artillery, cavalry, and infantry fall upon us, which compelled us gradually to retire toward the main body of our army. The regiment covering the entire rear of the brigade, supporting one infantry regiment on our right, drove back, with heavy loss, a large force of cavalry which charged upon us, under cover of a piece of artillery, firing well-directed shells, which passed over us. The enemy being in such force, we had to retire about three-fourths of a mile, when an aide-de-camp of Gen. McCook rode up, informing us that the train close by was Gen. McCook's entire ammunition train, which must be
saved at all hazards; on intimation of which the regiment was immediately formed for its protection, holding the enemy in check until the entire train, with the exception of a few disabled wagons that could not be moved, was safely withdrawn. The regiment then moved between the
enemy and train as far as the Mufreesborough pike, where we found the enemy making a fierce attack upon Gen. Thomas' train, when we again repulsed them at several points, taking many prisoners and saving
that entire portion of the train. The attack of the enemy was furious and desperate, which required the greatest firmness and bravery to resist. Col. Kennett was an eye-witness to the determined bravery of a portion of the regiment rescuing the train from the enemy, which were
in force at the hospital on the Murfreesborough pike. The regiment then formed in the field near the hospital, where the brigade soon assembled and reformed, and advanced toward the enemy's left. Soon came up to the enemy's cavalry, supported by artillery, when several other
skirmishes ensued during the evening, the enemy's entire object seeming to be to take the train.
On the 1st instant, received orders to proceed to Nashville in charge of train, consisting of some 200 or 300 wagons. When about 2 miles on the Nashville side of La Vergne, we were attacked by Gen. Wheeler's brigade of cavalry, which made several dashes on the train, and were
repulsed. They then attacked our rear in force. After a well-contested fight, our regiment put them to flight in disorder, killing 9 of them and wounding several, and arrived in Nashville at 9 p. m. and encamped.
The 2d instant, remained in Nashville and procured forage for our horses, furnishing working party and escort to forage train.
The 3d instant, left Nashville for Murfreesborough in charge of hospital and ammunition trains. Attacked again in force by Wheeler's brigade of cavalry on the Nashville side of La Vergne, which was repulsed with a loss of 15 on their side and some 8 or 9 prisoners taken; among the
latter the adjutant of the Third Alabama Cavalry. Two of our non-commissioned officers, I regret to inform you, were severely and dangerously wounded, whom we had to leave in a house on the road-side.
Arrived at camp, near Murfreesborough, at 1 a. m., 4th instant, with the train all safe, with the exception of one wagon of the regiment that was cut off by the enemy, and is now supposed to have returned to Nashville.
On the evening of the 4th, proceeded with brigade toward
Murfreesborough as far as Stone's River, and returned to camp.
On the 5th instant, proceeded again with brigade to Murfreesborough,and beyond it about 4 1/2 miles, where we halted, taking several prisoners, and returning to camp about 7 p. m.
I have much pleasure in informing you that the conduct and behavior of both officers, non-commissioned officers, and privates of the regiment have been highly creditable, with not a single instance to the contrary in the regiment.
Inclosed please find list of casualties that have occurred since December 26, 1862, to January 5, 1863.*
I have the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant, D. A. MURRAY,
Lieut.-Col. Third Ohio Cavalry, Comdg. Regt.
Col. L. ZAHM,
Comdg. Third Cavalry Brigade, First Cavalry Division.
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Report of Maj. James W. Paramore, Third Ohio Cavalry,
including skirmishes at Overall's Creek, December 31, and at La Vergne, January 1.
HDQRS. THIRD OHIO CAVALRY, January 8, 1863.
SIR: There are a few incidents in the recent series of battles in which we were engaged which, not having fallen immediately under your observation or of the regimental commander, have escaped notice; and being under my immediate command, in justice to the brave officers and
men engaged, I deem it my duty to make this special report.
In the severe fighting of Wednesday, the 31st ultimo, which fell so heavily upon your brigade, you will recollect, when we had been forced back as far as Gen. McCook's ammunition train, and were drawn up in front of it for its protection, the furious charge of the enemy's
cavalry, preceded by a shower of shells, caused a pretty general stampede of our cavalry, led off my the Second Tennessee on our right, and followed by the Fourth and First Ohio, and the First Battalion of the Third Ohio Cavalry. At that juncture an aide of Gen. McCook came
up to me, and informed me that "that was their entire ammunition train, and must be held at all hazards." I gave orders accordingly to the left wing of the Third Ohio Cavalry, under my command, and I am happy to report that they held their position and did not break their lines nor
join in that stampede, but received the galling fire of the enemy with the firmness of heroes, and maintained their ground till all the wagons, except a few that were disabled or deserted by the teamsters, had safely
reached the lines of our infantry.
The enemy, seeing our determination and bold resistance, turned and left us, and pursued the broken columns of our cavalry that had fled.
We then wheeled, and charged upon their rear with terrible effect (scattering their columns in worse confusion, if possible, than they had just routed the balance of our brigade), killing a number of men and horses and taking some 10 or 12 prisoners, and releasing a large number
of our brigade that they had captured. We pursued them over to the Murfreesborough pike, Capt. McClelland, commanding Squadrons E and F, taking the right of the pike, and the balance of the command, with myself, taking the left.
When within a short distance of the hospital we again encountered a large force of the enemy coming back to take possession of the train. We at once engaged them, although at least double our numbers, and after a severe struggle put them to flight, with a loss of several killed,
wounded, and prisoners. The bravery and daring of Capt.'s Wood and Colver, and their respective commands on this occasion, challenged my admiration. I also learned that Capt. McClelland, with his squadron, engaged the enemy farther up the pike, beyond the hospital, with
Col. Kennett and a portion of the Third Kentucky Cavalry, and, after a fierce contest, repulsed them. We then quietly formed in line and awaited the reassembling of the brigade. Then be it spoken to their praise, that the Second and Third Battalions of the Third Ohio Cavalry
did not run nor break their lines during that day's severe fighting.
This result is greatly attributable to be coolness and bravery of Capt.'s McClelland, Wood, and Colver, and their lieutenants. It was also this portion of the regiment that repulsed the attack of the enemy on the rear of our train the next day near La Vergne as we were proceeding to
Nashville, and brought safely into Nashville two pieces of cannon, three caissons full of ammunition, and a wagon loaded with new carbines and ammunition, which had been abandoned by their cowardly teamsters.
All of which is respectfully submitted.
J. W. PARAMORE,
Maj., Cmdg. Left Wing, Third Ohio Cavalry.
Col. L. ZAHM,
Cmdg. Second Cavalry Brigade.
Source: Official Records
PAGE 642-29 KY., MID. AND E. TENN., N. ALA., AND SW. VA. [CHAP. XXXII.
[Series I. Vol. 20. Part I, Reports. Serial No. 29.]
Battles Fought
Fought on 3 Aug 1862.
Fought on 5 Aug 1862.
Fought on 24 Aug 1862 at Lebanon, KY.
Fought on 4 Oct 1862 at Bardstown, KY.
Fought on 17 Oct 1862 at Lexington, KY.
Fought on 18 Oct 1862 at Lexington, KY.
Fought on 13 Nov 1862 at Silver Springs, TN.
Fought on 15 Nov 1862 at Gallatin, TN.
Fought on 15 Nov 1862.
Fought on 29 Dec 1862 at Murfreesboro, TN.
Fought on 30 Dec 1862 at Stones River, TN.
Fought on 31 Dec 1862 at Stones River, TN.
Fought on 31 Dec 1862 at Murfreesboro, TN.
Fought on 1 Jan 1863 at Stones River, TN.
Fought on 6 Feb 1863.
Fought on 16 Jul 1863 at Pulaski, TN.
Fought on 19 Sep 1863 at Chickamauga, GA.
Fought on 20 Sep 1863 at Chickamauga, GA.
Fought on 7 Oct 1863 at Shelbyville Pike, TN.
Fought on 7 Oct 1863 at Farmington, TN.
Fought on 14 Oct 1863 at Near Fayetteville, TN.
Fought on 14 Oct 1863.
Fought on 20 Oct 1863 at Frog Springs, GA.
Fought on 15 Nov 1863 at Woodville, AL.
Fought on 25 Nov 1863 at Cleveland, TN.
Fought on 2 Dec 1863 at Philadelphia, TN.
Fought on 12 Jan 1864.
Fought on 23 Feb 1864 at Dalton, GA.
Fought on 10 May 1864 at Columbia, TN.
Fought on 29 May 1864 at Moulton, AL.
Fought on 11 Jun 1864 at Noonday Creek, GA.
Fought on 15 Jun 1864 at Noonday Creek, GA.
Fought on 15 Jun 1864 at Kenesaw Mountain, GA.
Fought on 20 Jun 1864 at Noonday Creek, GA.
Fought on 5 Jul 1864 at Vining Station, GA.
Fought on 10 Jul 1864 at Marietta, GA.
Fought on 23 Jul 1864 at Near Decatur, GA.
Fought on 17 Aug 1864 at Jonesboro, GA.
Fought on 19 Aug 1864 at Jonesboro, GA.
Fought on 20 Aug 1864 at Lovejoy Station, GA.
Fought on 20 Aug 1864 at Jonesboro, GA.
Fought on 5 Sep 1864.
Fought on 23 Oct 1864 at Lookout Mountain, TN.
Fought on 25 Oct 1864 at Gadston, AL.
Fought on 14 Nov 1864 at Marysville, TN.
Fought on 3 Dec 1864 at Nashville, TN.
Fought on 22 Mar 1865 at Cherokee Station.
Fought on 1 Apr 1865.
Fought on 2 Apr 1865 at Selma, AL.
Fought on 16 Apr 1865 at Columbus, GA.
Ezra Johnson Discharge Document:
To all whom it may Concern:
Know ye that Ezra Johnson a
Private of Captain Samuel J. Clock's(?)
Company (L), 3rd Regiment of Ohio Cavalry
VOLUNTEERS who was enrolled on the 26 day of August
one thousand eight hundred and Sixty two to serve Three years at(?)
during the war, is hereby Discharged from the service of the United States,
this 26th day of June, 1865, at Columbus
Ohio by reason of Instructions from Secy of War
(No objection to his being unenlisted is known to exist.) dated May 18 & 29th 1865
Said Ezra Johnson was enlisted at Columbus
in the State of Ohio at the age of 36 years, and at
5 feet 10 inches high, Dark complexion, Grey eyes,
Dark hair, and by occupation when enrolled, a Farmer.
Given at Columbus, Ohio this Twenty Sixth day of
June, 1865
+ This sentence will be erased should there be anything John W L Kiles (?)
in the conduct or physical condition of the soldier
rendering him unfit for the Army. Bob Colouth(?)
Commanding, Third Reg't
(Printer and Form No. - illegible) Draft Recdz(?)
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Written vertically up the left side and possible over-printed or bled-through when copying, it says something like:
"$100 Bounty Act July 1866
paid by Certificate of XXXXXXXX
XX XXXXXX XX XXXXX November 26, 1870
Information sent By: MICHAEL P. GLEASON
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