Service Record - 1st Alabama Cavalry, USV

It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Glenda McWhirter Todd. She passed away on September 3, 2017 surrounded by her family. She was a historian, genealogist, and author who prided herself on being a descendant of Andrew Ferrier McWhirter of the 1st Alabama Cavalry, USV. Her work over the past two decades and her dedication to the 1st Alabama Cavalry has created a legacy that will last for years to come.

Her life's work has touched thousands of people through the years, and I am glad that I had the pleasure to work with her as long as I did. My hope is that her work will live on for years to come to educate and inspire a new generation.

Franklin Dodd

Age:	24
Birthplace:	Walker Co., AL
Occupation:	Farmer
Rank at enlistment:	Private
Company Assignment:	L

9/25/1863	Enlisted Fayette Co., AL
9/25/1863	Mustered In Glendale, MS
4/15/1864	Died Memphis, TN Died at Adams USA General Hospital.

Notes:
Franklin Dodd served with his brother, John Dodd, in the 1st Alabama Cavalry.

Franklin Dodd Married Elizabeth Tucker on 24 September 1857. Elizabeth was the daughter of Simeon Tucker who was also a member of the First.

Elizabeth and Franklin had three children: Mary Ann, born 23 September 1858, died 10 Amrch 1930; William Simeon, born 10 April 1861, died 7 August 1949; and Mary Priscilla, born 24 May 1864, died 18 March 1911.

Buried:
Memphis National Cemetery, TN

Database created and maintained by Ryan Dupree.

Service records compiled by Glenda Todd and used with her permission. This and other information about the history of the First and the men who fought with the unit can be found in her book, First Alabama Cavalry, USA: Homage to Patriotism.

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