He enlisted in Grundy County and served in the 127th, Company D, Illinois Infantry. The most fascinating thing here is Emilys letter. As Best as I could figure out it reads: Sycamore, Dekalb, ___ Sept. Maxwell, I give this picture of James Richard Maxwell, ??
Father to hold, hus, ____Life. She will pass it to Mrs. She must take care of it, keep it in the family, never let it go to strangers. You c an reference these items by searching The Olive Tree Genealogy, the photos of the genealogy, and look for James R.
Maxwell, in the Civil War Archives. Keep in mind there was a James R. Who was in the Confederate Army. James Richard Maxwell, Company D, 127th Illinois Infantry. Please ask for more information and/or photos.
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