The following photographs and information are original members of the "Bloody Sixth". I am honored to include their stories and images here. If you would like to share a story or photo about your 6th NCST ancestor, please leave a comment and I will be in touch.
Private Solomon Moore
Company K
6th North Carolina State Troops
Prior Occupation: Farmer
Enlisted: June 21, 1861 For the War
Where: Alamance County
Age at enlistment: 26
Wounded: Mortally Wounded at Sharpsburg, Maryland, September 17,1862
Died: Prior to September 22, 1862
His 20 year old brother Harrison Moore enlisted at the same time. Harrison was killed at the Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia in December 1862.
His 17 year old brother named Eli enlisted on March 1, 1862. Eli died in a hospital of Bronchitis in January 1863.
Note the 6th N. C. S. T. Buckle. This is the only known picture showing this unique buckle.
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| Closeup of Moore's Buckle with letters outlined for clarity |
Source Notes:
1) Jordon, "North Carolina Troops, 1861-1865"
2) Compiled Service records at North Carolinas State Archives, Sixth Infantry, Be-Ca F.6.21.4P (NA-MC270-159), 7/24/2004, Co. I, 6 NC Inf
Additional information or photos would be welcomed to complete the record of this honorable soldier.
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