Civil War Confederate veteran James H Thompson served in the 6th Virginia Cavalry under General JEB Stuart. An Original Confederate Cross of Honor Application, January, 1904, Baltimore, Maryland, listing his service as "Private, Co D, 6th Virginia Cavalry", stating he was honorably discharged, April 9, 1865 "by termination of the War" , and signed by him. The Certificate is also signed by United Confederate Veteran Camp Commander FA Zimmerman and Maryland CS veteran notable Wm L. Ritter. Edge trimmed, overall VG.  w service info noting he served as a courier for General Stuart 1861-62 .  1p 8 x 11" ptd/ink, w stamped seal of the Confederate Veteran's Army & Navy Society. age stains, edge wear, Overall VG.

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