John Daniels
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Circa 1791 Born in Montreal
August 28, 1861 Mustered in at Ft. Wayne, Detroit, MI (Age 70)
January 17, 1862 Certficate of Discharge - 5 Feet 5 inches tall, light complexion, blue eyes, and gray hair.

"The above named John W. Daniels in consequence of his extreme old age and the attendant infermities, has been unfit for duty since cold weather set-in."

January 29, 1862 Discharged at Camp Michigan "by reason of extreme old age."
The Principal Musician John Daniels has had the following articles since his enlistment -

Form the State of Michigan

1 Overcoat
1 Pr Pants
1 Undercoat
1 Knapsack & straps
1 Haversack
1 Blanket
1 Drum strap
1 Cap
2 Shirts
1 Pr Shoes
1 Cap
1 Bed Sack

Background Music: O Come You From the Battle-Field?