Many came into service as a "private" or a lower ranking officer.
Either they earned a promotion or were elected to a higher position by their
men.
My Ancestor John Pearson, SC Militia with Marion, was an entry level
Lieutenant and was later promoted to Major. During the war of 1812, he was a
General SC Militia. Money and property may have been a help to getting this
rank or just possibly length of service to SC.
JP Adams
Texas
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From: Discussion of research and writing about Virginia history
[mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Ron Roizen
Sent: Monday, August 06, 2012 9:08 AM
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Subject: Re: Captain Rank... Militia?
Eric,
May I register a mild objection to your use of the phrase "only a private"?
My grandfather used to say it was a lot harder to be an private in the army
than an officer. My limited experience tends to confirm he was right on
that!
Best,
Ron Roizen
PVT, U.S. Army Reserve (1966-1972)
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From: Discussion of research and writing about Virginia history
[mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Huffstutler, Eric S.
Sent: Monday, August 06, 2012 6:59 AM
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Subject: [VA-HIST] Captain Rank... Militia?
I am studying a certain family which is connected to our house built in
1812.
The person is named Capt. Charles Wills (1775-1820).
Problem is that I find him serving in two different regiments during the War
of 1812 but only as "private". Yet, he is known as "Captain". I haven't
found any ship link but possibly he was made that rank in the local Camp
Holly Militia after the war?
How can I find out?
Thanks!
Eric
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