Chapman, Joseph
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Birth
Joseph P. Chapman was born in 1847 in Berne to Alonzo Chapman (B. abt 1825, D. bet 1855-1860) and Lorena Gardner (B. Dec 28, 1819, D. Aug 22, 1895).[1] He was the oldest of four children.[1] His father died during Joseph's childhood.[1]
Marriage & Children
Military Service
| Name: | Joseph P. Chapman |
| Residence: | Berne |
| Enlistment Date: | 18 Apr 1864 or 11 Apr 1864[2] |
| Age at enlistment: | 18[2] |
| Color of hair: | Brown[2] |
| Color of eyes: | Blue[2] |
| Stature: | 5ft, 6in[2] |
| Complexion: | Fair[2] |
| Identifying marks: | Scar on left hand[2] |
| Enlistment Place: | Berne[2] |
| Enlistment Rank: | Landsman[2] |
| State Served: | New York |
| Service branch: | Navy |
| Term of enlistment: | 2 years [2] |
| Additional Remarks: Enlisted at the age of 18 to serve for two years. |
| Sources Used: 1865 census, Berne, Albany Co., NY; US Naval Enlistment Rendezvous, 1855-1891 (LDS images) |
Death
Obituary
Additional Research Notes
Research Comments
No further record of Joseph Chapman has been found beyond his enlistment record.
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