William Pittman

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William Pittman


Birth Date: October 25, 1838 in NYC

Date of Death: November 2, 1909

Enlistment Date: April 18, 1861 at Brooklyn NY to serve 3 years.

Description: 5 Feet 8 Inches, Light complexion, Light hair, Gray eyes.

Company:E

Muster Out Date: June 6, 1864 at New York City

Promotions:

Wounded/Sick: August 29th, 1862 at Battle of Second Bull Run, wounded in right index finger, losing tip of finger to the first joint.

Taken Prisoner: August 29th, 1862 at Battle of Second Bull Run, released same day.

Details: January 11, 1863 to May 1864 detached to Corps Commissary Department

Subsequent Service:

Marriage Date and Place: July 22, 1864, At St. Patrick's Church Kent and Willoughby Ave., Brooklyn NY by Rev Father P.C Fagan.

Wife's Maiden Name: Bridget Sweeney Died: September 16, 1916

Father's Name: William H. Pittman

Mother's Maiden Name: Margaret Matie

Occupations: Gas Fitter, Steam Fitter

Known Addresses:

1) 132 Franklin Ave. Brooklyn, NY

2) 88 Skillman Street, Brooklyn NY

3) 967 DeKalb Ave. Brooklyn NY

4) 446 Koscusler Street, Brooklyn NY

5) 757 DeKalb Ave. Brooklyn NY

Last Pension Rate: $15 per month

Children:

Delia Pittman Born February 5, 1868

Mary Pittman Born August 29, 1875

Elizabeth Pittman Born November 5, 1878


  • William is buried in National Cemetery, Brooklyn, NY. Grave # 6779
  • William is portrayed by William Henry. (no email available at present)
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