Porter, Maryland, And Military Prison

Statement of George Porter (Substitute):

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He enlisted in Baltimore, Maryland, as a substitute, on or about July 31, 1864, to serve 3 years.

• $300 bounty
• Sent to Camp Taylor, Virginia
• Left Without Authority
• Went To The Potomac And Swam To Washington, D.C.
• Changed Into Civilian Clothing
• Went To Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Depot
• Arrested At Depot On Or About 6 August 1864 By A Detective
• Taken To The Provost Marshal
• Sent To Forest Hall, Georgetown
• Then Sent To Prince St. Military Prison, Alexandria, Virginia

Witnesses:

?.?. Roberts, 1st Lieutenant, 12th Reg., VRC?
Isaac Pierson, Lt., Co. H, 2nd D.C. Volunteers