Eddie Griffin
Re: Roddey's
Wed May 23 09:04:46 2001


First off I want to thank you Alan and Wayne for the information you've provided. I've learned in the short period of time on this board more than I ever expected. With a life long interest in the war between the states which lead me to an interest in what part my ancesters played in it I've also learned that records for the War and genealogy are both confusing, incomplete and sometimes false or transcribed wrong. With that in mind, I try and look at all possible answers and try to come to a conclusion but many times only a theory.
Alan, on your comment that there were 3 Joslyn's, John F., Samuel M. and William in Co. K 2nd MS "Iuka Rifles". In the past I also have listed a Anse Joslyn/Joslin with those previous listed 3. Regretfully I didnt list the source as in alot of my ealr research but this is the only time I've seen that name, probably a nickname or one of those middle names that are usually just an intial.
As you mentioned Moreland being captain of the Burnsville Blues Co E 17 MS Inf., Daniel W. did belong to this unit as well as Joseph J. Joslyn/Joslin. Daniel W. made it through the war, moved to Sevier co. Tn and died there. Joseph was captured, sent to prison and then was galvanized in Oct 1864 at Ft Zarah, Kansas where he deserted Oct 1865. I have a picture of Daniel and the U.S records of Joseph.
You mention of J.F. Joslyn capture Oct 21 1863 by a Cpt. Richardson and sent to Memphis then being released 3 days later is interesting. Maybe he convinced his captures of his upcoming marriage which was Jan 31 1864 in Tish. Co. MS. I have no idea but chivalry was still present so who knows. More comments coming in another post.