It is easy to get lost in the 'war' I know having spent hours pouring through documents and searching on line. Thank you for all of your help.

One last question -
Did he ever see any action after he was 'drafted' (conscribed)? How would I find out ? Do you think he might have shot at a few Yankees when Admiral Farragut came through? being a Boykin myself I can't imagine him not having at least a little desire to jump into the fight as seems to be evident in his application for a position as a Major. His older brother Frank was apparently fighting and James served in the Mexican War as well. It was family tradition.

Thank you again for your tireless effort helping me to better understand my Great, Great, Great Grandpa.

Helen