His one CSR [compiled service record] shows him on the company muster in roll as a 29 year old private in Capt Moore's Company of 3rd Regt Infantry, of 2nd brigade Arkansas volunteers. The roll is dated Sept 12, 1862 at Elm Springs, Arkansas. Joined for duty and was enrolled on August 11, 1862 at King R. Township, Madison Co, Arkansas.

This regiment disbanded after the battle of Prairie Grove and the men were distributed to other regiments.