1st Lieut James A Simmons served with Co D, Gray's 28th Louisiana Rgt. Also in his company was 4th Sgt Andrew J Tippett. A signed oath of allegiance to the Confederacy includes a detailed physical description. He was age 33 when enlisted, born Perry County AL.

Marked battlefield graves for Confederate soldiers are extremely rare.

No record of any Sgt David Lee or John Lee Tippett. A man named John L Tippett, age 63 in 1870, lived in Claiborne Parish for many years. No record of Confederate service for him, nor (considering his age) should one be expected. Who are you looking for?