Thanks for the information - I have found very little on these units over the years and only have bits and pieces. I was aware of Pendleton's service in the 81st E.M.M. (a.k.a. Paw Paw's). I agree that he was most likely a Commisary Sergeant as there is no such rank of Commanding Sergeant in the Civil War.

Still not sure how he could hold a commission in 2 units at the same time, but of course I am still needing to dig out these 2 unit's Muster and Pay rolls that I got at Jeff City several years ago. I havent looked at them in several years but perhaps they might reveal some more details that I over looked back then. - Thanks again

James Crofutt