Here is some further information on the William Hood who was in the 1st Ala. Cav. USV

William W Hood

Age: 26
Birthplace: Jefferson Co., AL
Occupation: Farmer
Rank at enlistment: Private
Company Assignment: B

1/5/1863 Enlisted
Glendale, MS
1/22/1863 Mustered In
Corinth, MS
4/18/1863 Deserted
Glendale, MS