Frederick Harris

Frederick Harris was a veteran of the Civil War. He enlisted from Tallmadge, MI, as private, on August 15, 1862, age 18, and served in Co. B, 5th MI Cavalry. He mustered out on June 10, 1865, at Ft. Leavenworth, KS. Frederick was a prisoner of war during his military service.

Frederick is buried in Advent Cemetery in Wright Township, Ottawa County, MI.

 

1880 U. S. Federal Census, Grand Haven, Ottawa County, MI

Frederick, age about 35, saw flier in mill, born England

Sarah, age about 34, born NY

Fred, age about 16, works in sawmill

Nellie, age about 10, in school

Anna, age about 6, in school

 
    


Transcribed and photo by Joan Van Spronsen
7 Jan 2010