Alexander enlisted on March 24, 1865, at the age of 20 at Grand Rapids for 1 year of service. He was transferred to Company K of the 1st Michigan Cavalry on November 17, 1865. He was discharged at the end of his term of service at Fort Bridger, Utah Territory, on March 31, 1866. His postwar residence was Topinabee, Michigan.
14 January 2003