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SGT Alfred C. Starbird

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SGT Alfred C. Starbird

Birth
Stockport, Wayne County, Pennsylvania, USA
Death
11 Jul 1864 (aged 33)
Washington, District of Columbia, District of Columbia, USA
Burial
Washington, District of Columbia, District of Columbia, USA Add to Map
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Grave Marker # 33
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Co. A 25th New York Calvary

Birth: ca. 1833

Worked as a carpenter before the war. Enlisted in Company A of the 25th New York Cavalry on 11 Nov 1863. Promoted to Full 1st Sergeant on 20 Feb 1864.

Starbird is believed to be the tallest man (6'2") buried at the cemetery. His height may have been a disadvantage for him, making him an easy target for Confederate sharpshooters. According to records, he was shot through the heart and died instantly.
Co. A 25th New York Calvary

Birth: ca. 1833

Worked as a carpenter before the war. Enlisted in Company A of the 25th New York Cavalry on 11 Nov 1863. Promoted to Full 1st Sergeant on 20 Feb 1864.

Starbird is believed to be the tallest man (6'2") buried at the cemetery. His height may have been a disadvantage for him, making him an easy target for Confederate sharpshooters. According to records, he was shot through the heart and died instantly.

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  • Created by: Greg Keller
  • Added: Mar 5, 2007
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  • Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/18252117/alfred_c-starbird: accessed ), memorial page for SGT Alfred C. Starbird (8 May 1831–11 Jul 1864), Find a Grave Memorial ID 18252117, citing Battleground National Cemetery, Washington, District of Columbia, District of Columbia, USA; Maintained by Greg Keller (contributor 46859742).