John,
Thanks for the reply.
I went through the solider's and sailor's system and couldn't find the guy's name.
I think maybe it is a fake. That would explain why no one can find that the 13th Illinois had any great casualties on July 7, 1862.
I guess I should have done a bit more research before I wasted alot of other people's time.
At least I did learn something and that was how to search on my own a bit better. No doubt this will help me alot better.
Thank you for taking the time to help me.
You have alot of great resources.
Take Care,
Ronnie Ladd