Believe the rank given as Chaplain to be incorrect and should be Captain. In this case, it appears that he survived the war.

Procuring his service record file through the service noted in the red enclosed box above should provide your answer, in part.

Good hunting,

George Martin

See also: http://www.fortunecity.com/victorian/pottery/1080/westport_mo_23oct64.htm

http://www.kansasguardmuseum.org/15ksvls.html

Curtiss Johnson

Enlisted as a Chaplain (date unknown).
On 11/24/1863 he was commissioned into "E" Co. KS 15th Cavalry
He was Mustered Out on 10/19/1865
Sources used by Historical Data Systems, Inc.:
- Report of the Adjutant General of the State of Kansas

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Curtiss Johnson

Residence Saline County KS;
Enlisted on 10/7/1861 as a Corporal.
On 10/7/1861 he mustered into "F" Co. KS 6th Cavalry
He was discharged for promotion on 11/15/1863
On 11/15/1863 he was commissioned into "E" Co. KS 15th Cavalry
(date and method of discharge not given)
Promotions:
* Private (Reduced to ranks)
* Capt 11/15/1863
Sources used by Historical Data Systems, Inc.:
- Report of the Adjutant General of the State of Kansas