Well.... It appeas that i have not followed through with connecting with all who have graciously provided information on this thread. If any of the previous contributors wish to contact me at
canehill1862@sbcglobal.net, I will happliy put together what informatin I can on the topic of Colonel Hamilton Perry Johnston's recruiting efforts in Mercer County, Missouri for the 5th Kansas Cavalry.
Sincerely,
Howard Mann