>William Thomas Briscoe is the one listed in the 9th MD.
>He also went by Thomas Briscoe.

Yes, that's the same William Thomas. The information matches what I have for my great-great grandfather in his pension file.

If I could find some way to prove Andrew's father (John Briscoe) and William Thomas' father (William H Briscoe) were related (brothers?) that might show some connection, aside from the obvious link of military service.

Thanks for responding to my query.

James