During the Civil War, James Hall served as a captain in Company K of the 24th Alabama Infantry regiment. In the letter he discusses his recent illness; conditions in camp; his servant, whom he is sending home ("I expect to start Ben home to night....
During World War I, Brosemer served as a sergeant in the 58th U.S. Infantry Regiment, 4th Division. He was awarded the French Croix de Guerre. Additional information is available in the World War I Gold Star Database:...