James H. Benson

Pvt., 72nd Pa. Infantry, Company B

Held as prisoner of war

Mustered in Aug. 10, 1861, in Phila. at age 22. Captured near Petersburg, Va., June 22, 1864. Entered Camp Discharge Jan. 9, 1865. Mustered out Jan. 23, 1865, expiration of term. Did additional service with 3rd Pa. Infantry, Co. B.