John Sterling
Pvt., 3rd Pa. Cavalry (60th Pa. Volunteers), Company L
Held as prisoner of war
Enrolled in service Aug. 19, 1861, in Pottsville at age 23, a miner. Mustered in Aug. 22, 1861, in Washington, D.C. Captured Jan. 7, 1864, whereabouts uncertain. Recorded at Camp Discharge May 18, 1865. Discharged June 21, 1865, expiration of term.