Wm. F. Peabody born in Washington D.C. Oct 31st 1864. Enlisted at La Porte Indiana Aug 10th 1862, in the 4th Cavalry, and the 77th Reg. of Ind Volteers And fell mortally wounded during a skirmish against Van Dorn's forces, at Duck River, Tennessee March 10th 1863. Died & was buried by his comrades the next day March 11th