William Hugh McDowell facts for kids
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William Hugh McDowell
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| Born | December 31, 1846 Beattie's Ford, North Carolina |
| Died | May 15, 1864 (aged 17) New Market, Virginia |
| Allegiance |  Confederate States of America |
| Years of service | 1864 |
| Rank | Cadet private |
| Unit | Company B, Corps of Cadets |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
William Hugh McDowell (born December 31, 1846 – died May 15, 1864) was a young student. He was a cadet at the Virginia Military Institute (VMI). William was one of the VMI cadets who died during the Battle of New Market. This battle happened during the American Civil War.
William joined VMI on August 22, 1863. He was very young when he died in the fighting. Other cadets, named Cabell and Stanard, were also hurt in the same attack.
Early Life
William Hugh McDowell was born on December 31, 1846. His birthplace was Beattie's Ford, North Carolina. This area is in Iredell County, North Carolina. His parents were Robert Irvin McDowell and Rebecca Brevard.
William in Books
William's story has been shared in a book! A fictional story about him is in The Ghost Cadet. This book was written by Elaine M. Alphin.
