J.P. Trotter was my great-great grandfather and his son, Alpha Peebles Trotter my great grandfather (his son Col. Alden Percy Trotter, U.S.A. Ret. was my grandfather).  I am interested in any information concerning the war history of Company B (Trotter's Company).  I note there is none contained in your website but was wondering if you had any information which had not yet been posted.  I am particularly interested in whether or not Trotter's Company participated in the Battle for Fort Pillow. I have read the general history of the 5th Mississippi Cavalry which makes general reference to Trotter's Company but does not contain any specifics.  My wife and I are doing some Trotter geneology and plan to be in Mississippi in July.  Any information you can provide would be appreciated

 

Very truly yours,