A Soldier’s Record
John Preston Hatton
1837- 1912
When the country was divided in war, John Preston Hatton stepped forward as a Union soldier. His service reflects the experience of many Kentucky men—marked by endurance, illness, and a return home to rebuild.
Military Timeline
- Sept 23, 1861 – Enlisted at Estill Springs, KY (Co. B, 8th KY Infantry)
- Jan 15, 1862 – Mustered into service
- Aug 1862 – Hospitalized (Murfreesboro)
- Dec 5, 1862 – Discharged for disability (Nashville)
- Oct 27, 1863 – Re-enlisted (Co. I, 47th KY Infantry)
- Oct 31, 1863 – Mustered at Camp Nelson
Military Records
These records provide a glimpse into John’s time in service and the physical toll of war.
Regimental Service
John served in two Union regiments. The 8th Kentucky Infantry was active early in the war, operating in Kentucky and Tennessee. The 47th Kentucky Infantry, organized later, performed duty primarily within Kentucky.