Cocke, Theophilus, 1825-1911
Person
Biographical Note
Theophilus Cocke was born on January 8, 1825 in Carroll County, Virginia. Cocke served in the US Artillery during the Mexican War from November 28, 1845 to November 27, 1851 and was honorably discharged. After the war, Cocke married Rebecca Melton on May 5, 1870. Theophilus Cocke died on June 2, 1911 in Carroll County, Virginia.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Theophilus Cocke Letter
Collection
Identifier: Ms-2008-057
Abstract
The collection includes a letter from Theophilus Cocke, veteran of the Mexican War, to Dr. Brancomb Cabble, the Commissioner of Pensions, asking for the benefits provided by the Service Pension Bill of 1907.
Dates:
1907