Theodore B. McAllister

Theodore B. McAllister (c. 1842–1924) was a Pennsylvania-born resident of the James McAllister household in Cumberland Township. The 1860 census listed him as 18 years old. Later biographical records identify him as a Civil War veteran, farmer, and member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He served as a sergeant in Company C, First Maryland Cavalry, also known as Cole’s Cavalry, and was buried in Evergreen Cemetery.

Basic Information

Death Year: 1924

Age in 1860: 18

Sex: M

Race: W

Birthplace: Pennsylvania

1860 Census

Township: Cumberland

Dwelling Number: 461

Family Number: 516

Later Life and Identification

Cemetery Name: Evergreen Cemetery

Military Info: Sgt., Company C, First Maryland Cavalry/Cole’s Cavalry, Union Army

Occupation after 1860: Farmer; Pennsylvania House of Representatives member

Research Status

Identification Status: Confirmed

Confidence Level: High

Evidence Strength: Direct