1776, a Private under Capt. Robert Irwin and Col. Adam Alexander. 1780, a Private under Capt. David Reed and Col. Robert Irwin. He had six brothers who served during the war - Aaron Wilson, James Wilson, John Wilson, Joseph Wilson, Samuel Wilson, and Zaccheus Wilson. Only James Wilson (above) applied for a pension. Born in 1760 in Anson (what became Mecklenburg) County, NC.
| Enlisted | 1776 |
| Discharged | 1780 |
| Service | 4 years |
| Unit | Mecklenburg County Regiment |
| Role | Private |
Cherokee Expedition 1776
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