Nordheim, TX, United States
Laging, H. W.. Born in Germany. Came to U.S. in 1860; settled near Brenham. Married Marie Dahse in 1867; they had 6 children. Moved to Weimar 1875, to Nordheim 1913. He served the Confederacy in the Texas Volunteer Infantry, 23rd Brigade. After Civil war, he became a successful farmer and businessma
n. Esteemed by his neighbors and known as "Papa Laging," he was last surviving Confederate veteran of this community. Recorded, 1968 #2315
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