Brooks, James. Private, Capt. Elijah Deming’s co.. Col. Ashlev’s (Berkshire Co.) regt.; enlisted Sept. 19, 1777; discharged Oct. 18, 1777; service, 30 days; company ordered to Stillwater by Maj. Gen. Gates; also, Capt. John Collar’s co.. Col. Ashley’s regt., commanded by Lieut. Col. Powel; enlisted July 19, 1779; discharged Aug. 27, 1779 ; service, 1 mo. 9 days ; marched to Connecticut. Source: MS&SRA Vol 2 pg 574/580