Maj William Thomas Sutherlin

In his 40's and in poor health he could not serve in the Confederate Army
Sutherlin was appointed Quartermaster of Danville and rose to the rank of
Major. His duties included oversight of food, medicine and arms supply,as
Danville served as a primary supply depot and arsenal of the Confederacy.

  Major Sutherlin also allowed his tobacco factory to be used as a prison

for captured Union soldiers.

Major Sutherlin opened his home to President Jefferson Davis and his 

Cabinet,after they fled from Richmond. Here at the Sutherlin Mansion
Jefferson Davis signed his last official proclamation as President of the
Confederacy.

• Reference: Find A Grave Memorial - SmartCopy: Dec 2 2022, 22:58:38 UTC