Last Soldier Michael P. Franz
Private Michael Franz (1844-1945) was the last living soldier of Wapello County. He was buried in Jefferson County and is listed under both counties. He served in Company A, 20th Iowa Infantry Regiment. Private Frantz, age 100, is buried in Evergreen Cemetery in Fairfield. Thanks to Danny Krock for placing the Last Soldier marker on August 30, 2019 and providing the photos.