DeWitt was a young man of 20 when he enlisted in the 14th Iowa Infantry, Company G, on October 29, 1861. Full of youthful vigor and a sense of duty, he eagerly joined the ranks of his fellow soldiers to fight for his beliefs. On November 2, 1861, he was mustered into service, ready to face the horrors of war. DeWitt proved himself in battle, participating in the fierce fight at Fort Donelson. However, it was during the Battle of Shiloh that he truly displayed his courage and dedication. He fought valiantly in the infamous Hornets' Nest segment, holding his ground amidst the chaos and carnage. Sadly, his bravery came at a cost. DeWitt was captured by Confederate forces and endured the hardships of imprisonment. After his release, DeWitt's health began to decline. The physical and emotional toll of war had taken its toll on his young body. His once vibrant spirit dimmed, and he succumbed to his illness on August 20, 1862, in St. Louis, Missouri. DeWitt's final resting place i...