William Cackley

 

The provided text from "Historical Sketches of Pocahontas County" states that William Cackley was a Captain in the War of 1812.

The text describes William Cackley's life in some detail, noting that he was:

*   A son of Valentine Cackley and married to Jennie Gay.
*   He first settled on a property near Millpoint and operated a store.
*   He moved his family to a farm on Cummings Creek, near Huntersville, where he farmed and merchandized.
*   He served several terms in the Legislature and as Sheriff of the County.
*   Later in his life, he moved to Illinois.

While the text highlights William Cackley's involvement in farming, merchandizing, and public service, it doesn't explicitly mention a profession beyond his military title.