Henry W. Wessells
United States Army general (1809–1889) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For his son, the American brigadier general, see Henry W. Wessells Jr.
Henry Walton Wessells (February 20, 1809 – January 12, 1889) was an American brigadier general, best known for his service during the American Civil War, including his surrender of Union fortifications during the Battle of Plymouth in 1864.
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Henry W. Wessells | |
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Born | (1809-02-20)February 20, 1809 Litchfield, Connecticut, U.S. |
Died | January 12, 1889(1889-01-12) (aged 79) Dover, Delaware, U.S. |
Buried | East Cemetery, Litchfield, Connecticut, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States (Union) |
Service/ | United States Army (Union Army) |
Years of service | 1833–1871 |
Rank | Brigadier General |
Commands held | 6th Infantry Regiment 8th Kansas Infantry Regiment |
Battles/wars | Seminole Wars
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