James H. Ledlie
American military officer and engineer (1832–1882) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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James Hewett Ledlie (April 14, 1832 – August 15, 1882) was a civil engineer for American railroads and a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He is best known for his dereliction of duty at the Battle of the Crater during the Siege of Petersburg.
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Born | (1832-04-14)April 14, 1832 Utica, New York, U.S. |
Died | August 15, 1882(1882-08-15) (aged 50) New Brighton, Staten Island, New York |
Place of burial | Forest Hill Cemetery Utica, New York, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States of America Union |
Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
Years of service | 1861–1865 |
Rank | Brigadier General |
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