Thomas J. Lewis
American colonel (1857–1920) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Thomas Jefferson Lewis (1857–1920) was an American Colonel of the Spanish–American War, the Philippine–American War and World War I. He commanded the 2nd Cavalry Regiment during the Battle of San Juan Hill and was given commands of other cavalry regiments during his career.
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Thomas Jefferson Lewis | |
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![]() Lewis as a Lieutenant Colonel | |
Born | (1857-04-06)April 6, 1857 New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
Died | January 16, 1920(1920-01-16) (aged 62) Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
Buried | Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, U.S. |
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Years of service | 1875–1920 |
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Commands held | 2nd Cavalry Regiment |
Battles/wars | Spanish–American War
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Alma mater | United States Military Academy |
Spouse(s) | Emma Rising |
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