John James McCook

John James McCook
Born(1806-02-21)February 21, 1806
DiedOctober 11, 1865(1865-10-11) (aged 59)
Resting placeUnion Cemetery
EducationJefferson College
OccupationPhysician
Spouse
Catherine Julia Sheldon
(died 1865)
ChildrenJohn James McCook
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John James McCook (February 21, 1806 – October 11, 1865), was a patriarch of the Fighting McCooks, one of the most prolific families in United States Army history. Five of his sons became prominent soldiers, chaplains, or sailors, as well as eight of his nephews.