Henry W. Wessells | |
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Born | Litchfield, Connecticut, U.S. | February 20, 1809
Died | January 12, 1889 Dover, Delaware, U.S. | (aged 79)
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 | 6th Infantry Regiment 8th Kansas Infantry Regiment |
Battles / wars | Seminole Wars
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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.