James H. Ledlie

James Hewett Ledlie
Born(1832-04-14)April 14, 1832
Utica, New York, U.S.
DiedAugust 15, 1882(1882-08-15) (aged 50)
New Brighton, Staten Island, New York
Place of burial
Forest Hill Cemetery
Utica, New York, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States of America
Union
Service/branchUnited States Army
Union Army
Years of service1861–1865
Rank Brigadier General
Battles/wars

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.