James Scott Negley | |
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Born | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | December 22, 1826
Died | August 7, 1901 Plainfield, New Jersey | (aged 74)
Place of burial | Allegheny Cemetery, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
Allegiance | United States of America Union |
Service | United States Army Union Army |
Years of service | 1846–1848, 1861–1865 |
Rank | Major General |
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Alma mater | University of Pittsburgh |
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James Scott Negley (December 22, 1826 – August 7, 1901) was an American Civil War General, farmer, railroader, and U.S. Representative from the state of Pennsylvania. He played a key role in the Union victory at the Battle of Stones River.