Joseph Sterett | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1773 Maryland |
| Died | 1821 Maryland |
| Allegiance |  United States of AmericaMaryland Militia |
| Rank | Lieutenant colonel (United States) |
| Commands | 5th Maryland Regiment, Maryland Militia |
| Battles / wars | War of 1812 |
| Other work | planter |
Lieutenant Colonel Joseph Sterett (1773-1821), also known as Joseph Sterrett, was a Maryland militia officer who served during the Battle of Baltimore during the War of 1812. At the Battle of Bladensberg and the Battle of North Point he commanded the 5th Maryland Regiment, composed largely of volunteers from Baltimore.