Joseph Wheeler
American general and politician
Born
Died
1906
120 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a Confederate general during the American Civil War and later as a U.S. Congressman. Fought in notable battles such as the Battle of Gettysburg and the Battle of Atlanta. After the Civil War, held various political positions, including serving in the U.S. House of Representatives from Alabama. Played a significant role in the Spanish-American War as a major general in the United States Army.
Served as a Confederate general in the Civil War
Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives
Commanded troops during the Spanish-American War
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