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Jan 12, 2024 · Joseph Wheeler, Jr. September 10, 1836–June 16, 1906 A prominent Confederate cavalry commander during the American Civil War, General Joseph Wheeler also represented Alabama in the U.S. House of Representatives for nine terms, and led U.S. forces during the Spanish-American War and the Philippine-American Insurrection.
Joseph Wheeler. Joseph "Fighting Joe" Wheeler (September 10, 1836 – January 25, 1906) was a military commander and politician of the Confederate States of America.
- 1859–1861 (U.S.), 1861–1865 (C.S.), 1898–1900 (U.S.)
- Arlington National Cemetery
Apr 6, 2016 · In striking contrast to robust Nathan Bedford Forrest and athletic John Hunt Morgan, Joseph Wheeler Jr. stood 5 feet 2 inches in his stocking feet and weighed no more than 120 pounds. He was 15 years younger than Forrest and 11 years younger than Morgan. But the difference between them encompassed more than age and stature.
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Mar 1, 2024 · wheeler, joseph jr. col usa ret; veteran service dates: unknown; date of death: 08/06/1938; date of interment: 08/08/1938; buried at: section east site 1089; arlington national cemetery
By Mike Phifer. A cold rain was falling as Confederate Brig. Gen. Joseph Wheeler led his brigade of horse soldiers north from the Confederate position at Stones River at midnight on December 29, 1862.
Dec 3, 2018 · Major General Joseph Wheeler was noted cavalry commander who served in the Confederate Army during the Civil War (1861-1865) and the US Army during the Spanish-American War (1898). A native of Georgia, he was largely raised in the North and attended West Point.
