John H. Pell

American politician

John H. Pell

Born| (1831-01-01)January 1, 1831
New York
Died| February 6, 1902(1902-02-06) (aged 71)
New York
Allegiance| United States of America
Union
Service / branch| United States Army
Union Army
Years of service| 1861–1863
Rank|  Captain
Unit| First Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Regiment
Battles / wars| American Civil War

* Battle of Bull Run
* Battle of the Wilderness
* Battle of Antietam

John H. Pell (January 1, 1831 - February 6, 1902) was a member of the Minnesota State Senate (District 10), under the 3rd Minnesota Legislature, elected 1861. He was also a soldier in the American Civil War, serving in the 1st Minnesota Volunteer Infantry, Company I from April 29, 1861 - March 26, 1863. He later served in the United States Volunteers, Adjutant General Department (Captain and Assistant Adjutant General) from May 25, 1863 - May 25, 1865.[1]

He is the founder of Oakwood Township, Wabasha County, Minnesota.

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1. ^ Minnesota Legislators Past & Present-John H. Pell