James S. Negley

James Scott Negley
Born(1826-12-22)December 22, 1826
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
DiedAugust 7, 1901(1901-08-07) (aged 74)
Plainfield, New Jersey
Place of burial
Allegheny Cemetery, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
AllegianceUnited States of America
Union
BranchUnited States Army
Union Army
Years of service1846–1848, 1861–1865
Rank Major General
Battles / wars
Alma materUniversity 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.