Joseph Sterett
Joseph Sterett | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1773 Maryland |
| Died | 1821 (aged 47–48) Maryland |
| Allegiance | United States of America Maryland Militia |
| Rank | Lieutenant colonel (United States) |
| Commands | 5th Maryland Regiment, Maryland Militia |
| Battles / wars | War of 1812 |
| Other work | planter |
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.