Major General John Ellis Wool
This stone is erected to
Major General John Ellis Wool.
The gallant soldier, the able commander,
and the patriotic citizen.
Distinguished in many battles; and to
Sarah Moulton,
his excellent and worthy consort.
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Queenstown, October 13, 1813.
Plattsburgh, September 11, 1814.
Buena Vista, February 22 and 23, 1847.
Norfolk, May 10, 1832.
John Ellis Wool.
Born February 29, 1784.
Died November 10, 1863.
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Sarah Moulton.
his wife
Born July 4, 1787.
Died May 7, 1873.
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John Ellis Wool
was commissioned in the United States Army.
Captain April 13, 1812.
Major October 13, 1812.
Lieutenant Colonel September 11, 1814.
Colonel of Cavalry and Inspector General 1816.
Brigadier General 1841.
Brevet Major General 1847.
Major General 1862.
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