Walter Phelps
Walter P. Phelps Jr. (Oct 29, 1832–February 20, 1878) was an officer in the Union Army throughout the American Civil War, serving as commanding officer of the Eastern Iron Brigade.
Walter P. Phelps Jr. | |
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Colonel Phelps in 1862. | |
| Born | October 29, 1832 Hartford, Connecticut |
| Died | February 28, 1878 (aged 45) Bennington, Vermont |
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| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861-1865 |
| Rank | Colonel Bvt. Brigadier General |
| Commands held | 22nd New York Infantry Eastern Iron Brigade |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Spouse(s) | Eliza Ann Schenk |
| Children | Mary |
| Other work | lumber merchant, iron manufacturer |
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