VMI Archives Historical Rosters: Robert Henry Simpson

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Robert Henry Simpson

Roster ID 215
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First Name:	Robert
Middle Name:	Henry
Last Name:	Simpson
Suffix:
Affiliation:	Class of 1845
Biography & Genealogy:	Robert Henry Simpson, Class of 1845. b. 1826 Front Royal VA. d. 1864 June 9 from wounds received in battle at Drewry's Bluff; Parents- Samuel Simpson and Mary Carson Williams; graduate; Civil War - Major 17th Virginia Infantry Regiment CSA; teacher; no marriage info.

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