
Historical Rosters Database
James Gardner Paxton
Roster ID 142This is a summary. Contact the Archives for additional biographical information.
First Name: | James |
Middle Name: | Gardner |
Last Name: | Paxton |
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Affiliation: | Class of 1843 |
Biography & Genealogy: | James Gardner Paxton, Class of 1843. b. 1821, Rockbridge Co., VA; d. 1870 in C&O railroad accident; Parents- Elisha Paxton & Margaret McNutt of Rockbridge Co.; non-graduate; Civil War--Major, Quartermaster's Dept., CSA; lawyer; married Ann M. White of Lexington, VA, 1846 Nov. 26. Member VMI Board of Visitors, 1845-1846; member VA House of Delegates & Senate. |
