VMI Archives Historical Rosters: James Henry Watson

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James Henry Watson

Roster ID 3184
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First Name:	James
Middle Name:	Henry
Last Name:	Watson
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Affiliation:	Class of 1868
Biography & Genealogy:	Watson James Henry, Class of 1868: Born- January 3, 1848. Matriculated from Holly Springs, Mississippi. At VMI 7 months over 2 years. Military Record: Joined Corps May 31, 1864 near Richmond. With Corps in Richmond trenches until it disbanded April 2, 1865. Signed parole May 15, 1865. Post War Career: At UVa 1866-67. At University of Mississippi 1868. Law partner of Tunstall, RB. Died- January 3, 1925 in Memphis, Tn.

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