VMI Archives Historical Rosters: James Lawrence Meem

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James Lawrence Meem

Roster ID 509
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First Name:	James
Middle Name:	Lawrence
Last Name:	Meem
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Affiliation:	Class of 1856
Biography & Genealogy:	James Lawrence Meem, Class of 1856: Genealogy: Born- April 2, 1836, in Lynchburg, Va. Father- John Gaw Meem; Mother- Eliza Campbell Russell. Pat. Grandfather- Gilbert Meem; Pat. Grandmother- Frances Simrall. Mat. Grandparents- unknown. Never married, no children. Military Record- Civil War; Capt. and Adjutant General; Garland's Brigade; C.S.A. Career: Civil Engineer. Died- May 31, 1862, in Battle of Seven Pines.

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