Ernest Albert Garlington

Ernest A. Garlington
Born(1853-02-20)February 20, 1853
Newberry, South Carolina, US
DiedOctober 16, 1934(1934-10-16) (aged 81)
San Diego, California, US
Place of burial
Arlington National Cemetery
Allegiance United States of America
Branch United States Army
Service years1876–1917
Rank Brigadier General
Service number0-13110
Unit7th Cavalry Regiment
Conflicts
AwardsMedal of Honor
Other workInspector General of the Army; member, General Staff of the Army (1906-17)

Ernest Albert Garlington (February 20, 1853 – October 16, 1934) was a United States Army general who received the Medal of Honor for his participation in the Wounded Knee Massacre during the Indian Wars.

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