James H. Ledlie
James Hewett Ledlie | |
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| Born | April 14, 1832 Utica, New York, U.S. |
| Died | August 15, 1882 (aged 50) New Brighton, Staten Island, New York |
| Place of burial | Forest Hill Cemetery Utica, New York, U.S. |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Branch | United States Army Union Army |
| Service years | 1861–1865 |
| Rank | Brigadier General |
| Conflicts | |
James Hewett Ledlie (April 14, 1832 – August 15, 1882) was a civil engineer for American railroads and a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He is best known for his dereliction of duty at the Battle of the Crater during the Siege of Petersburg.