John J. Williams (soldier)

John Jefferson Williams
Born1843
Jay County, Indiana, U.S.
DiedMay 13, 1865 (aged 21–22)
Cameron County, Texas, U.S.
Burial
Jay county Infirmary Cemetery
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnion Army
Service years1863–1865
RankPrivate
Unit34th Regiment Indiana Infantry
ConflictsAmerican Civil War

John Jefferson Williams (1843 – May 13, 1865) was a Union soldier and private in Company B the 34th Regiment Indiana Infantry. He was killed at the Battle of Palmito Ranch, the last land battle of the American Civil War, and is generally recognized as the last soldier killed in the conflict.

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