Forsyth, James W. (James William), 1836-1906

James William Forsyth was a United States Major General. Early in his career, Forsyth served in the 9th US Infantry, spending time in Washington Territory at Fort Bellingham and on the San Juan Islands at Camp Pickett. As a lieutenant, Forsyth served in the 9th US Infantry, spending time in Washington Territory at Fort Bellingham and on the San Juan Islands at Camp Pickett. As a lieutenant, Forsyth served in the Civil War with the Army of the Potomac and Major General Philip H. Sheridan. Forsyth remained Chief of Staff for Sheridan after the war, engaging in military campaigns against Comanche, Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Kiowa Indians. He later spent time inspecting and monitoring relations with various Indian agencies. This work led to his role as commander in the battle at Wounded Knee Creek in 1890, involving a Sioux community near Pine Ridge agency in South Dakota. In 1897, as Commander of California, Forsyth was promoted to Major General and retired to his birthplace of Ohio.

From the description of James W. Forsyth family papers, 1803-2004 (bulk 1850-1896) (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 505881107

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