Walton, J. B. (James Burdge), 1813-1885

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Colonel J.B. Walton was commander of the Washington Artillery, a volunteer artillery organization founded in New Orleans, La. The Washington Artillery first fought in the Mexican-American War and later participated in the Civil War as part of the Army of Northern Virginia.

From the description of J.B. Walton papers, 1858. (Louisiana State University). WorldCat record id: 190582991

James B. Walton was employed as a librarian from 1950 to 1952. Little is known about Mr. Walton or his wife. He had an A.B. and an M.S.L.S. He lived at 82 West Union while on campus. These items were donated on March 27, 2000.

From the guide to the Walton family collection, 1950-1952, (Ohio University)

Role Title Holding Repository
Relation Name
associatedWith Goggans, William C. person
associatedWith Louisiana artillery. Washington artillery, 1840- corporateBody
associatedWith New Orleans (La.). City Auctioneer. corporateBody
associatedWith Oregon. Circuit Court (Marion County) corporateBody
Place Name Admin Code Country
Louisiana--New Orleans
Clay Square (New Orleans, La.)
United States
Subject
Fourth of July
Military ceremonies, honors, and salutes
Ohio University
Occupation
Artillerymen
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Birth 1813-11-11

Death 1885-09-09

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