Hammond, John Henry, 1833-1890

Hammond was an officer in the Union army during the Civil War. After the war he worked for the railroads and as Superintendent of Indian Affairs in the Dakota Territory.

From the description of Hammond, John Henry, 1833-1890 1860-1890 Papers. (Filson Historical Society, The). WorldCat record id: 49235917

American army officer.

From the description of Autograph letter signed : "Head Quarters 15th A.C.", to Admiral Porter, 1863 Feb. 13. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270501045

From the description of Autograph despatch signed : "Head Quarters 15th A.C.", to Admiral Porter, [no year] Feb. 5th. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270497481

Enlisted 1861 as a lieutenant 2nd class in the 5th California Infantry Regiment; commission in Adjutant General's Dept. in 1861; promotions: major, 1862; lieutenant colonel, 1863; brevet brigidier general, 1864.

From the description of Autograph letter signed, 1863 Dec. 13. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 70973069