Wesley Merritt

Wesley Merritt (June 16, 1834 – December 3, 1910) was a general in the U.S. Army during the American Civil War and the Spanish-American War. He is noted for distinguished service in the cavalry.

Early Life

Merritt was born in New York City. (Official records differ on his birth date; June 16, 1834, June 16, 1836, and June 10, 1837, have all been cited.) He graduated from the U.S. Military Academy in 1860 and was commissioned a second lieutenant in the 2nd U.S. Dragoons (heavy cavalry), serving initially in Utah under John Buford. He became the adjutant for the unit when it was renamed the 2nd U.S. Cavalry regiment.

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New York City - June 16 - 1834 - 1836 - June 10 - 1837 - U.S. Military Academy - 1860 - Second lieutenant - Cavalry - Utah - John Buford - Adjutant

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