John J. Williams
Soldier
John Jefferson Williams 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... Wikipedia
Born: 1843, Jay County, IN
Died: May 13, 1865 (age 22 years), Cameron County, TX
Place of burial: Alexandria National Cemetery, Pineville, LA
Service/branch: Union Army
Years of service: 1863–1865