Augustus James Pleasonton

Background

Pleasonton, Augustus James was born on August 18, 1808 in Washington, District of Columbia. Son of Stephen Pleasonton.

Education

Graduated from the United States Military Academy, 1826.

Career

Major Pennsylvania Militia, 1833, colonel. General in charge of organizing defense of Philadelphia, 1861-1865. President Harrisburg, Portsmouth, Mountjoy & Lancaster Railroad, 1839-1840.

Achievements

• Augustus James Pleasonton has been listed as a reputable lawyer, army officer by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Served at artillery school, Fortress Monroe, Virginia, 1826-1830.

Connections

Father:

Stephen Pleasonton. Pleasonton