Background
Craig, James was born on February 28, 1818 in Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States.
officer politician representative
Craig, James was born on February 28, 1818 in Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States.
Studied law.
He represented Missouri in the United States. House from 1857 until 1861. He also served as an army Captain in the Mexican-American War. During the American Civil War, Craig served as a brigadier general of United States. volunteers.
From April to November 1862, Craig was the military commander in charge of the overland mail routes in Kansas and Nebraska.
On November 2, 1862 he assumed command of the District of Nebraska Territory and commanded until May 5, 1863 when he resigned. Craig again served as a brigadier general, this time in the Missouri State militia, in 1864 and 1865.
He is buried in Mount Mora Cemetery. James Craig is the namesake of Craig, Missouri.
Member Missouri Ho; member United States House
