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James H Ellis was born in Lyons, New York. He worked as a store clerk until he enlisted in the army in 1859. He served in the Union Army during Civil War  as a sergeant in Company D of the 9th New York Heavy Artillery. He was promoted to 2nd Lieutenant of Company E. He died in battle in July 1864.

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Biography: 
James H Ellis was born in Lyons, New York. He worked as a store clerk until he enlisted in the army in 1859. He served in the Union Army during Civil War as a sergeant in Company D of the 9th New York Heavy Artillery. He was promoted to 2nd Lieutenant of Company E. He died in battle in July 1864.
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The Ninth New York Heavy Artillery: A History of its Organization and Services
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Alfred Seelye Row
Publisher Location: 
Worcester, Mass
Year: 
1899
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