Joseph H. Barnes facts for kids
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Joseph Henry Barnes
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| Born | July 25, 1833 Hingham, Massachusetts, United States |
| Died | January 10, 1906 (aged 72) Massachusetts, United States |
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Hingham Cemetery, Hingham, Massachusetts, United States
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| Allegiance |  United States (Union) |
| Branch |  United States Army (Union Army) |
| Years of service | 1861 – 1864 |
| Rank |  Colonel Bvt. Brigadier General |
| Commands held | 29th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Children | 3 |
Joseph Henry Barnes was an American soldier who became a Brevet Brigadier General. He led the 29th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment during the American Civil War. This war was a big conflict in the United States.
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The Story of Joseph Henry Barnes
Early Life and Family
Joseph Barnes was born on July 25, 1833. He grew up and later moved to East Boston. Before the American Civil War began, he worked as a printer. Joseph married Anna Delia Stickney, and together they had three children.
Serving in the American Civil War
When the Civil War started, Joseph Barnes helped create a group of soldiers called the "Greenough Guards." These soldiers were from East Boston. On May 18, 1861, he officially joined the Federal Service. Just a few days later, on May 22, he became a captain in Company C of the 1st Massachusetts Infantry Regiment.
Captain Barnes soon fought in his first major battle, the First Battle of Bull Run. On December 13, 1861, he was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel. He then joined the new 29th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment. He was in charge of Company K within this regiment.
Barnes later became the main commander of the 29th Massachusetts Regiment. He was wounded during the Battle of White Oak Swamp but recovered. He was able to fight in the important Battle of Antietam. His regiment was part of the famous Irish Brigade during the attack on the Sunken Road.
After these battles, the 29th Massachusetts Regiment joined the IX Corps. Barnes continued to lead his troops in the Siege of Petersburg. This included fighting in battles like the Battle of the Crater. He was honorably discharged from the army on October 9, 1864. For his brave service at the Battle of Globe Tavern, he was given the honorary rank of Brigadier General on August 19, 1864.
Life After the War
After the Civil War ended, Joseph Barnes continued to serve his country. From 1880 to 1900, he worked as the Deputy Collector for the Port of Boston. He was also an active member of groups for military veterans. These groups included the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States and the Grand Army of the Republic.
