James Calhoun

Deceased Person

1811 – 1875

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Who was James Calhoun?

James M. Calhoun was the 16th Mayor of Atlanta, Georgia during the Civil War, best known as the recipient of General William T. Sherman's famous "war is cruelty" letter.

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Born
Feb 12, 1811
South Carolina
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Died
Oct 1, 1875

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on July 23, 2013

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