This stone is erected to
Major General John Ellis Wool.
The gallant soldier, the able commander,
and the patriotic citizen.
Distinguished in many battles; and to
Sarah Moulton,
his excellent and worthy consort.
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Queenstown, October 13, 1813.
Plattsburgh, September 11, 1814.
Buena Vista, February 22 and 23, 1847.
Norfolk, May 10, 1832.
John Ellis Wool.
Born ? February 29, 1784.
Died ? November 10, 1863.
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Sarah Moulton.
his wife
Born ? July 4, 1787.
Died ? May 7, 1873.
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John Ellis Wool
was commissioned in the United States Army.
Captain ? April 13, 1812.
Major ? October 13, 1812.
Lieutenant Colonel ? September 11, 1814.
Colonel of Cavalry and Inspector General ? 1816.
Brigadier General ? 1841.
Brevet Major General ? 1847.
Major General ? 1862.
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