Lt. Col. Joseph Bartholomew

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Joseph Bartholomew (1766-1840) was a general in the Indiana Militia who is often referred to as General Joseph Bartholomew. He played an active role in the settling of the state of Indiana and in his later years was known for his work in politics. He was injured in the Battle of Tippecanoe. He died in Clarksville, Mclean, Ill and is buried in Mclean county, Illinois. More information can be found in a pamphlet called "The Forgotten Warrior".

Bartholomew County, Indiana was named after him.