John Alexander Johnston

John Alexander Johnston (22 February 1858 – 5 January 1940) was an American military officer and commissioner of the District of Columbia born in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. He served as a brigadier general during World War I.

John Alexander Johnston
Member of the Board of Commissioners of Washington, D.C.
In office
January 24, 1910  July 19, 1913
PresidentWilliam Howard Taft
Preceded byHenry Litchfield West
Succeeded byOliver Peck Newman
Personal details
Born(1858-02-22)February 22, 1858
Allegheny, Pennsylvania, U.S.
DiedJanuary 5, 1940(1940-01-05) (aged 81)
Resting placeArlington National Cemetery
Spouse(s)Henriette Vandergrift 1888-1930
Zella McCalister 193?-1934
Alma materUnited States Military Academy
OccupationMilitary officer
Civilian awards Commander Legion of Honor
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/serviceUnited States Army
Years of service1879-1903; 1917-1918
Rank Brigadier general
Commands34th Infantry Division
Battles/warsWorld War I
Military awards Distinguished Service Medal
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