While we are seeking information regarding Colonel Merrill, we do know that he is related to Lewis Merrill, Brigadier General, United States Army, inasmuch as they are buried in the same gravesite in Arlington National Cemetery.Research continues.
MERRILL, JOHN H
- LT COL ORD C USA RET
- DATE OF DEATH: 10/08/1933
- BURIED AT: SECTION EAST SITE 944
- ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY
Michael Robert Patterson was born in Arlington and is the son of a former officer of the US Army. So it was no wonder that sooner or later his interests drew him to American history and especially to American military history. Many of his articles can be found on renowned portals like the New York Times, Washingtonpost or Wikipedia.
Reviewed by: Michael Howard