Joshua Wilcox
Brevet Major General Joshua Wilcox (August 19, 1762 – March 21, 1838) was an American military officer who is most notable for his campaigns in Canada and the Newfoundland Campaign.
Joshua Wilcox | |
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| 1st Commandant of the Newfoundland MIlitary Institute | |
| In office 11 November 1832 – 4 December 1836 | |
| Appointed by | Alexander Dickson |
| Preceded by | Office established |
| Succeeded by | Bryce Taylor |
| 2nd Military Governor of Newfoundland | |
| In office 19 July 1815 – 4 July 1819 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 19, 1762 |
| Died | March 21, 1838 (aged 73) |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States Republic of Newfoundland |
| Years of service | 1782 – 1819 (USA) 1832 – 1836 |
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He would also later be known for being the first Commandant of the Newfoundland Military Institute, the premier officer training college in Newfoundland.