Joseph J. Reynolds 1822-1899 Union brigadier general who repulsed the Confederates at Cheat Mountain and held that portion of West Virginia for the Union. he also served at Chattanooga and Chickamauga War date A.L.S. on Headquarters, defenses on New Orleans letterhead, Mar. 7, 1864 In full: Capt. Pickering, Administer the Amnesty Oath to the bearer, enter his name on your list and discharge him. J J Reynolds, Maj. Genl Lightly soiled.