During the Civil War, James Gallier Jr. served as a private in Captain Greenleaf's Company (Orleans Light Horse Louisiana Cavalry),[1] though it is unknown if he saw any combat. A few years after the war, he died in his home. The cause of death is not listed on his death certificate. He was buried in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3 in what was originally designed as a monument to his father.
Career
In 1849, James Gallier Sr., a famed architect in his own right, turned his business over to Gallier Jr., setting up a partnership with two of his former associates: John Turpin and Richard Esterbrook. Their firm became known as Gallier, Turpin & Co. until Turpin left in 1858. The firm was then known as Gallier & Esterbrook.
Buildings by Gallier, Turpin & Co.
New Orleans and Carrolton railroad terminal (1852), South Carrolton and St. Charles Avenue. Demolished in 1891.
