Thomas Jefferson Brady (February 12, 1839 – April 22, 1904) was an American Republican politician and Civil War officer.

[1] After graduating from Asbury College (now DePauw University), Brady taught school for several years before studying law and being admitted to the bar in 1860.

[2] At the outbreak of the Civil War, he joined the Union Army as a captain in the 8th Indiana Infantry Regiment.

[1] He was promoted to brevet brigadier general just before the end of the war, in March 1865, in recognition of his "long and meritorious service.

[1] After the war, Brady resumed his law practice in Muncie, forming a partnership with Arthur C. Mellette.