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William Rosecrans

American diplomat, politician and army officer (1819-1898) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 78

William Starke Rosecrans was an American inventor, coal-oil company executive, diplomat, politician, and U.S. Army officer. He gained fame for his role as a Union general during the American Civil War. He was the victor at prominent battles in the Western theater of the American Civil War.

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Laetare Medal1896

About this person

However, his military career declined after his defeat at the Battle of Chickamauga in 1863.

Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Public Official
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1819 to 1898 · aged 78