Edward John McClernand
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Edward John McClernand (December 29, 1848 – February 9, 1926) was a United States Army brigadier general who was a recipient of the Medal of Honor for valor in action near the Bear Paw Mountains, Montana on September 30, 1877. An 1870 graduate of West Point, his career spanned 42 years, as he served in the army until his retirement on December 29, 1912.
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Edward John McClernand | |
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Born | (1848-12-29)December 29, 1848 Jacksonville, Illinois, US |
Died | February 9, 1926(1926-02-09) (aged 77) Easton, Pennsylvania, US |
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1870–1914 |
Rank | Brigadier general |
Commands held | 1st Cavalry Regiment |
Battles/wars | American Indian Wars Spanish–American War Philippine–American War |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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