John Cochran (physician)
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John Cochran (September 1, 1730 – April 6, 1807) was the 4th Surgeon General of the United States Army during the American Revolution.[1] He was president of the Medical Society of New Jersey from 1769 to 1770, and was re-elected in 1770 and served until 1771.
Quick Facts 4th Surgeon General of the United States Army, Preceded by ...
John Cochran | |
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4th Surgeon General of the United States Army | |
In office 1781–1783 | |
Preceded by | William Shippen, Jr. |
Succeeded by | Richard Allison |
3rd President of the Medical Society of New Jersey | |
In office 1768–1770 | |
Preceded by | William Burnet |
Succeeded by | Isaac Smith |
Personal details | |
Born | (1730-09-01)September 1, 1730 Sadsbury, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | April 6, 1807(1807-04-06) (aged 76) Palatine, New York, U.S. |
Resting place | Forest Hill Cemetery Utica, New York, U.S. |
Spouse | Gertrude Schuyler |
Children | James Cochran |
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