John P. Slough
American military officer and politician (1829–1867) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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John Potts Slough (/ˈslaʊ/; February 1, 1829 – December 17, 1867) was an American general and politician who led Union forces at the Battle of Glorieta Pass during the American Civil War. After the war, he was appointed chief justice of the New Mexico Territorial Supreme Court, serving until his assassination in 1867.
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Born | (1829-02-01)February 1, 1829 Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S. |
Died | December 17, 1867(1867-12-17) (aged 38) Santa Fe, New Mexico Territory, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States of America (Union) |
Service/ | U.S. Army (Union Army) |
Years of service | 1861–1865 |
Rank | Brigadier general |
Commands held | 1st Colorado Infantry |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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