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Lysander Cutler
Union Army General of the American Civil War / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Lysander Cutler (February 16, 1807 – July 30, 1866) was an American businessman, educator, politician, and Wisconsin pioneer. He served as a Union Army officer through almost the entire American Civil War, notably commanding the famed Iron Brigade of the Army of the Potomac. He rose to the rank of brigadier ganeral and received an honorary brevet to major general. Earlier in his career, he was a member of the Maine Senate.
Quick Facts Member of the Maine Senate from the 9th district, Preceded by ...
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![]() Lysander Cutler, photo taken between 1862 and 1864 | |
Member of the Maine Senate from the 9th district | |
In office January 6, 1841 – January 5, 1842 Serving with Solomon Parsons | |
Preceded by | Levi Bradley and Samuel H. Blake |
Succeeded by | Joel Scott |
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Born | (1807-02-16)February 16, 1807 Royalston, Massachusetts |
Died | July 30, 1866(1866-07-30) (aged 59) Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
Cause of death | Stroke |
Resting place | Forest Home Cemetery Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
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Nickname | "Gray Wolf" |
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Years of service | 1861–1865 |
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Battles/wars | American Civil War
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