Mott Hooton
American soldier (1838–1920) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Mott Hooton (April 16, 1838 – May 30, 1920) was an American soldier who retired at the rank of U.S. Army brigadier general in 1902. Serving almost continuously since 1861, Hooton fought in the American Civil War, the Indian Wars, and the Spanish–American War. He was wounded in action twice during the Civil War and commanded troops in Cuba and the Philippines.
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Born | (1838-04-16)April 16, 1838 Philadelphia, US |
Died | May 30, 1920(1920-05-30) (aged 82) Gardiner, Maine, US |
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Allegiance | United States (Union) |
Service/ | U.S. Army (Union Army) |
Years of service | 1861–1864, 1866–1902 |
Rank | Brigadier general |
Commands held | 61st Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, 28th Infantry Regiment |
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