Albert G. Lawrence
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Albert Gallatin Lawrence (April 14, 1836 – January 1, 1887) was an American diplomat and soldier.
Quick Facts United States Ministerto Costa Rica, President ...
Albert G. Lawrence | |
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United States Minister to Costa Rica | |
In office January 18, 1867 – June 24, 1868 | |
President | Andrew Johnson |
Preceded by | Charles N. Riotte |
Succeeded by | Jacob Beeson Blair |
Personal details | |
Born | Albert Gallatin Lawrence (1836-04-14)April 14, 1836 New York City, New York, U.S. |
Died | January 1, 1887(1887-01-01) (aged 50) New York City, New York, U.S. |
Spouse |
Eveline McLean Taylor Kingsbury
(m. 1865; div. 1879) |
Children | 1 |
Parent(s) | William Beach Lawrence Esther Rogers Gracie |
Alma mater | Harvard College Harvard Law School |
Known for | "Hero of Fort Fisher"[1] |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America Union |
Branch/service | United States Army Union Army |
Years of service | 1861–1865 |
Rank | Brevet Brigadier General |
Commands | 2nd Regiment Cavalry U.S. Colored Troops |
Battles/wars | American Civil War: • 2nd Battle of Fort Fisher |
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