John Gano
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John Gano (July 22, 1727– August 10, 1804) was a Baptist minister, soldier, patriot, and Revolutionary War chaplain who allegedly baptized his friend, General George Washington.[1][2] He was also notable for his bravery at the Battle of White Plains and crossing the Delaware River with General Washington.[3][4] Gano later served as the first chaplain of the Kentucky Legislature in 1798.[5] He was the founder of the Gano political family, which included several generations of politicians and military officers.
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John Gano | |
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Born | (1727-07-22)July 22, 1727 |
Died | (1804-08-10)August 10, 1804
(aged 77) |
Monuments | Gano Chapel at William Jewell College |
Nationality | American |
Other names | "The Hero of Chatterton Hill" and "The Fighting Chaplain" |
Education | Princeton University |
Occupation(s) | 1st Chaplain of the Kentucky Legislature, Minister, and Soldier |
Known for | Writing "Biographical memoirs of the late Rev. John Gano, of Frankfort" and allegedly baptizing George Washington |
Board member of | Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York |
Military Service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | Continental Army |
Years of service | 1776-1783 |
Rank | Brigade Chaplain |
Unit | 19th Continental Regiment |
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