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William Henry Bisbee
United States Army General (1840–1942) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
William Henry Bisbee (January 28, 1840 – June 11, 1942) was a United States Army General whose military career spanned over four decades, encompassing conflicts from the American Civil War through the Philippine–American War. A career officer, Bisbee's service was marked by his bravery in battle, strategic acumen, and commitment to his country, culminating in his promotion to Brigadier General and recognition as one of the oldest retired officers of the U.S. Army.
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![]() Brigadier General William Henry Bisbee (1840-1942) | |
Born | (1840-01-28)January 28, 1840 Woonsocket, Providence County, Rhode Island, US |
Died | June 11, 1942(1942-06-11) (aged 102) Brookline, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, US |
Buried | Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, US |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1861–1902 |
Rank | Brigadier General |
Battles/wars | American Civil War
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Awards | Purple Heart[1] |
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