Fletcher Webster
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Daniel Fletcher Webster (July 25, 1813 ā August 30, 1862) was an American diplomat and Union Army officer. He was the son of Daniel Webster, the 14th and 19th U.S. Secretary of State.
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Fletcher Webster | |
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12th Chief Clerk of the Department of State | |
In office March 6, 1841 ā April 23, 1843 | |
President | William Henry Harrison John Tyler |
Preceded by | Jacob L. Martin |
Succeeded by | William S. Derrick |
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Born | Daniel Fletcher Webster (1813-07-25)July 25, 1813 Portsmouth, New Hampshire, U.S. |
Died | August 30, 1862(1862-08-30) (aged 49) Prince William County, Virginia |
Cause of death | Died of wounds |
Spouse | Caroline S. White |
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Education | Harvard College |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army (Union Army) |
Years of service | 1861-62 |
Rank | Colonel |
Commands | 12th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry |
Battles/wars | Second Battle of Bull Run (DOW) |
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