William Starke Rosecrans (September 6, 1819 – March 11, 1898) was an American inventor, coal-oil company executive, diplomat, politician, and U.S. Army officer. He gained fame for his role as a Union general during the American Civil War. He was the victor at prominent Western Theater battles, but his military career was effectively ended following his disastrous defeat at the Battle of Chickamauga in 1863.
Born |
6 September 1819 Delaware County, Ohio
|
Died |
11 March 1898 (aged 78) Redondo Beach, California
|
Zodiac | Virgo |
Tags | Add tag |