Alexander Asboth
Alexander "Sandor" Asboth (Hungarian: Asbóth Sándor, December 18, 1811 – January 21, 1868) was a Hungarian military leader best known for his victories as a Union general during the American Civil War. He also served as United States Ambassador to Argentina and as United States Ambassador to Uruguay.
Alexander Asboth | |
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Alexander Asboth | |
| Ambassador of the U.S. to Argentina | |
| In office March 12th, 1866: Presented credentials October 20th, 1866 – January 21st, 1868 | |
| Nominated by | Andrew Johnson |
| Preceded by | Robert C. Kirk |
| Succeeded by | Henry G. Worthington |
| Ambassador of the U.S. to Uruguay | |
| In office October 2nd, 1867 – January 21, 1868 | |
| Nominated by | Andrew Johnson |
| Preceded by | office established |
| Succeeded by | Henry G. Worthington |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 18, 1811 Keszthely, Hungary |
| Died | January 21, 1868 (aged 56) Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Kingdom of Hungary United States |
| Branch/service | Hungarian Army United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1836–1849 (Hungary) 1861–1865 (USA) |
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| Battles/wars | Hungarian Revolution of 1848
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