Edward Hatch
Edward Hatch (December 22, 1832 – April 11, 1889) was a career American soldier who served as a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War. After the war, he became the first commander of the 9th U.S. Cavalry Regiment, a buffalo soldier regiment with African-American troops commanded by White officers.
Edward Hatch | |
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Edward Hatch | |
| Born | December 22, 1832 Bangor, Maine, US |
| Died | April 11, 1889 (aged 56) Fort Robinson, Nebraska, US |
| Place of burial | Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery, Kansas, US |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1889 |
| Rank | Brevet Major General |
| Commands held | 2nd Iowa Cavalry 9th U.S. Cavalry Department of Arizona |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War Indian Wars |
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