Henry M. Shaw
Henry Marchmore Shaw (November 20, 1819 – February 1, 1864) was a Congressional Representative from North Carolina, as well as an officer in the Confederate States Army during the American Civil War. He was killed in action, one of a handful of former U.S. Congressmen to perish during the conflict.
Henry Marchmore Shaw | |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | November 20, 1819 Newport, Rhode Island, US |
| Died | February 1, 1864 (aged 44) Batchelder's Creek, North Carolina |
| Resting place | Shaw Family Cemetery, Shawboro, North Carolina, US |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Confederate States |
| Branch/service | Confederate States Army |
| Years of service | 1861-1864 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | 8th Regiment, North Carolina Troops |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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