John Gano
John Gano (July 22, 1727– August 10, 1804) was a Baptist minister, soldier, patriot, and Revolutionary War chaplain who allegedly baptized his friend, General George Washington. He was also notable for his bravery at the Battle of White Plains and crossing the Delaware River with General Washington. Gano later served as the first chaplain of the Kentucky Legislature in 1798. He was the founder of the Gano political family, which included several generations of politicians and military officers.
The Reverend John Gano | |
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| Born | July 22, 1727 Hopewell Township, Province of New Jersey |
| Died | August 10, 1804
(aged 77) |
| Monuments | Gano Chapel at William Jewell College |
| Nationality | American |
| Other names | "The Hero of Chatterton Hill" and "The Fighting Chaplain" |
| Education | Princeton University |
| Occupation(s) | 1st Chaplain of the Kentucky Legislature, Minister, and Soldier |
| Known for | Writing "Biographical memoirs of the late Rev. John Gano, of Frankfort" and allegedly baptizing George Washington |
| Board member of | Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York |
| Military Service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | Continental Army |
| Years of service | 1776-1783 |
| Rank | Brigade Chaplain |
| Unit | 19th Continental Regiment |
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