John Lawrence Grattan
John Lawrence Grattan (June 1, 1830 – August 19, 1854) was a mid-19th century U.S. Army officer, whose poor judgement and inexperience led to the Grattan massacre, which was a major instigator for the First Sioux War.
John Lawrence Grattan | |
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| Born | June 1, 1830 Corinth, Vermont |
| Died | August 19, 1854 (aged 24) Near Fort Laramie, Wyoming |
| Buried | Fort Leavenworth, Kansas |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1853–1854 |
| Rank | Second Lieutenant |
| Unit | 6th Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | American Indian Wars |
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