John P. Sanderson
For the political leader in Florida see John Pease Sanderson
John Phillip Sanderson | |
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| Born | February 13, 1818 East Hanover, Pennsylvania |
| Died | October 14, 1864 (aged 46) St. Louis, Missouri |
| Place of burial | Ferncliff Cemetery, Springfield, Ohio |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861-1864 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | 15th U.S. Infantry |
| Commands held | 13th U.S. Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Relations | George K. Sanderson |
John Phillip Sanderson (February 13, 1818 – October 14, 1864) was a soldier, influential politician, lawyer, author, newspaper editor, and member of the Pennsylvania General Assembly. He is probably most well known for his exposé of the secret political organization known as the Knights of the Golden Circle, which led to its demise.
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