John P. Slough

John Potts Slough (/ˈslaʊ/; February 1, 1829 – December 17, 1867) was an American general and politician who led Union forces at the Battle of Glorieta Pass during the American Civil War. After the war, he was appointed chief justice of the New Mexico Territorial Supreme Court, serving until his assassination in 1867.

John Potts Slough
John Potts Slough
Born(1829-02-01)February 1, 1829
Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.
DiedDecember 17, 1867(1867-12-17) (aged 38)
Santa Fe, New Mexico Territory, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States of America (Union)
Service/branchU.S. Army (Union Army)
Years of service1861–1865
Rank Brigadier general
Commands held1st Colorado Infantry
Battles/warsAmerican Civil War
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