About Edward J. Ballard
Lived 1790 – 1813 (aged 22–23). Edward J. Ballard was a military officer.
Edward J. Ballard (about 1790 – 1 June 1813) was an officer in the United States Navy during the War of 1812.
Ballard was appointed a midshipman on 24 February 1809. He was killed during the engagement between and on 1 June 1813. His commission as a lieutenant was issued before news of the battle reached the Navy Department.
Namesake Two ships have been named for him.
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Who was Edward J. Ballard?
US Navy officer
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Edward J. Ballard was born in 1790.
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Edward J. Ballard died on 1 June 1813.
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Edward J. Ballard was a military officer.
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