About Francis Laurens Vinton
Lived 1835 – 1879 (aged 44). Francis Laurens Vinton was an American military leader.
Francis Laurens Vinton (June 1, 1835 – October 6, 1879) served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. As colonel he commanded the 3rd Brigade of Howe's division at the Battle of Fredericksburg, and was very badly wounded. His parents were army officer John Rogers Vinton and Lucretia (Dutton) Parker; Vinton's uncle was David Hammond Vinton and his grandfather was David Vinton.
Legacy Vinton's likeness is featured on the northern side of the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument in Portland, Maine.
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Who was Francis Laurens Vinton?
1 Jun 1835 - certain 6 Oct 1879
When was Francis Laurens Vinton born?
Francis Laurens Vinton was born on 1 June 1835 in Fort Preble.
When did Francis Laurens Vinton die?
Francis Laurens Vinton died on 6 October 1879 in Leadville.
What was Francis Laurens Vinton's occupation?
Francis Laurens Vinton was a military leader.
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Francis Laurens Vinton was American.
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