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Ross Lang

d. 1822

British general

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About Ross Lang

Ross Lang was a British military officer.

Lieutenant General Ross Lang was Commander-in-Chief of the Madras Army.

Military career Lang was commissioned into the Madras European Regiment. He commanded a battalion at the Siege of Madura in 1763 and then, having been promoted to lieutenant-colonel, he served in the First Anglo-Mysore War.

Family In 1773 he married Anne Oats; their son, also called Ross Lang, became a major-general and died in 1822.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ross Lang?

British general

When did Ross Lang die?

Ross Lang died in 1822.

What was Ross Lang's occupation?

Ross Lang was a military officer.

What nationality was Ross Lang?

Ross Lang was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ross Lang

· Wikidata: Q17495758

· DBpedia: Ross Lang

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