Anthony Wayne
Anthony Wayne was an American soldier, officer, statesman, and a Founding Father of the United States. He adopted a military career at the outset of the American Revolutionary War, where his military exploits and fiery personality quickly earned him a promotion to brigadier general and the nickname "Mad Anthony". He later served as the Senior Officer of the Army on the Ohio Country frontier and led the Legion of the United States.
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- Born in
- Chester County
- Educated at
- University of Pennsylvania
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- 🏆 Congressional Gold Medal
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1745
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Birth1796
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