Alexander Macomb Military person
Alexander Macomb (April 3, 1782–June 25, 1841) was the Commanding General of the United States Army from May 29, 1828 to June 25, 1841. Macomb was the field commander at the Battle of Plattsburgh during the War of 1812 and, after the stunning victory, was lauded with praise and styled "The Hero of Plattsburgh" by some of the American press. He was promoted to Major General for his conduct, receiving both the thanks of Congress and a Congressional Gold Medal.Born at British-held Detroit, Macomb was the son of Alexander Macomb and Mary Catherine Navarre.He moved with his parents to New York City and received a "classical education" at Newark Academy, in New Jersey.
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| award | |
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| military operations | |
| military command | Army Corps of Engineers Commanding General of the United States Army |
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| service start | 1799 |
| service end | 1799 |