Edward Payson Chapin Military person

Edward Payson Chapin (August 16, 1831 – May 27, 1863) was an American lawyer and soldier. He served in the Union Army during the American Civil War, and was wounded twice, both times occurring on May 27. Chapin was killed in action fighting in Louisiana, and after his death was promoted to brigadier general.

Personal facts

Birth date	August 16, 1831
Birth place	Waterloo (village) New York , New York
Date of death	May 27, 1863
Place of death	Port Hudson Louisiana
Resting place	Waterloo (village) New York

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allegiance	United States of America Union
military operations	American Civil War
military branch	United States Army Union Army
military command	116th New York Infantry Regiment
military unit	44th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment
service start	1861