Theodore Anderson Baldwin

Theodore Anderson Baldwin
Born (1839-12-21)December 21, 1839
New Jersey
Died September 1, 1925(1925-09-01) (aged 85)
Place of Burial Arlington National Cemetery
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Army
Years of service 1862–1903
Rank Brigadier General
Battles/wars American Civil War
Spanish–American War

Theodore Anderson Baldwin (December 21, 1839 – September 1, 1925) was a U.S. military officer during the American Civil War and the Spanish–American War.

Early life

Baldwin was born on December 21, 1839 in New Jersey.

Career

He entered the United States Army in 1862, served through the Civil War, becoming lieutenant-colonel, 10th United States Cavalry.

In 1896, he was promoted to brigadier general of volunteers in the Spanish–American War, later earning a further promotion to brigadier general, U.S. Army.

He retired in 1903.

Family and personal life

His daughter, Emma Baldwin, married Samuel Rockenbach, who also served in the 10th United States Cavalry.[1]

Death and legacy

He died on September 1, 1925. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery.[2]

See also

References

  1. ↑ Davis, Jr., Henry Blaine (1998). Generals in Khaki. Pentland Press, Inc. p. 313. ISBN 1571970886. OCLC 40298151.
  2. ↑ Patterson, Michael Robert. "Theodore Anderson Baldwin, Brigadier General, United States Army".
  • From: (1901) Encyclopaedia of United States History


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