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Anthony Wayne

colonelGreat Britain4 battles2 wars

Lifespan

1745 – 1796

17501760177017801790American Revolution · 1775–1783Northwest Indian War · 1785-1795Battle of Brandywine — September 11, 1777 · United States · American RevolutionPhiladelphia campaign — January 1, 1777 · United States · American RevolutionYorktown campaign — January 1, 1781 · United States · American RevolutionBattle of Fallen Timbers — August 20, 1794 · United States · Northwest Indian War

Active service 1777–1794 — 4 battles across 2 wars; first command at age 32.

Profile

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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Battles (4)

Last verified June 2026
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