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Ferdinand Claiborne

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1773 – 1815

1780179018001810Creek War · 1813-1814Battle of Holy Ground — December 23, 1813 · United States · Creek War

Active service 1813 — 1 battle across 1 war; first command at age 40.

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Ferdinand Leigh Claiborne was an American military officer most notable for his command of the militia of the Mississippi Territory during the Creek War and the War of 1812.

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Battles (1)

Last verified June 2026
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