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Henry Dearborn

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Lifespan

1751 – 1829

1760177017801790180018101820American Revolution · 1775–1783Yorktown — Sep–Oct 1781 · United States · American Revolution

Active service 1781 — 1 battle across 1 war; first command at age 30.

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Henry Dearborn was an American military officer and politician. In the Revolutionary War, he served under Benedict Arnold in his expedition to Quebec, of which his journal provides an important record. After being captured and exchanged, he served in George Washington's Continental Army. He was present at the British surrender at Yorktown. Dearborn served on General George Washington's staff in Virginia.

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Battles (1)

Last verified June 2026
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