John Stark
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For other people named John Stark, see John Stark (disambiguation).
Major-General John Stark (August 28, 1728 – May 8, 1822) was an American military officer who served during the French and Indian War and the Revolutionary War. He became known as the "Hero of Bennington" for his exemplary service at the Battle of Bennington in 1777.
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Nickname(s) | The Hero of Bennington |
Born | (1728-08-28)August 28, 1728 Londonderry, Province of New Hampshire |
Died | May 8, 1822(1822-05-08) (aged 93) Manchester, New Hampshire, U.S. |
Place of burial | Stark Cemetery, Manchester 43.01420°N 71.47095°W / 43.01420; -71.47095 |
Allegiance | Great Britain United States |
Service/ | British Army Continental Army |
Years of service | 1775–1783 |
Rank | Major general |
Unit | Roger's Rangers Continental Army |
Commands held | Northern Department New Hampshire Militia 1st New Hampshire Regiment |
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