Joseph Pope Balch
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Joseph Pope Balch (August 9, 1822 ā December 2, 1872) was an American businessman from Rhode Island who served as an officer in the Union Army during the early months of the American Civil War.
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Born | (1822-08-09)August 9, 1822 Providence, Rhode Island, U.S. |
Died | December 2, 1872(1872-12-02) (aged 50) Providence, Rhode Island, U.S. |
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States of America Union |
Service/ | United States Army Union Army Rhode Island Militia |
Years of service | 1861-1865 |
Rank | Major Brevet Brigadier General |
Commands held | First Rhode Island Detached Militia 2nd Brigade, Rhode Island Militia |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Other work | Merchant |
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