William N. Pendleton
Military Person
1809 – 1883
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Who was William N. Pendleton?
William Nelson Pendleton was an American teacher, Episcopal priest, and soldier. He served as a Confederate general during the American Civil War, noted for his position as Gen. Robert E. Lee's chief of artillery for most of the conflict. After the war, Pendleton returned to his priestly duties and also wrote religious materials. Camp Pendleton in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is named in his honor.
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- Born
- Dec 26, 1809
Richmond - Also known as
- William Pendleton
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Confederate States of America
- Education
- United States Military Academy
- Lived in
- Virginia
- Died
- Jan 15, 1883
Lexington city
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on July 23, 2013
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