Alexander Macomb
Military Person
1782 – 1841
Who was Alexander Macomb?
Alexander Macomb was the Commanding General of the United States Army from May 29, 1828 to June 25, 1841. Macomb was the field commander at the Battle of Plattsburgh, and after the stunning victory was lauded with praise and styled "The Hero of Plattsburgh" by some of the American press. He was promoted Major General for his conduct, receiving both the thanks of Congress and a Congressional Gold Medal.
Born at British-held Detroit, Macomb was the son of Alexander Macomb and Mary Catherine Navarre.
He moved with his parents to New York City and received a "classical education" at Newark Academy, in New Jersey.
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- Born
- Apr 3, 1782
Detroit - Nationality
- United States of America
- Died
- Jun 25, 1841
Washington, D.C. - Resting place
- Congressional Cemetery
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on July 23, 2013
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