From Cullom's Register.
11. William Gates-- served nearly 60 years and fought in the War of 1812, Seminole Wars and Civil War. Well into his 70s.
12. Julius F. Heileman-- served 30 years in the artillery. Mortally wounded in the 2nd Seminole War.
13. Pascal Vincent Bouts-- resigned after 2 years and died soon afterwards.
14. Auguste Chouteau-- resigned within seven months and became an India trader.
15. Alden Partridge-- math professor at West Point and commandant.
--Brock-Perry
2012 marks the 200th anniversary of America's "Forgotten War," the War of 1812 that took place over three years, 1812 to 1815.
Battle of New Orleans.
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Monday, October 19, 2015
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