William G. Belknap | |
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Born | Newburgh, New York | September 7, 1794
Died | November 10, 1851 Fort Washita | (aged 57)
Spouse(s) | Ann Clark (1801-1858) |
Children | 4 |
William Goldsmith Belknap (September 7, 1794 – November 10, 1851), a career soldier in the United States Army, was brevetted three times for service in three wars, attained the rank of brigadier general by brevet, and served as commandant of Fort Gibson, Fort Washita, and Fort Smith.