William Henry Bisbee

William Henry Bisbee
Brigadier General William Henry Bisbee (1840-1942)
Born(1840-01-28)January 28, 1840
Woonsocket, Providence County, Rhode Island, US
DiedJune 11, 1942(1942-06-11) (aged 102)
Brookline, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, US
Buried
Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, US
AllegianceUnited States
Service/branchUnited States Army
Years of service1861–1902
RankBrigadier General
Battles/warsAmerican Civil War

Indian Wars

Spanish-American War

Philippine-American War

AwardsPurple Heart[1]

William Henry Bisbee (January 28, 1840 – June 11, 1942) was a United States Army General whose military career spanned over four decades, encompassing conflicts from the American Civil War through the Philippine–American War. A career officer, Bisbee's service was marked by his bravery in battle, strategic acumen, and commitment to his country, culminating in his promotion to Brigadier General and recognition as one of the oldest retired officers of the U.S. Army.

  1. ^ "Purple Heart". Finding Aids, University of Michigan. Retrieved July 22, 2024.