Benjamin Butler
American general and politician
Born
Died
1893
133 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A significant figure in the American Civil War and Reconstruction era. Served as a Union general and achieved the rank of Major General. Elected as the 33rd Governor of Massachusetts, held office from 1883 to 1884. Advocated for civil rights and was involved in various political controversies. Practiced law after his military career and was active in politics for several decades.
Served as Major General in the Union Army
Elected as Governor of Massachusetts
Was a U.S. Congressman
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