Benjamin Church
American colonial military leader
Born
1639
386 years ago
Died
January 17th, 1718
307 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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Served as a colonel in the British Army during the early colonial period. Played a significant role in King Philip's War, leading colonial forces against Native American tribes in New England. Founded the Church Company, contributing to colonial military tactics. His military strategies were influential in the development of American colonial defense.
Led colonial troops in King Philip's War
Founded the Church Company
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