Lawrence O'Bryan Branch

American politician and Confederate general

Lawrence O'Bryan Branch - American politician and Confederate general
Born

1820
205 years ago

Died

September 17th, 1862
162 years ago — 42 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

United States

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Served as a Confederate general during the American Civil War. Participated in battles such as the Battle of Sharpsburg. Held a position as a U.S. Congressman representing the 3rd district of North Carolina prior to the war. His military career ended with his death in 1862 at the Battle of Sharpsburg, marking a significant loss for the Confederate forces.

Served as a Confederate general

Represented North Carolina in Congress

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