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Augustus Pearl Martin
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Augustus P. Martin in 1884
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| 30th Mayor of Boston, Massachusetts | |
| In office 1884–1884 |
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| Preceded by | Albert Palmer |
| Succeeded by | Hugh O'Brien |
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| Born | November 23, 1835 Abbot, Maine |
| Died | March 13, 1902 (aged 66) Dorchester, Massachusetts |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Citizens and Republican |
| Spouse | Abbie Farmer |
| Residences | Dorcester, Massachusetts |
| Occupation | military officer |
| Profession | Leather Trade |
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| Allegiance |  United StatesUnion |
| Branch/service | United States Army Union Army |
| Rank |  Captain |
| Commands | 3rd Massachusetts Light Artillery |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Augustus Pearl Martin (born November 23, 1835 – died March 13, 1902) was an important American leader. He was a soldier from Massachusetts and later became the mayor of Boston in 1884.
Martin was also a skilled artillery officer. He served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. After the war, he led the state's Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States. He also became a general in the state's militia.
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A Life of Service
Early Life and Military Beginnings
Augustus Martin was born in Abbot, Maine. He started his military journey early. From 1858 to 1860, he was a lieutenant. He served in a local military group called the Boston Light Artillery militia company.
Fighting in the Civil War
When the American Civil War began, Martin joined the army. In 1861, he was a sergeant for three months. Soon after, he became a first lieutenant in the 3rd Massachusetts Light Artillery. By November of that same year, he was promoted to captain.
During 1862, he was the Chief of Artillery. This meant he was in charge of the cannons for George W. Morell's division. This division was part of the Army of the Potomac. In May 1863, he was put in charge of the artillery for the V Corps.
He played a big role in several major battles. These included the Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and the Mine Run Campaign. He even wrote a detailed report about how his artillery helped at the Battle of Gettysburg.
In early 1864, the Army of the Potomac was reorganized. Martin went back to leading the 3rd Massachusetts Light Artillery. He fought in the Battle of the Wilderness and other battles during that time. He also took part in the Siege of Petersburg in Virginia. At the end of the war, he received an honorary promotion. He was made a brevet commission colonel for his brave and excellent service.
After the War and Mayor of Boston
After the war, Martin continued to be a leader. In 1878, he commanded the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts. This is a very old military organization. He also led the Massachusetts Commandery of MOLLUS in 1879 and 1880.
Martin was chosen as the chief marshal for big events in Boston. He led the dedication of a monument on Boston Common in 1877. He also led the celebration for Boston's 250th anniversary in 1880.
In 1882, he became a senior aide-de-camp for Governor John Davis Long. This was a high-ranking position, and he held the rank of brigadier general. Finally, in 1884, he served one term as the mayor of Boston.
Augustus Martin passed away in Dorchester, Massachusetts, in 1902. He was buried at Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
