Benjamin S. Roberts facts for kids
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Benjamin Stone Roberts
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Benjamin Stone Roberts
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| Born | November 18, 1810 Manchester, Vermont |
| Died | January 29, 1875 (aged 64) Washington, D.C. |
| Place of burial |
Dellwood Cemetery, Manchester, Vermont
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| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
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United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1835–1839, 1846–1870 |
| Rank |  Brevet Major General |
| Battles/wars | Mexican–American War
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Benjamin Stone Roberts (born November 18, 1810 – died January 29, 1875) was an American soldier. He was also a lawyer and an engineer. He became a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
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Early Life and Career Choices
Benjamin Roberts was born in Manchester, Vermont. He went to the United States Military Academy at West Point. He graduated in 1835. After four years, he left the army. He wanted to work as a civil engineer. He helped build railroads in New York and even in Russia. When he came back from Russia, he settled in Iowa. There, he started working as a lawyer.
Serving in the Mexican-American War
In 1846, the Mexican–American War began. Roberts rejoined the army. He became a first lieutenant. He was promoted to captain in 1847. He fought in many important battles. These included Veracruz, Cerro Gordo, and Churubusco. He was recognized for his bravery. He earned special promotions for leading attacks. After the war, he continued to serve the army. He worked on the frontier and in Washington, D.C.
Role in the American Civil War
When the American Civil War started, Roberts was a major. He served in New Mexico in 1861 and 1862. On June 16, 1862, he became a Brigadier General. He joined General John Pope's team. He was an Inspector General and Chief of Cavalry. He fought in battles like Cedar Mountain and the Second Battle of Bull Run. After the Battle of Bull Run, he was involved in a military trial. Later, he was sent to Minnesota. There, he worked with Native American tribes. In 1863, he returned to Washington. He commanded different army groups. He earned more special promotions for his actions in battles.
Later Life and Retirement
Roberts stayed in the regular army. He was a lieutenant colonel in the 3rd Cavalry. In 1868, he started teaching. He taught military science at Yale University. He retired from the army on December 15, 1870. Benjamin Roberts passed away in Washington, D.C. He was first buried there. Later, he was reburied in Dellwood Cemetery in Manchester, Vermont.
