Charles Crawford (army officer) facts for kids
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Charles Crawford
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| Born | 27 December 1866 Coshocton, Ohio |
| Died | 28 December 1945 (aged 79) Kansas |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
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United States Army |
| Years of service | 1889-1919 |
| Rank |  Brigadier General |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War World War I |
Charles Crawford (born 1866, died 1945) was an officer in the United States Army and also an author. He fought in important wars like the Spanish–American War and World War I. He also served in the Philippines.
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Early Life and Learning
Charles Crawford was born in Coshocton, Ohio. His parents were Thomas Crawford and Margaret Parkhill.
In 1889, he finished his studies at the United States Military Academy. This school is often called West Point. A future general, Charles Dudley Rhodes, was also in his class.
Later, in 1912, Crawford also graduated from the Army War College. This is a special school for high-ranking military officers.
Military Career
Crawford began his military career as a Second Lieutenant. He served in the 10th Infantry on the United States frontier from 1889 to 1895. During this time, he worked as a military police officer in Oklahoma City. He also helped the U.S. Commission work with American Indian tribes.
Service in the Spanish-American War
During the Spanish–American War, Crawford showed great bravery. He took part in the Battle of San Juan Hill in 1898. For his actions, he was praised by his commanders.
Teaching and Overseas Duty
From 1903 to 1907, Crawford taught at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. He taught at the Infantry and Cavalry School and the Army Staff College.
Crawford also served in the Philippines several times. His first time was from 1890 to 1902. He returned there again from 1909 to 1911. From 1913 to 1916, he worked on the General Staff of the U.S. Army. After that, he was in the Panama Canal Zone until 1917.
World War I Service
During World War I, Crawford joined the American Expeditionary Force. He was a Brigadier General in the National Army. He led the 6th Infantry Brigade, which was part of the 3rd Infantry Division. He commanded them during the important Second Battle of the Marne. In 1919, Crawford retired from the army because of injuries.
Personal Life and Legacy
After retiring, Charles Crawford lived in Paola, Kansas. He passed away on December 28, 1945, in a car accident. He was buried in Paola, Kansas.
Crawford was a Presbyterian. He was married to E.M. Miller, who died in 1919. They did not have any children.
Besides his military service, Crawford was also an author. He wrote two books: Six Months with the Sixth Brigade and Restarting Economic Theory.
