Charles Davis Jameson facts for kids
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Charles Davis Jameson
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Brig. Gen. Charles Davis Jameson, ca. 1862
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| Born | February 24, 1827 Gorham, Maine |
| Died | November 6, 1862 (aged 35) Old Town, Maine |
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Riverside Cemetery, Stillwater, Maine
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| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
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United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1862 |
| Rank |  Brigadier General |
| Commands held | 2nd Maine Infantry |
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Charles Davis Jameson (born February 24, 1827 – died November 6, 1862) was an important general during the American Civil War. He also ran for Governor of Maine. Sadly, he became very sick with "camp fever," which was likely typhoid fever, during a battle. He was sent home to Maine but passed away soon after.
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Early Life and Career
Charles Davis Jameson was born in Gorham, Maine. When he was a child, his family moved to Old Town, Maine. This town was a busy center for lumber and sawmills. As he grew up, Jameson became a successful lumberman himself.
In 1860, he became involved in politics. He was chosen as a delegate for the Democratic Party at their national meeting.
Joining the Civil War
When the American Civil War began in 1861, Charles Jameson quickly joined the fight. He was elected as a Colonel. He led the 2nd Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiment. This was the very first unit from Maine to leave the state and go to the war front.
First Major Battle
Colonel Jameson led his regiment into their first big battle. This was the First Battle of Bull Run. It was a very important early battle of the war. Because of his leadership, he was soon promoted. He became a Brigadier General of Volunteers.
Political Aspirations
After the Battle of Bull Run, the Democratic Party in Maine faced a challenge. It split into two groups: those who supported the war and those who did not. General Jameson became the candidate for the "War Democrats." These were Democrats who believed the war was necessary.
He ran for Governor of Maine. He lost that election to Israel Washburn, Jr.. However, he did get more votes than the anti-war Democratic candidate. He ran for governor again in 1862. But the war was not going well at that time. Many voters did not support him, and he lost again.
Illness and Death
Later in 1862, General Jameson was fighting in the Battle of Fair Oaks. During this battle, he was injured. He also became very sick with "camp fever." This illness was likely typhoid fever. Because he was so sick, he was allowed to return home to Maine.
Charles Davis Jameson died in Old Town, Maine, on November 6, 1862. He was buried at Riverside Cemetery in Stillwater, Maine. Some stories say he actually passed away on the steamship that was bringing him home.
