Edward Anderson (United States Army officer, born 1864) facts for kids
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Edward Anderson
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| Born | May 31, 1864 Chatham, Virginia, C.S. |
| Died | November 2, 1937 (aged 73) Lake City, Florida, U.S. |
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United States Army |
| Rank |  Brigadier General |
| Service number | 0-210 |
| Commands held | 13th U.S. Cavalry Regiment 9th U.S. Cavalry Regiment 26th U.S. Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Ghost Dance War Spanish–American War World War I |
| Spouse(s) | Amelie Anderson |
Edward Anderson (born May 31, 1864 – died November 2, 1937) was an important American military leader. He became a brigadier general and served his country during World War I.
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Early Life and Education
Edward Anderson was born in Virginia on May 31, 1864. When he was older, he attended the United States Military Academy. This is a famous school where people train to become officers in the U.S. Army. He graduated from West Point in 1888.
A Career in the Army
After finishing school, Edward Anderson started his military career. He first joined the infantry, which are soldiers who fight on foot. Soon after, he switched to the cavalry, who are soldiers who traditionally fought on horseback.
Serving on the Frontier
Before 1895, Anderson worked on the American frontier. This meant he helped keep peace and order in the less settled parts of the country. He was involved in the Ghost Dance War in 1890. This was a conflict between the U.S. Army and some Native American groups.
Wars and Commendations
Anderson also served in the Spanish–American War. In 1891, he fought in the Santiago campaign in Cuba. For his brave actions there, he received three special mentions called Silver Star commendations. Later, in 1898, he also took part in the Puerto Rican campaign.
In 1914, he furthered his military education by graduating from the Army War College. This college helps train senior military leaders.
World War I and Leadership
During World War I, from 1917 to 1920, Edward Anderson was in charge of several military camps and units across the United States. On October 1, 1918, he was promoted to the rank of brigadier general. This was a special rank given during wartime.
After the war, he continued to lead important groups. From 1919 to 1921, he commanded the 13th Cavalry and the military base at Fort Clark, Texas. Later, from 1921 to 1922, he led the Ninth Cavalry in the Philippines. He then helped create and command the 26th Cavalry of Philippine Scouts until early 1923.
Retirement and Recognition
After serving for 38 years, Edward Anderson retired from the army as a colonel on April 28, 1923. However, his high rank was later officially recognized again. On June 21, 1930, the U.S. Congress passed a law that restored his brigadier general's star.
Awards
Personal Life
Edward Anderson was married to Amelie. She lived from 1896 to 1985.
Death
Edward Anderson passed away on November 2, 1937, at the age of 72.
