Edward Francis Winslow facts for kids
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Edward Francis Winslow
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Winslow, Fourth Iowa Cavalry
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| Born | September 28, 1837 Augusta, Maine |
| Died | October 22, 1914 (aged 77) Canandaigua, New York |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Years of service | 1861–1865 |
| Rank |  Colonel Brevet Brigadier General |
| Unit | 4th Iowa Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Other work | railroad executive |
Edward Francis Winslow (born September 28, 1837 – died October 22, 1914) was an important officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War. After the war, he became a successful leader in the railroad business.
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Who Was Edward Winslow?
Winslow's Early Life
Edward Winslow was born on September 28, 1837, in Augusta, Maine. In 1856, he moved to Mount Pleasant, Iowa. There, he worked in a business that sold goods. This was his job until the fall of 1861. At that time, he decided to join the army.
Serving in the Civil War
When the Civil War started, Winslow joined the 4th Regiment Iowa Volunteer Cavalry. He began as a Captain, leading Company F. In 1863, he was promoted to Major. He was hurt in a small fight at Twelve Mile Creek, Mississippi.
Key Battles and Promotions
Winslow then took part in the Siege of Vicksburg. This was a major battle where Union forces surrounded a city. His job was to protect the army from Confederate forces led by Joseph E. Johnston. During this time, Winslow was hurt again in a cavalry fight. This happened at Mechanicsburg, Mississippi.
On July 4, 1863, he became the Colonel of his regiment. For the next year, he led cavalry groups. These groups were part of the Army of the Tennessee. He fought in important battles like Meridian, Brice's Crossroads, and Tupelo.
Leading Cavalry Divisions
In October 1864, Winslow led the 4th Brigade. This was part of Alfred Pleasonton's cavalry division. They were involved in Price's Missouri Raid. Winslow was wounded during the Battle of Westport. Because of his injury, Frederick Benteen took over his command.
Just a few days later, Winslow returned to the battlefield. He led a brigade in James H. Wilson's cavalry group. They fought in the battles of Selma and Columbus. After Union troops captured Columbus, Winslow was put in charge of the city. He oversaw the destruction of the ironclad ship CSS Jackson (also called CSS Muscogee). He also made sure the arsenal, armory, and many factories were destroyed.
Winslow received a special promotion to Brigadier General. This promotion was dated December 12, 1864. He officially left the army on August 10, 1865.
After the War: Railroad Executive
After the Civil War, Edward Winslow started a long career in the railroad business. He became a leader for many different railroad companies. These included the St. Louis & Southern Railroad and the Burlington, Cedar Rapids and Northern Railroad. He also worked for the New York, Ontario and Western Railway and the Manhattan Elevated Railway. Winslow was also an executive for the St. Louis and Southwestern Railway and the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad.
Edward Winslow passed away on October 22, 1914, in Canandaigua, New York.
