Ferdinand Van Derveer facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ferdinand Van Derveer
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| Born | February 27, 1823 Middletown, Ohio |
| Died | November 5, 1892 (aged 69) Butler County, Ohio |
| Place of burial |
Greenwood Cemetery,
Hamilton, Ohio |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Service/ |
United States Army Union Army |
| Rank |  Brigadier General |
| Unit | 1st Ohio Volunteers |
| Commands held | 35th Ohio Infantry Regiment various infantry brigades |
| Battles/wars | Mexican–American War |
| Other work | Lawyer and Judge |
Ferdinand Van Derveer was an important figure in American history. He was a skilled lawyer and a brave general in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He was born on February 27, 1823, and passed away on November 5, 1892.
Early Life and First War
Ferdinand Van Derveer was born in Middletown, Ohio. He went to Farmer's College, where he studied law. After passing his exams, he became a lawyer in his hometown.
When the Mexican–American War began, Ferdinand decided to join the army. He started as a private, which is the lowest rank. He showed great bravery during the Battle of Monterrey. By the end of the war, he had become a captain. After the war, he returned home and continued his work as a lawyer. He also served as the Sheriff of Butler County, Ohio for several years.
Fighting in the Civil War
When the American Civil War started, Ferdinand Van Derveer quickly organized a group of soldiers. This group became known as the 35th Ohio Infantry Regiment. He became their first colonel, which is a high-ranking officer. Most of the 921 men in his regiment came from Butler County.
His regiment fought in many important battles. These included the Battle of Mill Springs, the Battle of Perryville, and the Battle of Stones River. They also fought bravely at the Battle of Missionary Ridge and the Battle of Chickamauga. The Battle of Chickamauga was very tough, and nearly half of his men were killed or wounded.
In 1862, Van Derveer was given command of a larger group of soldiers called a brigade. He led brigades in the Army of the Ohio and later in the XIV Corps. He left the army with his regiment in September 1864. The very next month, he was promoted to Brigadier General. In 1865, he was assigned to lead another brigade in Alabama.
After the War
After the Civil War ended, Ferdinand Van Derveer went back to Butler County, Ohio. He continued his career in law and became a judge. He is buried in Greenwood Cemetery in Hamilton, Ohio. You can find his grave in the Hill Section, Lot 561.
