George Bradley Kellogg facts for kids
George Bradley Kellogg (born November 6, 1826 – died November 12, 1875) was an important person from Vermont. He was a soldier and a politician. He served as the Adjutant General (a high-ranking military leader) for the Vermont Militia. During the American Civil War, he was a Lieutenant Colonel in the 1st Vermont Cavalry.
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Early Life and Career
George B. Kellogg was born in Rockingham, Vermont, on November 6, 1825. His father, Daniel Kellogg, was also a Vermont Adjutant General and a judge.
George studied law and became a lawyer. He worked in Brattleboro. He held several local jobs, like being a Justice of the Peace. This meant he handled small legal matters. He was also the State's Attorney for Windham County. This role meant he was the main lawyer for the state in that area. He also served in the Vermont House of Representatives, which is part of the state's government.
From 1854 to 1859, George Kellogg was Vermont's Adjutant General. In 1861, he became the Deputy Postmaster in Brattleboro.
Role in the Civil War
When the Civil War began, George Kellogg helped recruit soldiers for the Union Army. He played a big part in forming the 1st Vermont Cavalry Regiment. He was made a Lieutenant Colonel, which meant he was the second-in-command of the regiment.
Kellogg often led the regiment in battles. However, he was not promoted to Colonel even after the first two commanders left or died. Because of this, he decided to leave the regiment and was discharged in 1862.
Later Life and Work
After leaving the Army, Kellogg moved to St. Louis, where he started his law practice again. Later in the Civil War, he was made a Major in the Missouri Militia. He was assigned to a unit that protected St. Louis.
In 1867, President Andrew Johnson wanted Kellogg to be the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Missouri. This job involves representing the U.S. government in court. However, the United States Senate did not approve his appointment.
Death and Burial
George B. Kellogg passed away in St. Louis on November 12, 1875. He was first buried at Holy Trinity Cemetery. Later, his remains were moved to Calvary Cemetery.
Family Life
George Kellogg married Mary Lee Sikes on March 15, 1847. They had two daughters: Jane McAfee Kellogg, born in 1849, and Sarah Bradley Kellogg, born in 1853.
