Isaac H. Elliott facts for kids
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Isaac Hughes Elliott
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| Adjutant general of Illinois | |
| In office 1880–1884 |
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| President | Chester A. Arthur |
| Preceded by | Hiram Hilliard |
| Succeeded by | Joseph W. Vance |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 25, 1837 Princeton, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | December 3, 1922 (aged 85) White Plains, New York, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Elizabeth Sherman Denham
(m. 1867) |
| Children | 4 |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States (Union) |
| Branch |  United States Army (Union Army) |
| Years of service | 1861 – 1865 1880 – 1884 |
| Rank |  Bvt. Brigadier General Colonel |
| Commands | 33rd Illinois Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Isaac Hughes Elliott was an important American soldier. He became a Brevet Brigadier General, which is a special honor for bravery in battle. He fought in the American Civil War.
Elliott led the 33rd Illinois Infantry Regiment. They fought in many battles, especially during the Vicksburg campaign. After the war, he also served as the Adjutant general of Illinois from 1880 to 1884. This role meant he was a top military officer for the state.
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Early Life and Education
Isaac Hughes Elliott was born on June 25, 1837. His hometown was Princeton, Illinois. His parents, John and Mary Elliott, were from Ireland.
As a child, Isaac went to pioneer schools. He also learned to be a farmer and rancher. In 1857, he started college at the University of Michigan. He studied there until he graduated in June 1861.
Service in the Civil War
Elliott joined the army on September 2, 1861. He started as a captain in the 33rd Illinois Infantry Regiment. Soon after, on October 15, 1861, he was wounded and captured. Luckily, he was set free in May 1862.
In May 1863, Elliott was promoted to major. He then joined the important Vicksburg campaign. This campaign included several major battles.
Key Battles and Promotions
Elliott was promoted again to Lieutenant Colonel in September 1864. On March 13, 1865, he received a special honor. He was made a Brevet Brigadier General. This was for his brave actions in battles like:
A "brevet" rank is an honorary promotion. It recognizes outstanding service without a pay raise. Elliott became a full colonel on September 30, 1865. He left the army honorably in November 1865.
Life After the War
After the Civil War, Elliott returned to Illinois. From 1865 to 1867, he worked as the treasurer for Bureau County.
On December 17, 1867, he married Elizabeth Sherman Denham. They had four children together: John, Richard, Walter, and Roger.
Later Career and Retirement
In 1874, Elliott ran for Congress. He was a candidate for the Liberal Republican party. However, he did not win the election.
From 1880 to 1884, Elliott served in the U.S. Army again. He became the Adjutant general of Illinois. Around this time, he also joined the Loyal Legion. This was a group for Union officers who fought in the Civil War.
In 1894, Elliott moved to Roswell, New Mexico. There, he worked as a farmer and rancher. Isaac Hughes Elliott passed away on December 3, 1922. He died in White Plains, New York. He was buried at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
