Lewis Tappan Barney facts for kids
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Lewis Tappan Barney
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Col. Lewis T. Barney
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| Born | March 18, 1844 Brooklyn, New York |
| Died | December 19, 1904 (aged 60) Inglewood, California |
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Rosedale Cemetery, Los Angeles, California
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| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
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United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1862–1865 |
| Rank |  Captain Colonel (temporary) Brevet Major General |
| Unit | 7th New York Militia Regiment 68th New York Infantry Regiment |
| Commands held | 180th New York Infantry Regiment (temporary) |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Spouse(s) | Mary S. Fowler |
| Relations | Hiram Barney (father) |
Lewis Tappan Barney (born March 18, 1844 – died December 19, 1904) was a brave officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He was incredibly young when he achieved high ranks. He became the youngest person to be promoted to both brigadier general and major general during the war.
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Lewis Tappan Barney: A Young War Hero
His Early Life
Lewis Tappan Barney was born in Brooklyn, New York, on March 18, 1844. His father was a lawyer named Hiram Barney. Lewis grew up with his five brothers and sisters. Before the war, he worked as a hotel clerk. He also tried his hand at growing grapes.
Joining the Civil War
In 1862, the American Civil War had been going on for a year. Lewis decided to join the fight. He became a private in the 7th New York Militia Regiment. This was for a short, 90-day service.
Later that year, in October, he joined the 68th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment. This regiment was part of the Army of the Potomac. It was stationed near Washington, D.C. A month later, Lewis was promoted to 1st Lieutenant.
A Quick Rise in Rank
In February 1864, Lewis Barney was promoted again. He became a Captain. He was assigned to the staff of General Rufus Saxton. His job was to help manage the forces in South Carolina.
During the summer, he was offered a high position. He could have become a colonel of the 106th New York Infantry Regiment. But he chose not to take it. Instead, he tried to form a new regiment, the 180th New York Infantry. However, not enough men joined this new group.
On March 13, 1865, Lewis was still only 20 years old. Despite this, he was given two special promotions. He was made a Brevet Brigadier General and a Brevet Major General. These honors were for his "gallant and meritorious services" during the war. This means he was recognized for being very brave and doing excellent work.
Life After the War
After the war ended, Lewis Barney moved to California. In 1875, he married his wife, Mary S. Fowler. He lived in Inglewood, California, until he passed away. Lewis died on December 19, 1904. He is buried in Rosedale Cemetery in Los Angeles. This cemetery is now called Angelus-Rosedale Cemetery.
