Llewellyn F. Haskell facts for kids
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Llewellyn Frost Haskell
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Llewellyn F. Haskell, photographed by Mathew Brady
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| Birth name | Thomas Frost Haskell |
| Born | October 8, 1842 Belleville, New Jersey, United States |
| Died | November 26, 1929 (aged 87) San Rafael, California, United States |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
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Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861–65 |
| Rank |  Colonel Brevet Brigadier General |
| Commands held | 41st United States Colored Troops |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Spouse(s) | Emmeline A. Gllmore |
Llewellyn Frost Haskell (born Thomas Frost Haskell; October 8, 1842 – November 26, 1929) was an important officer in the Union Army. He served during the American Civil War, which lasted from 1861 to 1865.
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Early Life and Name Change
Llewellyn Frost Haskell was born in Belleville, New Jersey, on October 8, 1842. His original name was Thomas Frost Haskell. His father, Llewellyn Solomon Haskell, was a druggist and landscape gardener. He also founded Llewellyn Park in West Orange, New Jersey.
Around 1862, after Thomas joined the army, his father asked him to change his first name to Llewellyn. This was for family reasons. The name change was officially approved by the New Jersey state government in 1873. Because of this, army records from his time show both names.
Joining the War Effort
Haskell was studying in Heidelberg, Germany, when the American Civil War began. He decided to return home in 1861. He joined the 14th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment as a private soldier.
His first major battle was the First Battle of Bull Run. Here, he was slightly injured and suffered from sunstroke. After this, he served in other regiments. He helped build forts with the 5th Missouri Volunteer Infantry and the 27th Missouri Volunteer Infantry.
Aide to Generals
Haskell also worked as an aide to two important generals. He served General Alexander Asboth at the Battle of Pea Ridge. Later, he was an aide to General Henry Prince at the Battle of Cedar Mountain. This battle is also known as Slaughter's Mountain.
During the Battle of Cedar Mountain, Haskell was badly wounded in his thigh by a minié ball (a type of bullet). He was the only member of General Prince's staff to survive the battle. Haskell spent four months recovering in the hospital.
Service with Colored Troops
In October 1863, Haskell became a Lieutenant Colonel in the 7th United States Colored Infantry. These were regiments made up of African American soldiers. Later, he was promoted to lead the 41st United States Colored Infantry. Both of these regiments were part of the Bureau of Colored Troops.
With the 41st USCT, Haskell took part in major campaigns. These included the Siege of Petersburg and the Appomattox Campaign. He was present when Confederate General Robert E. Lee surrendered his army at Appomattox Court House. This important event happened on April 9, 1865. By the end of the war, Haskell had earned the rank of Brevet Brigadier General of volunteers. A "brevet" rank is an honorary promotion given for brave service, but it doesn't always come with higher pay or command.
Life After the War
After the Civil War ended, Haskell helped his father develop Llewellyn Park. In 1877, he moved to San Francisco, California. There, he worked in furniture manufacturing. He also became involved in mining and oil development.
On June 4, 1868, he married Emmeline "Emma" A. Gllmore (1849–1925). Their wedding was an outdoor ceremony at Llewellyn Park. They had two sons: Llewellyn F., born in 1870, and Olcott, born in 1873.
Llewellyn Frost Haskell passed away in San Rafael, California, on November 26, 1929. His remains were cremated.
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Llewellyn F. Haskell, photographed by Mathew Brady
