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Martin C. Hobart
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Portrait from The History of Columbia County, Wisconsin (1880)
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| Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the Columbia 2nd district |
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| In office January 5, 1885 – January 3, 1887 |
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| Preceded by | Michael Adams |
| Succeeded by | Samuel Clark |
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| Born | August 1, 1835 Niagara County, New York, U.S. |
| Died | March 20, 1919 (aged 83) Columbia County, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Resting place | Fall River Cemetery, Fall River, Wisconsin |
| Political party | Republican |
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Sarah C. Dyer
(m. 1866–1919) |
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| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Volunteers Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1865 |
| Rank | Captain, USV |
| Unit | 7th Reg. Wis. Vol. Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War
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Martin Calvin Hobart (born August 1, 1835 – died March 20, 1919) was an American farmer and politician. He was a member of the Republican Party.
During the American Civil War, he served as an officer in the Union Army. His unit was part of the famous Iron Brigade. He also served one term in the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing Columbia County.
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Biography
Martin C. Hobart was born on August 1, 1835. His birthplace was Niagara County, New York. In 1852, he moved to Fountain Prairie, Wisconsin. There, he worked as a farmer.
He married Sarah Dyer in 1866. They had three children together.
Military Service
During the American Civil War, Martin Hobart joined the Union Army. He became a sergeant in Company B of the 7th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment. His group was sent to fight in the eastern part of the war.
Promotions and Battles
In July 1862, he was promoted to first lieutenant. This happened just before the Northern Virginia campaign began. He was injured during a tough fight at Gainesville, Virginia. This battle was part of the Second Battle of Bull Run.
His company's captain was killed at Gainesville. Even though he was wounded, Hobart was promoted to replace him. He became a captain.
Later Service and Capture
After he recovered, he fought in several important battles. These included the Battle of Chancellorsville and the Battle of Gettysburg. He was later captured during the Battle of the Wilderness.
While he was a prisoner, Hobart was promoted again. He became a major and then a lieutenant colonel. However, he was never officially assigned to these higher ranks. He was released from prison in February 1865. He left the army with his regiment in July of that year.
Political Career
After the war, Martin Hobart entered politics. He was a member of the Republican Party. In 1885, he served in the Wisconsin State Assembly. He represented Columbia County, Wisconsin.
He was also a member of the Columbia County board. Martin Hobart passed away in Columbia County on March 20, 1919. He was 83 years old.
