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Morgan Henry Chrysler
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Morgan H. Chrysler
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| Born | September 30, 1822 Ghent, New York |
| Died | August 24, 1890 (aged 67) Kinderhook, New York |
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Prospect Hill Cemetery, Valatie, New York
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| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
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United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1866 |
| Rank |  Brevet Major General |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Morgan Henry Chrysler (born September 30, 1822, died August 24, 1890) was an American soldier. He became a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
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Early Life
Morgan Henry Chrysler was born in Ghent, New York in 1822. He went to school there and spent most of his life as a farmer.
Serving in the Civil War
When the American Civil War started in 1861, Morgan Chrysler joined the Union side. He began as a private. He quickly moved up the ranks.
Rising Through the Ranks
On June 1, 1861, he became a captain in the 30th New York Infantry. He was promoted to major in 1862. By 1863, he became a lieutenant colonel. Later that year, he was made a colonel of a cavalry regiment.
Key Battles and Campaigns
Chrysler fought in several important battles. These included the Peninsula Campaign and the Second Battle of Bull Run. He also served in the Battle of Antietam and the Battle of Chancellorsville. After the Battle of Chancellorsville, his regiment's service time ended.
Forming a New Regiment
Right away, Chrysler was given permission to create a new cavalry regiment. In just 55 days, he gathered 1,176 men to form the 2nd New York Veteran Cavalry. His new regiment was stationed in Washington for a short time. Then, they were sent to New Orleans, Louisiana.
Service in the South
Chrysler's regiment took part in the Red River Campaign. He led a group of cavalry to secure a river crossing. This crossing was used by Confederate forces. His unit spent the rest of their service in the southern states. In 1865, he commanded a brigade during the final campaign against Mobile.
Becoming a Major General
On March 13, 1865, Chrysler was given the honorary rank of brevet major general. This means he was recognized for his bravery and leadership. He was one of only four men in the Civil War to rise from a private all the way to a major general.
After the war, he briefly served as the military governor of Northern Alabama. He left the army in 1866.
Life After the War
After the Civil War, Morgan Chrysler lived a quiet life. He passed away in Kinderhook, New York. He was buried in Valatie, New York.
