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Peter Vredenburgh Jr.
Born September 12, 1837
Freehold Township, New Jersey
Died September 19, 1864
Winchester, Virginia (Battle of Opequon)
Buried
Winchester, Virginia, later Freehold, New Jersey
Allegiance  United States
Service/branch United States Union Army Infantry
Years of service 1862–1864
Rank Union army maj rank insignia.jpg Major
Unit New Jersey 14th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry Regiment
Battles/wars American Civil War Eastern Campaigns
Other work Lawyer

Peter Vredenburgh was a brave soldier and a lawyer from New Jersey. He lived from 1837 to 1864. Peter fought for the Union Army during the American Civil War. This was a big war that happened in the United States. He was a Major, which is an important rank in the army.

Peter Vredenburgh's Early Life

Peter Vredenburgh was born on September 12, 1837. His hometown was Freehold Township, New Jersey. His father, also named Peter Vredenburgh, was a judge. He worked for the New Jersey Supreme Court.

Becoming a Lawyer

Peter studied law in Poughkeepsie, New York. In 1859, he became a lawyer. This means he was allowed to practice law. He then moved to Eatontown, New Jersey. There, he started his own law practice.

Joining the Civil War

When President Lincoln asked for volunteers, Peter Vredenburgh joined the army. He wanted to help keep the United States together. He joined the 14th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry Regiment. This group was formed in Freehold, New Jersey.

His Role as a Major

Peter was given the rank of Major. This meant he was a leader in his regiment. His unit, the 14th New Jersey Infantry, joined the Army of the Potomac. This was a very important army. They fought in the eastern part of the war. These battles are called the Eastern Campaigns.

Fighting in the War

Major Vredenburgh held different jobs in the army. These were called staff appointments. After a big fight called the Battle of Monocacy, he asked to go back to his regiment. He wanted to be with his soldiers. His request was approved.

His Final Battle

Peter Vredenburgh was killed on September 19, 1864. This happened in Winchester, Virginia. He died during a battle known as the Battle of Opequon.

A Lasting Legacy

Peter Vredenburgh wrote many letters. He sent them to his family and friends. These letters are very important today. They help us understand what life was like for soldiers. They also show what soldiers thought about the army and the war.

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