Ambrose Burnside

War Hero

Birthday May 23, 1824

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Liberty, IN

DEATH DATE Sep 13, 1881 (57)

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About

Union Army soldier who fought in the Civil War and was defeated in the Battle of Fredericksburg.

Before Fame

He attended the United States Military Academy at West Point.

Trivia

He was portrayed by actor Alex Hyde-White in the film Gods and Generals.

Family Life

He had eight siblings.

Associated With

He fought against Confederate general Robert E. Lee in the Battle of Fredericksburg.