James Winchester (February 26, 1752-July 26, 1826) was an officer in the American Revolutionary War and a brigadier general during the War of 1812. He commanded the American forces at the Battle of Frenchtown, which led to the Massacre of the River Raisin.
Read more about James Winchester: Early Life, Life in Tennessee, War of 1812, River Raisin Massacre, Post War Years
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