Military Service
William joined the American Regiment in 1746 and fought in Albany in King George's War, obtaining the rank of captain in 1747.
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Famous quotes containing the words military and/or service:
“I would sincerely regret, and which never shall happen whilst I am in office, a military guard around the President.”
—Andrew Jackson (1767–1845)
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—Edward Dahlberg (1900–1977)