Thomas Biddle | |
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Born | |
Died | August 29, 1831 | (aged 40)
Cause of death | Gunshot during a duel |
Resting place | Calvary Cemetery (St. Louis) |
Occupation | U.S. Army officer |
Known for | War of 1812 hero, duel with Spencer Pettis |
Spouse | Ann Mullanphy |
Parent(s) | Charles and Hannah Biddle |
Relatives | See Biddle family |
Thomas Biddle (November 21, 1790 – August 29, 1831) was an American military hero during the War of 1812. Biddle is better known though for having been killed in a duel with Missouri Congressman Spencer Pettis.