John Lamb (general)

John Lamb
Collector of the Port of New York
In office
1784–1797
Appointed byCongress of the Confederation
PresidentGeorge Washington
Preceded byOffice established
Succeeded byJoshua Sands
Personal details
Born
John Lamb

(1735-01-01)January 1, 1735
New York City, Province of New York, British America
DiedMay 31, 1800(1800-05-31) (aged 65)
ParentAnthony Lamb (Father)
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/service Continental Army
 United States Army
Years of service1775-1783
Rank Brigadier General
Battles/warsAmerican Revolutionary War
 • Battle of Quebec

John Lamb (1735–1800) was an American soldier, politician, and Anti-Federalist organizer (particularly in New York state). During the American Revolutionary War he led the 2nd Continental Artillery Regiment.


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