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John Laurens

The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition
John Laurens 1754-82, American Revolutionary soldier, b. Charleston, S.C.; son of Henry Laurens. In 1777 he joined George Washington's staff as a volunteer aide-de-camp, fought at Brandywine and in subsequent battles, and was promoted (1779) to lieutenant colonel in recognition of his bravery and ability. The intemperate criticism of Washington by Charles Lee caused Laurens to challenge Lee and fight an inconclusive duel. Going to the South, Laurens was captured (1780) when the British took Charleston, but was soon exchanged. In 1781 he was sent on a special and successful mission to Fra... Read more
Laurens, John
Laurens, John (1754–82) Revolutionary War officer, born outside Charleston, South Carolina. Laurens was aide-de-camp to George Washington...native South Carolina (1779). In 1781 Laurens, who was fluent in French, traveled to... Read more
Laurens, Henry (1724-1792)
...their third child and eldest son. John Laurens became a saddler, and his business...x2019; s business training. John Laurens died in 1747, bequeathing twenty-three-ye...in protest and was succeeded by John Jay. Laurens remained in Congress through most... Read more

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