Thomas Biddle
Thomas Biddle | |
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Major Thomas Biddle, by Thomas Wilcocks Sully and Thomas Sully, 1832 | |
| Born | November 21, 1790 |
| 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 known for having been killed in a duel with Missouri Congressman Spencer Pettis.