William Barton (soldier)
William Barton | |
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William Barton, painted by James Sullivan Lincoln | |
| Born | May 26, 1748 Warren, Rhode Island |
| Died | October 22, 1831 (aged 83) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | Continental Army |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | Rhode Island Regiment |
| Commands | Stanton's regiment |
| Battles / wars | Battle of Bunker Hill |
| Awards | Society of the Cincinnati |
| Spouse(s) | Rhoda Carver |
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William Barton (1748–1831) was an officer in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War who retired with the rank of colonel. He later served as adjutant general of the Rhode Island militia.