Thomas Drayton
Confederate Army general (1809-1891)
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Summary
Thomas Drayton was born on August 24, 1809[1], in Charleston[2]. He died on February 18, 1891[3], in Florence[4]. He worked as a politician[5]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (101 views/month, #7,295 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Elmwood Cemetery[7]
- Father: William Drayton[8]
- Mother: Anne Drayton[9]
- Country of citizenship: United States[10]
- Position held: member of the State Senate of South Carolina[11]
- Educated at: United States Military Academy[12]
- Sex or gender: male[13]
- Military branch: Confederate States Army[14]
- Commons category: Thomas Fenwick Drayton[15]
- Military, police or special rank: general[16]
- Participated in conflict: American Civil War[17], Battle of Port Royal[18], Battle of Thoroughfare Gap[19], Second Battle of Bull Run[20], Battle of South Mountain[21], Battle of Antietam[22]
- Family name: Drayton[23]
- Given name: Thomas[24]
- Sibling: Percival Drayton[25]
Why It Matters
Thomas Drayton has Wikipedia articles in 5 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[26] He is known by 7 alternative names across languages and contexts.[27]
FAQs
Where was Thomas Drayton born?
Thomas Drayton was born in Charleston[2].
Where did Thomas Drayton die?
Thomas Drayton died in Florence[4].
Who were Thomas Drayton's parents?
Thomas Drayton's father was William Drayton[8]. Thomas Drayton's mother was Anne Drayton[9].
What did Thomas Drayton do for work?
Thomas Drayton worked as a politician[5].
Where did Thomas Drayton go to school?
Thomas Drayton was educated at United States Military Academy[12].