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Thomas Parker (1753–1820), was an American soldier.
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- A heroes welcome injured marine lance cpl thomas parker returns home for first time
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Biography
Parker was born in Frederick County, Virginia, in 1753. He was a captain during the American Revolution, participating in several battles with the 9th Virginia Regiment.
Parker was lieutenant-colonel of infantry in 1799, and in 1800 was mustered out of service. He was appointed colonel of the 12th Infantry Regiment in March 1812, commissioned brigadier general in March 1813, and resigned in November of the next year. He died in Frederick County on 24 January 1820.
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