Last surviving United States war veterans

The term "last surviving United States war veterans" refers to the final living individuals who served in various American wars. These veterans hold a unique place in history, as they are the last direct links to the conflicts in which they served. Their lives and stories provide invaluable insights into the past and serve as a bridge between generations.

American Revolutionary War

The American Revolutionary War (1775–1783) was the conflict through which the Thirteen Colonies gained independence from Great Britain. The last surviving veteran of this war was Daniel Frederick Bakeman, who lived until 1869. Bakeman's longevity allowed him to witness the transformation of the United States from a fledgling nation to a country on the brink of the Civil War.

Daniel Frederick Bakeman

War of 1812

The War of 1812 (1812–1815) was fought between the United States and the British Empire. The last known surviving veteran of this war was Hiram Cronk, who passed away in 1905 at the age of 105. Cronk's life spanned a period of significant change in American history, from the early 19th century to the dawn of the 20th century.

Hiram Cronk, last surviving veteran of the War of 1812

Mexican-American War

The Mexican-American War (1846–1848) was a conflict between the United States and Mexico, resulting in significant territorial gains for the United States. The last surviving veteran of this war was Owen Thomas Edgar, who died in 1929. Edgar's life and service are emblematic of the era of American expansionism.

Owen Thomas Edgar, last surviving veteran of the Mexican-American War

Civil War

The American Civil War (1861–1865) was a pivotal conflict in United States history, fought between the Northern states (Union) and the Southern states (Confederacy). The last surviving Union veteran was Albert Woolson, who died in 1956, while the last confirmed Confederate veteran was Pleasant Crump, who passed away in 1951.

Spanish-American War

The Spanish-American War (1898) was a brief conflict between the United States and Spain, resulting in the U.S. gaining territories in the western Pacific and Latin America. The last surviving veteran of this war was Nathan E. Cook, who died in 1992 at the age of 106.

World War I

World War I (1914–1918) involved many nations, including the United States, which joined the conflict in 1917. The last surviving American veteran of World War I was Frank Buckles, who passed away in 2011 at the age of 110.

Also see

• American Revolutionary War
• War of 1812
• Mexican-American War
• American Civil War
• Spanish-American War
• World War I