Over the last two centuries, Delaware County has produced a remarkable set of individuals who have led lives of discovery. Our Delaware County Roots series shares short insights into the lives of the well-known and less commonly known people born here, or who lived here, and then went on to make significant contributions to state, regional, or national history.
Few local sons or daughters have a larger historic reputation than a native of Kingston Township.
General William Starke Rosecrans, one of the most important military figures of the American Civil War, was born on September 6, 1819. Though his name may not be as well-known as his contemporaries, such as Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee, Rosecrans was an accomplished military strategist and a vital contributor to the Union’s success. His life and legacy exemplify the dedication, intelligence, and determination that defined a generation of American military leaders.
Early Life and Education…