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William O. Mitchell
William O. Mitchell (April 4, 1846 – July 29, 1930) was an American politician. Early life and military service William Mitchell was born on April 4, 1846, in Bonaparte, Iowa, to settlers of Van Buren County, Iowa, Van Buren County, George and Sarah Mitchell. After the American Civil War broke out, Mitchell enlisted in Company C of the 13th Iowa Infantry Regiment. Mitchell saw action at the Siege of Vicksburg, during the Meridian campaign, and was captured at the Battle of Atlanta. He was held at Andersonville Prison, the Florence Stockade, and the Salisbury Prison. Mitchell's release was secured near the end of the war, and he was mustered out of service with the 18th Iowa on July 21, 1865. Education and political career Upon his return to Iowa, Mitchelled enrolled at Cornell College for six years, graduating in 1871, then studied law with the Stuart Brothers firm in Chariton, Iowa, Chariton for one year before starting his own practice. Mitchell also farmed, and was president ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bonaparte, Iowa
Bonaparte is a city in Van Buren County, Iowa, United States. The population was 359 at the 2020 census. The town is located on the Des Moines River and contains a number of historical buildings, including a large pottery. History The area was established in 1837 by William Meek, and named Meek's Mill. The lots were resurveyed in 1841, and the name was changed to Bonaparte. Another townsite called Napoleon was established across the river, though it was never developed. William Meek was an admirer of the Emperor, and was responsible for both names. The town was incorporated in 1899. The town was flooded during the Flood of 1851. Bonaparte is located along the historic Mormon Trail, and there are five sites in or near Bonaparte listed on the National Register of Historic Places: * Aunty Green Hotel * Bonaparte Historic Riverfront District * Bonaparte Pottery Archeological District * Meek's Flour Mill * Des Moines River Locks No. 5 and No. 7 Charles E. Pickett, who ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
