William Pendleton Reynolds (b. Abt. 1822, d. February 23, 1847)
William Pendleton Reynolds (son of William Reynolds, Jr. and Margaret D. Abbott) was born Abt. 1822, and died February 23, 1847 in Battle of Buena Vista, Mexican War213.
Notes for William Pendleton Reynolds: William Pendleton Reynold enlisted at Lawrenceburg, Kentucky and was enrolled on May 23, 1846 by Captain John H. McBrayer. He mustered in June 9, 1846 at Louisville, Kentucky and served in Company C - Ky. Foot Volunteers.
The Battle of Buena Vista, engagement of the Mexican War, was fought February 22 - 23, 1847. About 5000 American troops commanded by General Zachary Taylor defeated some 15,000 Mexicans under General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna and inflicted about 1500 casualties. American losses totaled 746. By weakening Santa Anna's forces, Taylor helped the American campaign in the south, hastening the end of the was.
William was killed in this battle on February 23, 1847. In the Reynolds Family Bible he is listed as the eldest child.
William Pendleton Reynolds (b. Abt. 1822, d. February 23, 1847)
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