John Stark | |
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 "Live free or die: Death is not the worst of evils." | |
| Nickname(s) | The Hero of Bennington |
| Born | August 28, 1728 Londonderry, Province of New Hampshire |
| Died | May 8, 1822 (aged 93) Derryfield, New Hampshire, United States |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Service/ |  United States Army |
| Years of service | 1775-1783 |
| Rank |  Major General |
| Unit | Continental Army |
| Commands held | Northern Department New Hampshire Militia 1st New Hampshire Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Bennington |
