Anthony Wayne (1745-1796), better known by his nickname 'Mad Anthony', was a brigadier general of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783). After the war, he briefly served in Congress before resuming his military career, winning a victory over a coalition of Native American nations at the Battle of Fallen Timbers.
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1 Jan 1745 - 15 Dec 1796Life of 'Mad' Anthony Wayne, a general of the Continental Army in the American Revolution.