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General Thomas Gage (10 March 1718/19 – 2 April 1787) was a British Army general officer and colonial official best known for his many years of service in North America, including his role as British commander-in-chief in the early days of the American Revolution .
Thomas Gage, British general who successfully commanded the vast British military machine in North America for more than 10 years (1763–74). He failed to stem the tide of rebellion as military governor of Massachusetts (1774–75) at the outbreak of the American Revolution; he was replaced by Sir William Howe.
Apr 21, 2024 · Thomas Gage was a British officer who served as commander-in-chief of British forces in North America and as the Governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony in the early days of the American Revolution.
Feb 14, 2020 · Thomas Gage was a British General known for his service in the French and Indian War and the Revolutionary War. Find out more facts & information.
Thomas Gage. Title Commander-in-Chief, North America; Lieutenant General. War & Affiliation Revolutionary War / British. Date of Birth - Death c. 1718 - April 2, 1787. Thomas Gage was born March 10, 1718 or 1719 in Firle, Sussex, England.
Jun 13, 2019 · Thomas Gage (March 10, 1718 or 1719–April 2, 1787) was a British Army general who commanded troops during the beginning of the American Revolution. Prior to this, he served as the colonial governor of Massachusetts Bay.
In 1755, while struggling to save British forces during the French and Indian War, George Washington and Thomas Gage seemed destined to become long-lasting friends.
