Waightstill Avery
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Waightstill Avery (10 May 1741 ā 15 March 1821) was an early American lawyer and officer in the North Carolina militia during the American Revolution. He is noted for fighting a duel with future U.S. president Andrew Jackson in 1788.
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Born | (1741-05-10)May 10, 1741 Groton, Connecticut |
Died | March 15, 1821(1821-03-15) (aged 79) Morganton, North Carolina |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | North Carolina militia |
Years of service | 1779-1781 |
Rank | Colonel |
Unit | Burke County Regiment |
Commands held | Jones County Regiment |
Spouse(s) | Leah Probart Francks |
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