Georgetown in Sussex County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
General Alfred T.A. Torbert
Photographed By Nate Davidson, December 31, 2010
1. General Alfred T.A. Torbert Marker
Born in Georgetown on July 1, 1833, Torbert attended local schools prior to his appointment to the West Point Class of 1855. After the outbreak of the Civil War he rose rapidly in rank, serving as a regimental and brigade commander of New Jersey troops, then as Commander of the 1st Cavalry Division of the Army of the Potomac, and finally as Commander of Cavalry, Army of the Shenandoah. He was breveted as Major-General for his meritorious service. In 1869 Torbert was appointed by President Grant as Minister to San Salvador. He later served as Consul to Cuba and France. A shipwreck off the coast of Florida led to his death in 1880.Erected 1993 by Delaware State Archives. (Marker Number SC-96.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the Delaware Public Archives, and the Former U.S. Presidents: #18 Ulysses S. Grant series lists. A significant historical month for this entry is July 1902.
Location. 38° 41.263′ N, 75° 23.189′ W. Marker is in Georgetown, Delaware, in Sussex County
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Wesley M.E. Chapel Cemetery (within shouting distance of this marker); Votes for Women (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Judges (about 500 feet away); George Alfred Townsend Birthplace (about 600 feet away); Georgetown Fire Company (about 700 feet away); The Brick Hotel (about 700 feet away); Old Courthouse (about 700 feet away); Sussex County Courthouse (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Georgetown.
Additional keywords. Georgetown, Civil War
Photographed By Mike Stroud, October 18, 2011
2. General Alfred T.A. Torbert Marker, looking north along West Pine Street
Photographed By Mike Stroud, October 18, 2011
3. General Alfred T.A. Torbert Marker, looking south along West Pine Street
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on January 1, 2011, by Nathan Davidson of Salisbury, Maryland. This page has been viewed 739 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on January 1, 2011, by Nathan Davidson of Salisbury, Maryland. 2, 3. submitted on October 25, 2011, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
