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John Eager Howard (June 4, 1752 – October 12, 1827) was an American soldier and politician from Maryland. He was elected as governor of the state in 1788, and served three one-year terms. He also was elected to the Continental Congress, the Congress of the Confederation, the United States Senate, and the Maryland Senate. [1]
14 de abr. de 2015 · John Eager Howard was a great Army officer and leader. Born on June 4, 1752 to a wealthy Maryland planter and his wife, he was well educated and became a Captain in the 2nd Maryland Brigade of the Flying Camp (which was a mobile, strategic reserve unit) in July 1776.
22 de mai. de 2024 · John Eager Howard was awarded his medal for his ferocity at the Battle of the Cowpens (see also Daniel Morgan’s and William Washington’s medals). Though not his only moment of military fame, his unrelenting spirit, seven sword wounds, and generosity to those who surrendered to him at the Battle marked him a truly remarkable officer.
Howard (1752-1827) rose to the rank of colonel in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. He served as the 5th Governor of Maryland (1788-1791) and was a United States Senator from Maryland (1796-1803). Howard County as well as Howard and Eager Streets in Baltimore are named after him.
John Eager Howard was awarded his medal for his ferocity at the Battle of the Cowpens (see also Daniel Morgan’s and William Washington’s medals). Though not his only moment of military fame, his unrelenting spirit, seven sword wounds, and generosity to those who surrendered to him at the Battle marked him a truly remarkable officer.
The John Eager Howard Papers is comprised of thirteen smaller collections of various original manuscripts and papers totaling forty-five boxes. The collection spans over three centuries, beginning during the mid-late 17th century with items from the Howard family and letters from John Eager Howard.
JOHN EAGER HOWARD was born at “Belvedere” in Baltimore County, Maryland on June 4, 1752. His education was attained through private tutors. During the Revolutionary War, he joined the Continental Army, serving as captain of the 2 nd Maryland Battalion, Flying Camp.
