Henry Bouquet
Swiss mercenary in British service, linked to smallpox blanket incident.
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Henry Bouquet was a Swiss mercenary who served in the British Army during the French and Indian War and Pontiac's War. He is best known for his victory at the Battle of Bushy Run, which lifted the siege of Fort Pitt. Bouquet also gained lasting infamy for his involvement in an exchange of letters suggesting the use of smallpox-infected blankets against Native Americans.
Did You Know?
- Bouquet is referred to in Conrad Richter's 1953 novel The Light in the Forest.
- He is also referred to in Paul Muldoon's poem 'Meeting the British'.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where was Henry Bouquet born?
Henry Bouquet was born in 1719 in Rolle, Switzerland.
When did Henry Bouquet die?
Henry Bouquet died on 2 September 1765 in Pensacola, West Florida, British America.
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