Arno Voss
Arno Voss | |
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| Born | April 16, 1821 Rahden, Prussia |
| Died | March 23, 1888 (aged 66) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
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| Allegiance | United States (Union) |
| Service | U.S. Army (Union Army) |
| Years of service | 1861–1864 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | 12th Illinois Cavalry |
| Battles / wars | American Civil War |
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Arno Voss (April 16, 1821 – March 23, 1888) was a German American military commander, lawyer, and politician. After studying law in Ohio, Voss came to Chicago, Illinois to edit a newspaper. He later established a law practice there. In 1862, he was named colonel of the 12th Illinois Cavalry, leading the brigade until 1864. After the war, Voss re-opened his practice and served one term in the Illinois House of Representatives.