Francis L. Dade
Francis Dade | |
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Engraving of the death of Francis Dade (on horseback) | |
| Born | February 22, 1792 King George County, Virginia, United States |
| Died | December 28, 1835 (aged 43) Sumter County, Florida, United States |
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| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1813 – 1835 |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | 4th Infantry Regiment |
| Commands | Key West Army Base |
| Battles / wars | |
| Spouse(s) | Amanda Middleton |
Francis Langhorne Dade (February 22, 1792 – December 28, 1835) was a United States Army officer who served in the War of 1812 and the Seminole Wars. Dade was killed in a battle with Seminole Indians that came to be known as the "Dade Massacre".