Israel Putnam Quotes
Men, you are all marksmen - don’t one of you fire until you see the white of their eyes.
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| Birth: | 7th January, 1718 |
| Death: | 29th May, 1790 |
| Nationality: | American |
| Profession: | Army Officer |
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Israel Putnam was an American army general and Freemason, popularly known as "Old Put," who fought with distinction at the Battle of Bunker Hill during the American Revolutionary War. His reckless courage and fighting spirit were known far beyond Connecticut's borders through the circulation of folk legends celebrating his exploits.
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