Edward Colman (American politician)


Edward Colman was an American military officer and politician.

Biography

Colman was born on July 28, 1828 in Rochester, New York. He moved to Empire, Wisconsin in 1852. On September 4, 1898, he died in Sheboygan, Wisconsin while attending services at Grace Episcopal Church.

Military career

During the American Civil War, Colman was first assigned to the 18th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment of the Union Army. At one point, he was thought to be dead after being shot in the head during the Battle of Shiloh. He would recover and take part in the Battle of Jackson, Mississippi. After being additionally wounded during the Battle of Champion Hill, Colman was transferred to the Veteran Reserve Corps. Following the war's conclusion, he became Colonel of the 49th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment.

Political career

Colman was a member of the Wisconsin State Senate in 1882 and 1883. Other positions he held include Sheriff of Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin from 1878 to 1879. He was a Republican.