Remembering America's first Army chaplain KIA: John Rosbrugh
John Rosbrugh was America's first Army chaplain killed in action during the Revolutionary War. His contributions to the military and faith community are being remembered as Memorial Day approaches. Rosbrugh's legacy highlights the intersection of religion and military service in American history.
- ▪John Rosbrugh served as the first Army chaplain in the United States.
- ▪He was killed in action during the Revolutionary War.
- ▪Rosbrugh's role emphasized the importance of faith in military life.
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| Original publisher | Blaze Media |
| Canonical URL | https://www.theblaze.com/news/remembering-americas-first-army-chaplain-kia-john-rosbrugh |
| Publication time | Mon, 25 May 2026 10:30:00 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-25T10:42:36.619Z |
| Last seen | 2026-05-25T10:51:25.913Z |
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