what state’s capital is named for an american revolutionary war hero?

Alabama's capital, Montgomery, is named for an American Revolutionary War hero.
Richard Montgomery, a Continental Army general, led the Invasion of Canada and died in the 1775 Battle of Quebec.

Hero's Background

Richard Montgomery was an Irish-born officer who joined the Patriot cause.
He commanded forces against British holdings in Quebec but was killed early in the campaign, becoming a martyr for independence.
His bravery inspired widespread tributes across the U.S., including naval ships and towns.

Naming Story

Montgomery, Alabama, was founded in 1819 and named for the general around 44 years after his death.
New England settlers likely influenced the choice, coinciding with New York's repatriation of his remains from Quebec.
The city merged two earlier settlements and grew as Alabama's capital by 1847.

Other Examples

• Nashville, Tennessee : Honors Revolutionary War General Francis Nash, wounded at Germantown.

• Jackson, Mississippi : Named for Andrew Jackson, famous from the War of 1812 (post-Revolution).

Capital| State| Honored Figure| War Role
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Montgomery| Alabama| Richard Montgomery| Continental general, Quebec 1775 17
Nashville| Tennessee| Francis Nash| General at Germantown 7

TL;DR: Alabama (Montgomery) for Revolutionary hero Richard Montgomery.

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