1791–1812) was a native of New Jersey, and was lieutenant and adjutant of "Rhea’s levies" in 1791.
He had previously served under General Anthony Wayne and held command at Fort Industry.
Initially described as a strong commander, Rhea ensured the completion of much needed repairs to the fort, the passage of a sanitation program, and good progress on land clearance.
It was speculated that these painful, reoccurring episodes in tandem with the resulting sleep deprivation, was the impetus behind Rhea's eventual 'fondness for whiskey' and later demise as a commander.
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