Robert Rogers (soldier)

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Robert Rogers (1731-1795) commanded Roger's Rangers during the French and Indian War. He operated in was is now New England and South Eastern Canada and developed the basis of modern special forces tactics. The U.S. Army Rangers claim him as their founder and "Rogers' Rules of Ranging" are still quoted. Following the war, Rogers tried to make a life for himself as a British gentleman, and failed. After fighting briefly for the British army during the American Revolution he moved to England where he died deep in debt.

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