Schuyler

Schuyler. PHILIP JOHN (1733-1804), American soldier, was of Dutch descent and born at Albany, New York. Entering the army, he received a command in 1755, resigned it in 1757, and rejoined in 1758. Though he did not see much active service, his sagacity was most valuable to Washington, under whom he served. He became a member of Congress in 1778, and a senator in 1780.