Richard H. Anderson, American general (died 1879)

Richard Heron Anderson was a career U.S. Army officer, fighting with distinction in the Mexican–American War. He also served as a Confederate general during the American Civil War, fighting in the Eastern Theater of the conflict and most notably during the 1864 Battle of Spotsylvania Court House. Anderson was also noted for his humility.

October 7 is the 280th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 85 days remain until the end of the year.