About George Hunt
Lived 1841 – 1901 (aged 59). George Hunt was an American politician.
George Hunt (May 1, 1841 – March 17, 1901) was an American politician and lawyer.
Life Born in Knox County, Ohio, Hunt moved with his sister and her husband to Edgar County, Illinois. Hunt worked on the farm and went to school at Edgar Academy in Paris, Illinois and Waveland Academy in Indiana. Hunt taught school.
During the American Civil War, Hunt served in the 12th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment. He then was superintendent of schools and studied law. In 1867, Hunt was admitted to the Illinois bar and opened a law office in Paris, Illinois. Hunt served as master in chancery for the Illinois circuit court. From 1878 to 1894, Hunt served in the Illinois State Senate. He was buried at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Springfield.
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Who was George Hunt?
American politician and lawyer (1841–1901)
When was George Hunt born?
George Hunt was born on 1 May 1841 in Knox County.
When did George Hunt die?
George Hunt died on 17 March 1901 in Riverside.
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George Hunt was a politician.
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George Hunt was American.
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· DBpedia: George Hunt (attorney)
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