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John Bear Doane Cogswell

1829 – 1889

Politician in Massachusetts, US

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About John Bear Doane Cogswell

Lived 1829 – 1889 (aged 60). John Bear Doane Cogswell was an American lawyer and politician.

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Important facts

Born
6 June 1829, Yarmouth
Birth century
19th century
Died
11 June 1889, Haverhill, Massachusetts
Occupation
Lawyer, politician
Nationality
United States
Education
Dartmouth College, Harvard Law School, Phillips Academy
Positions held
Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives, Member of the State Senate of Massachusetts
Also known as
John B. D. Cogswell, John Cogswell, J. B. D. Cogswell

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Bear Doane Cogswell?

politician in Massachusetts, US (1829-1889)

When was John Bear Doane Cogswell born?

John Bear Doane Cogswell was born on 6 June 1829 in Yarmouth.

When did John Bear Doane Cogswell die?

John Bear Doane Cogswell died on 11 June 1889 in Haverhill, Massachusetts.

What was John Bear Doane Cogswell's occupation?

John Bear Doane Cogswell was a lawyer and politician.

What nationality was John Bear Doane Cogswell?

John Bear Doane Cogswell was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Bear Doane Cogswell

· Wikidata: Q16857208

· DBpedia: John B. D. Cogswell

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