About John C. Knox
Lived 1817 – 1880 (aged 63). John C. Knox was an American lawyer and politician.
John Colvin (or Colton) Knox (February 18, 1817 – August 26, 1880) was a Pennsylvania lawyer and judge. He served as an associate justice of the state Supreme Court and a term as state Attorney General.
Biography and career Knox was born the son of William Knox and Sally Colvin.
After the war, Knox went into private practice in Philadelphia. He came down with "paralysis of the brain" and had to retire, and lived helplessly until his death.
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Who was John C. Knox?
Pennsylvania judge
When was John C. Knox born?
John C. Knox was born on 18 February 1817 in Knoxville.
When did John C. Knox die?
John C. Knox died on 26 August 1880 in Wellsboro.
What was John C. Knox's occupation?
John C. Knox was a lawyer and politician.
What nationality was John C. Knox?
John C. Knox was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John C. Knox (Pennsylvania judge)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John C. Knox. https://biography.guide/john-c-knox-lawyer/
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