John Newton
United States Army general and engineer
About John Newton
Lived 1823 – 1895 (aged 71). John Newton was an American military officer, soldier, panama Railroad Company and president of the United States.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Newton?
United States Army general and engineer (1823–1895)
When was John Newton born?
John Newton was born on 24 August 1823.
When did John Newton die?
John Newton died on 1 May 1895 in New York City.
What was John Newton's occupation?
John Newton was a military officer, soldier, panama Railroad Company and president of the United States.
What nationality was John Newton?
John Newton was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Newton (engineer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Newton. https://biography.guide/john-newton-military-officer/
MLA: "John Newton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-newton-military-officer/.
Chicago: "John Newton." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-newton-military-officer/.
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