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John Rodman

1775 – 1847

American mayor 1775-1847

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Lived 1775 – 1847 (aged 71–72). John Rodman was an American lawyer.

John Rodman (1775 – February 1847 in New Brunswick, New Jersey) was an American lawyer and politician from New York and Florida.

Life He married Harriet Fenno, daughter of John Fenno. Harriet Rodman died in 1808, and was buried in Trinity Churchyard. Their only child was Anna Eliza Rodman (ca. 1801–1881) who married Major General Harvey Brown.

During the War of 1812, he was a major of artillery.

In 1814, he published in New York his translation of the Commercial Code of France. He was New York County District Attorney from 1815 to 1817.

In May 1821, expecting the cessation of Florida by the Adams–Onís Treaty to take effect in July, Rodman was appointed by President James Monroe the first Collector of the Port of St. Augustine. Rodman was re-appointed several times, and remained in office until 1842. During his tenure as Collector, he also held other local offices (at times acting as Mayor), and practiced law in the local courts.

North Carolina Supreme Court Justice William B. Rodman was his nephew.

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Born
1775, United States
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Died
1847, New Brunswick
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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Rodman?

American mayor 1775-1847

When was John Rodman born?

John Rodman was born in 1775 in United States.

When did John Rodman die?

John Rodman died in 1847 in New Brunswick.

What was John Rodman's occupation?

John Rodman was a lawyer.

What nationality was John Rodman?

John Rodman was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Rodman

· Wikidata: Q6255368

· DBpedia: John Rodman

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