About John Thomas
Lived 1792 – 1866 (aged 74). John Thomas was an American politician.
John Thomas (January 27, 1792 – March 4, 1866) was an American politician and lawyer. He served in the New York State Legislature.
Early life John Thomas was born on January 27, 1792, in Woodbridge, Connecticut, to John Thomas. He graduated from Yale University in 1811. He then studied law in New Haven, Connecticut.
Career Thomas practiced law in New Haven for several years. In 1824, he moved to Cortlandville, New York, where he continued to practice law.
In 1860, Thomas moved to Galesburg, Illinois, to live with his son. He died on March 4, 1866, at the home of his son in Galesburg.
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Who was John Thomas?
American politician from New York (1792-1866)
When was John Thomas born?
John Thomas was born on 27 January 1792.
When did John Thomas die?
John Thomas died on 5 March 1866.
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John Thomas was a politician.
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John Thomas was American.
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· DBpedia: John Thomas (New York politician)
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