About Joseph Johnson
Lived 1776 – 1862 (aged 86). Joseph Johnson was an American politician and meteorological observer.
Joseph Johnson (1776–1862) was the twenty-seventh mayor of Charleston, South Carolina, serving two terms from 1825 to 1827. He was re-elected to his second term on September 4, 1826. He also was the president of the Branch Bank of the United States from 1818 until its close and authored a work titled "Traditions of South Carolina." Johnson died on October 6, 1862, in Pineville, South Carolina. In his youth he operated the leading drug store in Charleston.
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Who was Joseph Johnson?
American politician
When was Joseph Johnson born?
Joseph Johnson was born on 15 June 1776 in Mount Pleasant.
When did Joseph Johnson die?
Joseph Johnson died on 6 October 1862.
What was Joseph Johnson's occupation?
Joseph Johnson was a politician and meteorological observer.
What nationality was Joseph Johnson?
Joseph Johnson was American.
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· DBpedia: Joseph Johnson (South Carolina mayor)
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