About Peter Winston
Lived 1836 – 1920 (aged 83). Peter Winston was an American politician.
Peter Winston (June 5, 1836 – January 30, 1920) was an American physician and Democratic politician who represented Prince Edward County in the Virginia House of Delegates from 1914 until shortly before his death in 1920.
He previously served in the Confederate Army during the Civil War and as mayor of Farmville, Virginia.
Peter Winston's great-grandfather, Peter Winston, was a first cousin of Patrick Henry and a grandson of Rev. Peter Fontaine.
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Who was Peter Winston?
American physician and Democratic politician
When was Peter Winston born?
Peter Winston was born on 5 June 1836 in Richmond.
When did Peter Winston die?
Peter Winston died on 30 January 1920 in Farmville.
What was Peter Winston's occupation?
Peter Winston was a politician.
What nationality was Peter Winston?
Peter Winston was American.
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· DBpedia: Peter Winston (politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Peter Winston. https://biography.guide/peter-winston/
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