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Samuel Goode

1756 – 1822

American politician

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About Samuel Goode

Lived 1756 – 1822 (aged 66). Samuel Goode was an American politician and lawyer.

Samuel Goode (March 21, 1756 – November 14, 1822) was a United States representative from Virginia. Born in "Whitby" in Chesterfield County in the Colony of Virginia, he completed preparatory studies, studied law, was admitted to the bar and practiced. During the American Revolutionary War he served as a lieutenant in the Chesterfield Troop of Horse and later as a colonel of militia. He was a member of the Virginia House of Delegates from 1778 to 1785, and was elected as a Democratic-Republican to the Sixth Congress, serving from March 4, 1799, to March 3, 1801. After leaving Congress, Goode returned to law, along with managing his land.

His son was Dr. Thomas Goode, who was later the owner and operator of the Homestead spa.

He died in Invermay, Mecklenburg County; interment was on his estate near Invermay.

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United States representative, Member of the United States House of Representatives from Virginia, Member of the Virginia House of Delegates

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Samuel Goode?

American politician (1756-1822)

When was Samuel Goode born?

Samuel Goode was born on 21 March 1756 in Chesterfield County.

When did Samuel Goode die?

Samuel Goode died on 14 November 1822.

What was Samuel Goode's occupation?

Samuel Goode was a politician and lawyer.

What nationality was Samuel Goode?

Samuel Goode was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Samuel Goode

· Wikidata: Q2218312

· DBpedia: Samuel Goode (American politician)

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