About Thomas Barbour
Lived 1735 – 1825 (aged 89–90). Thomas Barbour was a British and American politician and landowner.
Thomas Barbour (1735 – May 16, 1825) was a prominent landowner and member of the Virginia House of Burgesses.
Thomas Barbour was born in 1735 in Orange County, Colony of Virginia, the son of James Barbour (1707-1775). He was a Whig. Thomas died at his son James Barbour's plantation, Barboursville on May 16, 1825.
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Who was Thomas Barbour?
American politician
When was Thomas Barbour born?
Thomas Barbour was born in 1735 in Orange County.
When did Thomas Barbour die?
Thomas Barbour died on 16 May 1825 in Barboursville.
What was Thomas Barbour's occupation?
Thomas Barbour was a politician and landowner.
What nationality was Thomas Barbour?
Thomas Barbour was British and American.
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· DBpedia: Thomas Barbour (Virginia politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Thomas Barbour. https://biography.guide/thomas-barbour-politician/
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