William H. Dakin

William Henry Dakin (August 8, 1816 – August 20, 1892) was an American farmer, politician, and Wisconsin pioneer. He served in the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing Green Lake County during the 1875 session. He was the first settler in the town of Brooklyn, Green Lake County, Wisconsin.

Biography William H. Dakin was born in Dutchess County, New York, in August 1816. He attended public and private schools and finished his education at the Poughkeepsie Academy. When he was 17 years old, he went to live with his brother-in-law, and then sailed to South America, visiting several countries. He returned to New York and resided there until 1843, when he left for the Wisconsin Territory. He was not a candidate for re-election in 1875.

Electoral history Wisconsin Assembly (1874)