J. Meredith Read
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This article is about the American diplomat and author. For the American politician and jurist, see John M. Read.
John Meredith Read Jr. (February 21, 1837 – December 27, 1896) was a United States diplomat and author.
Quick Facts U.S. Minister to Greece, Preceded by ...
J. Meredith Read | |
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U.S. Minister to Greece | |
In office 1873–1879 | |
Preceded by | John M. Francis |
Succeeded by | Eugene Schuyler |
Adjutant General of New York | |
In office 1861–1861 | |
Preceded by | Frederick Townsend |
Succeeded by | Thomas Hillhouse, |
Personal details | |
Born | John Meredith Read Jr. (1837-02-21)February 21, 1837 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | December 27, 1896(1896-12-27) (aged 59) Paris, France |
Political party | Republican |
Relations | John Read (grandfather) |
Parent(s) | John M. Read Priscilla Marshall Read |
Alma mater | Brown University Albany Law School |
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