John Franklin Miller (California politician)
American politician (1831–1886) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
John Franklin Miller (November 21, 1831 – March 8, 1886) was a lawyer, businessman, and general in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He represented California in the United States Senate from 1881 until his death. He was a proponent of several bills against Chinese immigrants.
Quick Facts United States Senator from California, Preceded by ...
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United States Senator from California | |
In office March 4, 1881 – March 8, 1886 | |
Preceded by | Newton Booth |
Succeeded by | George Hearst |
Member of the Indiana Senate | |
In office 1861 | |
Succeeded by | John Reynolds |
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Born | (1831-11-21)November 21, 1831 South Bend, Indiana, U.S. |
Died | March 8, 1886(1886-03-08) (aged 54) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Resting place | Arlington National Cemetery Arlington, Virginia, U.S. |
Nationality | American |
Political party | Republican |
Relations | John Franklin Miller (nephew) |
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Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America Union |
Branch/service | United States Army Union Army |
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Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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