John Mathews (American pioneer)
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John Mathews (died 1757) was an early American pioneer in Augusta County, Virginia, where he served as an officer in the county militia, a vestryman for Augusta Parish, and a justice of the peace. He was the progenitor of the Mathews political family from Virginia and the American South. His sons included George Mathews (1739–1812) and Sampson Mathews (c. 1737–1807). Other descendants include Henry M. Mathews (1834–1884) and Mason Mathews Patrick (1863–1942).
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Died | 1757 Augusta County, Virginia |
Nationality | British-American |
Spouse | Ann Archer |
Children | Eleven, including:
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Relatives | Mathews family |
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Branch/service | Virginia provincial militia |
Rank | Captain |
Battles/wars | French and Indian War • Braddock expedition |
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