John T. Bergen
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John Teunis Bergen (1786 – March 9, 1855) was an American slave owner,[1] law enforcement officer, newspaperman, and politician who served one term as a United States representative from New York from 1831 to 1833.
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John Teunis Bergen | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 2nd district | |
In office March 4, 1831 – March 3, 1833 | |
Preceded by | Jacob Crocheron |
Succeeded by | Isaac B. Van Houten |
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Born | 1786 (1786) Brooklyn, New York, US |
Died | March 9, 1855(1855-03-09) (aged 68–69) Batavia, New York, US |
Political party | Jacksonian |
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Children | 14 |
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Military service | |
Branch/service | New York State Militia |
Rank | lieutenant captain |
Battles/wars | War of 1812 |
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