Joseph Edson
U.S. Marshal for Vermont / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Joseph Edson (March 3, 1782 – March 7, 1832) was a farmer, military leader, and government official in Vermont. Among the offices in which he served were United States Marshal for the District of Vermont (1823-1829), Sheriff of Orange County (1812-1813, 1815–1822), and commander of the Vermont Militia's 4th Division with the rank of major general in 1822.
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Joseph Edson | |
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United States Marshal for the District of Vermont | |
In office March 13, 1823 – June 6, 1829 | |
Preceded by | Heman Allen |
Succeeded by | Heman Lowry |
Sheriff of Orange County, Vermont | |
In office 1815–1822 | |
Preceded by | Harry Hale |
Succeeded by | Abel Carter |
In office 1812–1813 | |
Preceded by | Daniel Peaslee |
Succeeded by | Harry Hale |
Personal details | |
Born | (1782-03-03)March 3, 1782 Randolph, Vermont, U.S. |
Died | March 7, 1832(1832-03-07) (aged 50) Randolph, Vermont, U.S. |
Resting place | Randolph Center Cemetery, Randolph, Vermont |
Political party | Democratic-Republican |
Spouse | Sarah Throop (m. 1802-1832, his death) |
Children | 5 |
Occupation | Farmer |
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