David Whitney Curtis
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David Whitney Curtis (November 14, 1833 – April 18, 1897) was an American farmer, businessman, and Wisconsin pioneer. He served one term in the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing southern Jefferson County. He also served as a Union Army officer during the American Civil War.
Quick Facts Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the Jefferson 3rd district, Preceded by ...
David W. Curtis | |
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Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the Jefferson 3rd district | |
In office January 3, 1876 – January 1, 1877 | |
Preceded by | James W. Ostrander |
Succeeded by | Adolf Scheuber |
Personal details | |
Born | (1833-11-04)November 4, 1833 Chelsea, Vermont, U.S. |
Died | April 18, 1897(1897-04-18) (aged 63) Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, U.S. |
Resting place | Evergreen Cemetery, Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse |
Jane A. Howard (m. 1860–1897) |
Children |
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Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Volunteers Union Army |
Years of service | 1862–1865 |
Rank | Captain, USV |
Unit | 29th Reg. Wis. Vol. Infantry |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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