John H. Knight (politician)
American Union Army officer, 1st Mayor of Ashland, Wisconsin / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For others of the same name, see John Knight.
John Henry Knight (February 3, 1836 – August 22, 1903) was an American military officer, lawyer, and politician. He was a Union Army officer through the American Civil War. After the war, he was the first Mayor of Ashland, Wisconsin, and was one of the leading developers of the area.
Quick Facts 1st Mayor of Ashland, Wisconsin, Preceded by ...
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1st Mayor of Ashland, Wisconsin | |
In office April 1887 – January 1889 | |
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Born | John Henry Knight (1836-02-03)February 3, 1836 Kent County, Delaware, US |
Died | August 22, 1903(1903-08-22) (aged 67) Watertown, Wisconsin, US |
Resting place | Forest Hill Cemetery Madison, Wisconsin |
Political party | Democratic |
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Alma mater | Albany Law School |
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Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army Union Army |
Years of service | 1861–1870 |
Rank | Lt. Colonel |
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Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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