John Simpson (Kentucky politician)
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John Simpson (died January 22, 1813)[2] was a United States Army officer, attorney, and politician. Simpson saw military action in both the Northwest Indian War and the War of 1812. He also served 4 terms in the Kentucky House of Representatives including 2 years as the House's Speaker. In 1812 he was elected to the United States House of Representatives but died before he could take office.
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John Simpson | |
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Member-elect of the U.S. House of Representatives from Kentucky's 8th district | |
Died before taking office | |
Preceded by | Constituency established |
Succeeded by | Stephen Ormsby |
Speaker of the Kentucky House of Representatives | |
In office December 3, 1810 – December 1812 | |
Preceded by | William Logan |
Succeeded by | Joseph H. Hawkins |
Personal details | |
Born | Virginia, British America |
Died | (1813-01-22)January 22, 1813 River Raisin, Michigan, U.S. |
Resting place | Frankfort Cemetery |
Political party | Democratic-Republican |
Height | 6 ft 7 in (201 cm)[1] |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | 1st Regiment of Riflemen |
Battles/wars | Northwest Indian War • Battle of Fallen Timbers War of 1812 • Battle of River Raisin |
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