Bennett C. Riley

Soldier, Politician

1787 – 1853

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Who was Bennett C. Riley?

Bennet C. Riley was the seventh and last military governor of the territory of California before it became a U.S. state. He also served as a general in the United States Army during the Mexican-American War.

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Born
Nov 27, 1787
St. Mary's County
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Died
Jun 6, 1853
Buffalo

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on July 23, 2013

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