James Geddes
U.S. Congressperson
1763 – 1838
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Who was James Geddes?
James Geddes was born in Carlisle, Pennsylvania and was a prominent engineer, surveyor, New York State legislator and U.S. Congressman who was instrumental in the planning of the Erie Canal and other canals in the United States. He was also at the forefront of development of the salt industry at Onondaga Lake near Syracuse, New York beginning in 1794.
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- Born
- Jul 22, 1763
Carlisle - Profession
- Lived in
- Pennsylvania
- Died
- Aug 17, 1838
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on July 23, 2013
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