John Letcher

U.S. Congressperson

1813 – 1884

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Who was John Letcher?

John Letcher was an American lawyer, journalist, and politician. He served as a Representative in the United States Congress, was the 34th Governor of Virginia during the American Civil War, and later served in the Virginia General Assembly. He was also active on the Board of Visitors of Virginia Military Institute.

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Born
Mar 29, 1813
Lexington city
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Education
  • Washington and Lee University
Lived in
  • Virginia
Died
Jan 26, 1884
Virginia

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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