John Sullivan (general)
18th-century general, politician and judge from New Hampshire, US (1740-1795)
John Sullivan (February 17, 1740 – January 23, 1795) was an American General in the Revolutionary War. He was a delegate in the Continental Congress. He was the third governor of New Hampshire. He was also a United States District judge.
John Sullivan | |
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Judge of the United States District Court for the District of New Hampshire | |
In office September 26, 1789 – January 23, 1795 | |
Appointed by | George Washington |
Preceded by | Seat established by 1 Stat. 73 |
Succeeded by | John Pickering |
3rd Governor of New Hampshire | |
In office January 22, 1789 – June 5, 1790 | |
Preceded by | John Langdon |
Succeeded by | Josiah Bartlett |
In office June 7, 1786 – June 4, 1788 | |
Preceded by | John Langdon |
Succeeded by | John Langdon |
Personal details | |
Born | John Sullivan February 17, 1740 Somersworth, Province of New Hampshire, British America |
Died | January 23, 1795 Durham, New Hampshire | (aged 54)
Resting place | Durham, New Hampshire |
Political party | Federalist |
Children | George Sullivan |
Relatives | James Sullivan |
Education | read law |
Signature | |
Military service | |
Branch/service | Continental Army |
Years of service | 1775-1779 |
Rank | Major general |
Battles/wars |
He led the Sullivan Expedition in 1779. In it, he attacked and destroyed many Iroquois towns.