John A. Treutlen
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John Adam Treutlen, born Hans Adam Treuettlen (January 16, 1734 – March 1, 1782) was a politician and businessman who served as the first elected governor of Georgia,[lower-alpha 1] from 1777 to 1778. He was a leader in Georgia during the American Revolution and helped write Georgia's first constitution. He arrived in Colonial America as an indentured servant and rose to become a wealthy merchant and landowner. He became a member of the Georgia House of Representatives, serving in 1782 until his assassination.
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Quick Facts 9th Governor of Georgia, Preceded by ...
John Adam Treutlen | |
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9th Governor of Georgia | |
In office May 8, 1777 – January 10, 1778 | |
Preceded by | Button Gwinnett |
Succeeded by | John Houstoun |
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Born | Hans Adam Treuettlen (1734-01-16)January 16, 1734 Kürnbach, Duchy of Württemberg (now Germany) |
Died | March 1, 1782(1782-03-01) (aged 48) |
Spouse | Marguerite Dupuis |
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