William B. Britton
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For others of a similar name, see William Britton (disambiguation).
William B. Britton (January 8, 1829 – December 19, 1910) was an American merchant and Republican politician. He served one term in the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing Rock County, and was a Union Army officer throughout the American Civil War.[1]
Quick Facts Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the Rock 2nd district, Preceded by ...
William B. Britton | |
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Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the Rock 2nd district | |
In office January 1, 1883 – January 5, 1885 | |
Preceded by | John Winans |
Succeeded by | Pliny Norcross |
Personal details | |
Born | (1829-01-08)January 8, 1829 Monmouth County, New Jersey, U.S. |
Died | December 19, 1910(1910-12-19) (aged 81) Janesville, Wisconsin, U.S. |
Resting place | Oak Hill Cemetery, Janesville, Wisconsin |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Elizabeth Combs (died 1912) |
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Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Army Union Army |
Years of service | 1861–1865 |
Rank | Colonel, USV |
Commands | 8th Reg. Wis. Vol. Infantry |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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