Benjamin Knight (politician)
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Benjamin A. Knight (October 16, 1836 – June 2, 1905) served in the California State Senate for the 6th district from 1883 to 1887.[1] During the American Civil War, he joined Company I, 1st Massachusetts Cavalry Regiment of the Union Army, and served twenty-one months, where he became a corporal.[2][3]
Quick Facts Member of the California Senate from the 6th district, Succeeded by ...
Benjamin Knight | |
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Member of the California Senate from the 6th district | |
In office January 8, 1883 – January 3, 1887 | |
Succeeded by | Archibald Yell |
Personal details | |
Born | (1836-10-16)October 16, 1836 Mansfield, Connecticut, U.S. |
Died | June 2, 1905(1905-06-02) (aged 68) |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Lydia A. Killey |
Children | 3 |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Rank | Corporal |
Unit | 1st Massachusetts Cavalry Regiment |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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