Peter Rawson Taft
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Peter Rawson Taft (April 14, 1785 – January 1, 1867) was an American lawyer, judge, and legislator. His son Alphonso Taft served as the U.S. Secretary of War (1876), and U.S. Attorney General (1876–1877). Alphonso was the father and Peter was the grandfather of President William Howard Taft.
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Peter Rawson Taft | |
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Born | (1785-04-14)April 14, 1785 |
Died | January 1, 1867(1867-01-01) (aged 81) |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Politician |
Known for | William Howard Taft's grandfather |
Spouse | Sylvia Howard |
Children | Alphonso Taft |
Parent(s) | Aaron Taft Rhoda Rawson |
Relatives | Peter Taft (grandfather) See Taft family |
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