Philemon Dickinson
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Not to be confused with Philemon Dickerson.
Philemon Dickinson (April 5, 1739 – February 4, 1809) was an American lawyer and politician from Trenton, New Jersey. As a brigadier general of the New Jersey militia, he was one of the most effective militia officers of the American Revolutionary War. He was also a Continental Congressman from Delaware and a United States Senator from New Jersey.
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Quick Facts United States Senator from New Jersey, Preceded by ...
Philemon Dickinson | |
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United States Senator from New Jersey | |
In office November 23, 1790 – March 3, 1793 | |
Preceded by | William Paterson |
Succeeded by | Frederick Frelinghuysen |
Personal details | |
Born | (1739-04-05)April 5, 1739 Trappe, Province of Maryland |
Died | February 4, 1809(1809-02-04) (aged 69) Trenton, New Jersey |
Political party | Pro-Administration |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | Continental Army |
Battles/wars | American Revolutionary War |
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