Joseph Winston

American soldier and politician

Joseph Winston - American soldier and politician
Born

1746
279 years ago

Died

April 21st, 1815
209 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a soldier in the American Revolutionary War, participating in battles such as the Siege of Savannah. After the war, held multiple political offices including Member of the U.S. House of Representatives. Contributed to local governance in North Carolina.

Participated in the Siege of Savannah

Served in the U.S. House of Representatives

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