William Eustis
American physician and 12th Governor
Born
Died
1825
201 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a physician before entering politics. Held the office of the 12th Governor of Massachusetts from 1823 to 1825. Contributed to the establishment of medical practices in the early United States. Also served as a Federalist Congressman during the early 19th century.
Served as the 12th Governor of Massachusetts
Held a position as a U.S. Congressman
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