John Campbell (US Treasurer)
| John Campbell | |
|---|---|
| 5th Treasurer of the United States | |
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In office May 26, 1829 – July 20, 1839 | |
| President |
Andrew Jackson Martin Van Buren |
| Preceded by | William Clark |
| Succeeded by | William Selden |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1789 |
| Died | 1866 (c. aged 77) |
| Political party | Democratic |
John Campbell (c. 1789 – c. 1866) was the fifth Treasurer of the United States, serving under both Presidents Andrew Jackson and Martin Van Buren. He was in office from May 26, 1829 to July 20, 1839. Campbell has the distinction of being the first Treasurer to be born a citizen of the United States.
External links
- Phil Norfleet, "Will of John Campbell (ca. 1789-1866)," Southwest Virginia Campbells.
- List of U.S. Treasurers, Department of the Treasury.
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by William Clark |
Treasurer of the United States 1829–1839 |
Succeeded by William Selden |
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