John Avery (politician)
John Avery | |
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From 1896's An Illustrated Congressional Manual. | |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Michigan's 11th district | |
| In office March 4, 1893 – March 3, 1897 | |
| Preceded by | Samuel M. Stephenson |
| Succeeded by | William S. Mesick |
| Member of the Michigan Board of Health | |
| In office 1880–1893 | |
| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives | |
| In office 1869–1870 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 29, 1824 Watertown, New York, US |
| Died | January 21, 1914 (aged 89) Greenville, Michigan, US |
| Resting place | Forest Home Cemetery Greenville, Michigan |
| Alma mater | Cleveland Medical College |
| Profession | Physician |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States (Union) |
| Branch/service | Union Army |
| Years of service | 1862-1865 |
| Rank | Major (Surgeon) |
| Unit | 21st Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | March to the Sea Carolinas Campaign |
John Avery (February 29, 1824 – January 21, 1914) was a physician and politician from the U.S. state of Michigan. He served two terms in the United States House of Representatives from 1893 to 1897.