Thomas J. Potter
Thomas J. Potter | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 16, 1840 Carroll County, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | March 9, 1888 (aged 47) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Resting place | Ottumwa Cemetery Ottumwa, Iowa, U.S. |
| Occupation | Railroad executive |
| Employer | Union Pacific Railroad |
| Spouse |
Urdillia Jane Wood (m. 1863) |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service | Union Army |
| Years of service | 1863–1866 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | 7th Iowa Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles / wars | American Civil War |
Thomas J. Potter (August 16, 1840 – March 9, 1888) was vice-president and general manager of the Union Pacific Railroad.