James Allan Jr. Explained

Office:Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly
Termstart:1879
Termend:1879
Birth Date:18 January 1845
Birth Place:Brooklyn, New York
Death Place:Vienna, Virginia

James Allan Jr. (January 18, 1845 - September 1, 1932)[1] was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.[2]

Biography

Allan was born on January 18, 1845, in Brooklyn, New York. During the American Civil War, he served with the 27th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment of the Union Army, achieving the rank of sergeant. Events he took part in include the Siege of Vicksburg, the Battle of Jenkins' Ferry, and the Battle of Spanish Fort. He died in Vienna, Virginia, on September 1, 1932, and was interred in Arlington National Cemetery.

Political career

Allan was a member of the Assembly in 1879. Other positions he held include Postmaster of Adell, Wisconsin, and justice of the peace. He was a Republican.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Sgt James Allan (1845-1932) - Find A Grave.... 2020-12-02. www.findagrave.com. en.
  2. Book: The Blue Book of the State of Wisconsin. 18th. Madison, Wis.. David Atwood. 1879. 505.