John Strachan (politician) explained

John Strachan was an American politician. He was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.

Biography

Strachan was born on June 13, 1834, in Aberdeen, Scotland.[1] He graduated from what is now the University of Aberdeen. Later, he was a member of the United States Army during the Coeur d'Alene War.

Political career

Strachan was a member of the Assembly during the 1872 session.[2] Previously, he was an unsuccessful candidate for the United States House of Representatives from Wisconsin's 3rd congressional district, losing to J. Allen Barber. Strachan was a Democrat.

Notes and References

  1. Book: THE LEGISLATIVE MANUAL OF THE STATE OF WISCONSIN. 11th. Madison, Wis.. 1872. 449.
  2. Book: Lawrence S. Barish. 2007. State of Wisconsin Blue Book 2007 - 2008. 178.