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Benjamin Davis Wilson

Politician from the United States (1811-1878) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 66

Benjamin Davis Wilson, commonly known as Don Benito Wilson, was an American-Mexican politician, fur trapper, and ranchero of California. Born in Tennessee to parents from Virginia, Wilson eventually settled in Alta California when it was part of the Republic of Mexico, and acquired Rancho Jurupa.

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He became a naturalized Mexican citizen and married into a prominent Californio family.

Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1811 to 1878 · aged 66