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DeWitt Clinton

American politician (1769-1828) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 58

DeWitt Clinton was an American politician and naturalist. He served as a United States senator, as the mayor of New York City, and as the sixth governor of New York. In the last capacity, he was largely responsible for the construction of the Erie Canal.

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Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences

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Clinton was a major candidate for the American presidency in the election of 1812, challenging incumbent James Madison.

Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1769 to 1828 · aged 58