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Francis Preston

American politician (1765-1836) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 70

Francis Preston was an American lawyer and politician from Abingdon, Virginia. He was the son of Col. William Preston of Virginia, served in both houses of the state legislature, and represented Virginia in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1793 to 1797.

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Preston had a house built in Abingdon, now called the Martha Washington Inn. In 1795, while residing at Saltville, he constructed the Preston House.

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Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1765 to 1836 · aged 70