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John V. L. Pruyn

American politician (1811-1877) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 66

John Van Schaick Lansing Pruyn was an American lawyer, businessman and politician from Albany, New York. His business ventures included banking and railroads, often in partnership with longtime friend Erastus Corning, who was the uncle of Pruyn's first wife.

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1877Died21 November 18771852Doctor of Law (honorary)Award1845Master of ArtsAward1835Master of ArtsAward1811Born22 June 1811

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Doctor of Law (honorary), University of Rochester1852
Master of Arts, Union College1845
Master of Arts, Rutgers University1835

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Pruyn served in state and federal legislative offices, and was most notable for his terms as a United States representative from New York during the latter half of the American Civil War and the early days of Reconstruction.

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Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1811 to 1877 · aged 66