Thomas Starr King
American minister (1824-1864) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 39
Thomas Starr King, often known as Starr King, was an American Universalist and Unitarian minister, influential in California politics during the American Civil War, and Freemason.
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About this person
Starr King spoke zealously in favor of the Union and was credited by Abraham Lincoln with preventing California from becoming a separate republic. He is sometimes referred to as "the orator who saved the nation".
Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1824 to 1864 · aged 39
