| Interment Location | Visited | |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, MO | August 21, 2024 |
Fast Facts
Born: March 14, 1782 in Harts Mill, North Carolina
Spouse: Elizabeth Preston McDowell Benton (m. -1854)
Military Rank: Lieutenant Colonel — U.S. Army
Primary Political Affiliation: Democratic Party
Senate Tenure: 1821-1851
House Tenure: 1853-1855
Died: April 10, 1858 in Washington, D.C.
Age: 76
Interment: Bellefontaine Cemetery, St. Louis, Missouri
