Benjamin Davis Wilson
U.S. statesman
Died when: 66 years 100 days (795 months)Star Sign: Sagittarius
Benjamin Davis Wilson (December 1, 1811 – March 11, 1878), commonly known as Don Benito Wilson, was an American-Mexican politician, fur trapper, and ranchero of California.
Born in Tennessee, Wilson eventually settled in Alta California, became a Mexican resident, married into a prominent Californio family and acquired Rancho Jurupa.
Following the American Conquest of California, Wilson served a term as Mayor of Los Angeles.
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