James Findlay

Leading citizen of Cincinnati, Ohio

Died when: 65 years 77 days (782 months)
Star Sign: Libra

James Findlay (October 12, 1770 – December 28, 1835) was an American merchant, politician and veteran of the War of 1812, having served with both the state militia and the United States Army.

He was based in Cincinnati, Ohio after migrating there as a young man.He was elected as mayor of Cincinnati to two non-successive terms.

For defenses in the War of 1812, he supervised construction of Fort Findlay, which was named for him.In 1824 he was elected to multiple terms in the US House of Representatives, serving from 1825-1833.

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