John A. Logan

John Alexander Logan (February 8, 1826 – December 26, 1886), American soldier and political leader, was born in what is now Murphysboro, Jackson County, Illinois. He had no schooling until age 14; he then studied for three years at Shiloh College, served in the Mexican War as a lieutenant of volunteers, studied law in the office of an uncle, graduated from the Law Department of Louisville University in 1851, and practised law with success.

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February 8 - 1826 - December 26 - 1886 - American - Leader - Murphysboro - Jackson County, Illinois - Shiloh College - Mexican War - Law - Louisville University - 1851

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