Joseph Eggleston

Joseph Eggleston (November 24, 1754–February 14, 1811) was an American planter, solder, and politician from Amelia County, Virginia. He represented Virginia in the U.S. Congress from 1798 until 1801.

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November 24 - 1754 - February 14 - 1811 - Amelia County, Virginia - Virginia - U.S. Congress - 1798 - 1801

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Joseph was born in Midddlesex County to Joseph (1721-1792) and Judith (Segar, 1729-1806) Eggleston. In 1759 his parents moved to the newly built plantation house named Egglestetton in Amelia County. Joseph was tutored at home and then attended William and Mary where he graduated with honors in 1776. That same year he joined American Revolutionary War in the cavalry commanded by Lighthorse Harry Lee.

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Midddlesex County - 1759 - William and Mary - 1776 - American Revolutionary War - Lighthorse Harry Lee

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