Daniel Burrows facts for kids

Daniel Burrows (born October 26, 1766 – died January 23, 1858) was an important person from Connecticut. He served as a representative for his state in the U.S. government. His nephew, Lorenzo Burrows, also became a representative, but for New York.

Daniel Burrows was born in a place called Fort Hill, Connecticut. When he was younger, he studied to prepare for his future. He first worked by making carriages and wagons in New London. Later, he decided to study theology, which is the study of religious faith. He then became a minister in the Methodist Church.

Daniel Burrows' Political Journey

Daniel Burrows was involved in politics for many years. He helped make decisions for his home state and even for the whole country.

Serving Connecticut

Burrows was a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives. This is like a state-level lawmaking group. He served there from 1816 to 1820, and again in 1826.

In 1818, he was chosen to be a delegate for the Connecticut constitutional convention. This was a special meeting to help write or change the state's main rules, like a constitution. He also helped set the border between Connecticut and Massachusetts.

Time in Congress

Daniel Burrows was elected to the Seventeenth Congress. This means he became a representative in the U.S. government. He was part of the Democratic-Republican Party.

He served in Congress from March 4, 1821, to March 3, 1823. After his term, he decided not to run for re-election in 1822.

Life After Congress

After leaving Congress, Daniel Burrows moved to Middletown. He lived there from 1823 to 1854. During this time, he worked as a surveyor. A surveyor measures and maps land. He was also an inspector of customs for the port of Middletown from 1823 to 1847. This job involved checking goods coming into the port.

Daniel Burrows passed away in Mystic in 1858. He was buried in Elm Grove Cemetery.