James Lennon (Wisconsin politician) facts for kids
James Lennon was an important person in Wisconsin's history. He was a politician who served in the Wisconsin State Assembly. This means he helped make laws for the state.
Early Life and War Service
James Lennon was born on March 16, 1837, in a place called Westmeath County, in Ireland. When he was about 17 years old, in 1854, he moved to America. He settled in a town called Freedom, in Wisconsin.
Later, James Lennon bravely served in the American Civil War. This was a big war in the United States from 1861 to 1865. He joined the Union Army, which was the army fighting to keep the country together. He was part of the 12th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment. He started as a regular soldier, called an enlisted man. But because he was good, he later became an officer, which is a leader in the army.
After the war, in 1872, James Lennon moved to another city in Wisconsin, called Appleton, Wisconsin.
Public Service and Politics
James Lennon was very involved in helping his community. He was a member of the Democratic Party. This is one of the main political groups in the United States.
In 1883, he became a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly. This is where elected officials make laws for the state. Before that, he held several other important jobs.
- From 1878 to 1881, he was the town treasurer for Freedom. This job involves managing the town's money.
- He was the Sheriff of Outagamie County, Wisconsin in 1873, 1874, 1878, and 1879. A sheriff is the chief law enforcement officer for a county.
- In 1881, he was a member of the county board for Outagamie County. This group helps manage the county's government.
James Lennon's career shows he was dedicated to serving the people of Wisconsin.
