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John M. Sandidge
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Louisiana's 4th district |
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| In office March 4, 1855 – March 3, 1859 |
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| Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives | |
| In office 1846-1855 |
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John Milton Sandidge
January 7, 1817 Carnesville, Georgia |
| Died | March 30, 1890 (aged 73) Bastrop, Louisiana |
| Resting place | Christ Church Cemetery Bastrop, Louisiana |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Mary Elizabeth Gilmer |
| Profession | Planter |
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| Allegiance |  Confederate States of America |
| Branch/service |  Confederate States Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1865 |
| Rank |  Colonel |
| Unit |  Bossier Cavalry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
John Milton Sandidge (born January 7, 1817 – died March 30, 1890) was an important politician from Louisiana. He served in the U.S. Congress and was also a Colonel during the American Civil War.
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John Milton Sandidge's Life
Early Life and Career
John Milton Sandidge was born on January 7, 1817, near Carnesville, Georgia. Later, he moved to Louisiana and became a planter. This means he owned and managed a large farm, often growing crops like cotton.
A Career in Politics
Sandidge was very involved in politics. He served as a colonel in the Mexican-American War.
From 1846 to 1855, he was a member of the Louisiana state government. For two of those years, he was the speaker, which means he was the leader of the state house. In 1852, he also helped write Louisiana's constitution as a delegate to a special meeting.
Serving in the U.S. Congress
John Sandidge was elected as a Democrat to the U.S. Congress. He served two terms, from March 4, 1855, to March 3, 1859. During his time in Congress, he led a special group called the Committee on Private Land Claims. This committee dealt with issues about land ownership.
Role in the Civil War
During the American Civil War, Sandidge served as a Colonel in the Bossier Cavalry. This was a group of soldiers from Bossier Parish, Louisiana.
When Henry Watkins Allen became the Governor of Louisiana, he asked Colonel Sandidge to join his team. Sandidge became the Chief of Ordnance, which meant he was in charge of weapons and supplies for the state. He held this important job until the war ended. After the war, Governor Allen specifically asked Sandidge to hand over the state's important records and documents.
John Sandidge's sons, James and George, also fought in the Confederate Army during the Civil War.
Later Life and Death
John Milton Sandidge passed away in Bastrop, Louisiana, on March 30, 1890. He was buried in the Christ Church Cemetery in Bastrop.
