John McNulta facts for kids

John McNulta was an important person in American politics. He was born on November 9, 1837, and passed away on February 22, 1900. He served as a U.S. Representative for the state of Illinois. This means he was elected by people in Illinois to represent them in the U.S. government.

Early Life and Moves

John McNulta was born in New York. He liked to learn and studied a lot. He even traveled to places like the West Indies and Europe when he was younger.

In 1853, he moved to Attica, Indiana. Later, in 1859, he moved again to Bloomington, Illinois. For a while, he even worked making cigars!

Serving in the Civil War

When the Civil War happened, John McNulta joined the Union Army. He fought for the Union side. He was part of two different groups of soldiers: the 1st Regiment Illinois Volunteer Cavalry and the 94th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment.

Becoming a Lawyer and Politician

After the war, John McNulta studied law. In 1865, he was allowed to become a lawyer. He started his law practice in Bloomington, Illinois.

From 1869 to 1873, he served as a member of the State Senate in Illinois. This is a group of elected officials who help make laws for the state.

Serving in Congress

John McNulta was a member of the Republican Party. He was elected to the Forty-third Congress. He served as a U.S. Representative from March 4, 1873, to March 3, 1875.

He tried to be re-elected in 1874 for the Forty-fourth Congress, but he did not win. After his time in Congress, he went back to working as a lawyer.

Later Life

John McNulta passed away in Washington, D.C., on February 22, 1900. He was buried in Evergreen Cemetery in Bloomington, Illinois.