John Mathews Politician

John Mathews (1744 – November 17, 1802) was an American lawyer from Charleston, South Carolina. He was a delegate to the Continental Congress from 1778 to 1781 where he endorsed the Articles of Confederation on behalf of South Carolina. On his return, he was elected the 33rd Governor of South Carolina, serving a single term in 1782 and 1783.

Personal facts

Birth dateJanuary 01, 1744
Birth place
South Carolina , Province of South Carolina , Charleston South Carolina
Date of deathNovember 17, 1802
Place of death
South Carolina , Charleston South Carolina

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officeDelegate to the Continental Congress from South Carolina
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