John Milton Bernhisel Politician

John Milton Bernhisel (born John Martin Bernheisel) (June 23, 1799 – September 28, 1881) was an American physician, politician and early member of the Latter Day Saint movement. He was a close friend and companion to both Joseph Smith and Brigham Young. Bernhisel was the original delegate of the Utah Territory in the United States House of Representatives (1851–59, 1861–63) and acted as a member of the Council of Fifty of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church).

Personal facts

Birth date	June 23, 1799
Birth place	Tyrone Township Perry County Pennsylvania
Religion	The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Date of death	September 28, 1881
Place of death	Salt Lake City
Education	University of Pennsylvania