Henry P. Haun

Henry Peter Haun (January 18, 1815 – June 6, 1860) was a California judge, farmer, and U.S. Senator from California. He was appointed by Governor John B. Weller to serve out the remaining four months of Senator David C. Broderick's term following his predecessor's death in a duel in 1859.

Henry Peter Haun
United States Senator
from California
In office
November 3, 1859  March 4, 1860
Appointed byJohn B. Weller
Preceded byDavid C. Broderick
Succeeded byMilton Latham
Personal details
Born(1815-01-18)January 18, 1815
Scott County, Kentucky, U.S.
DiedJune 6, 1860(1860-06-06) (aged 45)
Marysville, California, U.S.
Resting placeMarysville Cemetery
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse
Catherine Haun
(m. 1848)
Children2
RelativesJames Haun
Occupation
  • Politician
  • judge
  • farmer
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