Joel B. Sutherland
Joel Barlow Sutherland (February 26, 1792 – November 15, 1861) was an American politician who served as the first president of the General Society of the War of 1812 from 1854 to 1861. He was a member of the Democratic Party who represented Pennsylvania in the United States House of Representatives (1827–1837).
Joel B. Sutherland | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's 1st district | |
| In office October 8, 1833 – March 3, 1837 | |
| Preceded by | Vacant |
| Succeeded by | Lemuel Paynter |
| In office March 4, 1827 – March 3, 1833 | |
| Preceded by | John Wurts |
| Succeeded by | Vacant |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Joel Barlow Sutherland February 26, 1792 Gloucester County, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Died | November 15, 1861 (aged 69) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Resting place | Old Pine Street Church, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 39°56′36.0″N 75°08′57.7″W |
| Political party | Whig |
| Other political affiliations | Democratic (before 1836) |
| Spouse |
Mary Reade (m. 1812) |
| Children | 8, including Thomas W. Sutherland |
| Alma mater | University of Pennsylvania |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | Pennsylvania Militia |
| Years of service | 1812–1814 |
| Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
| Commands | 1st Regiment of Riflemen |
| Wars | War of 1812 |
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