John Addison Thomas

John Addison Thomas (May 28, 1810 March 26, 1858) was an American engineer and military officer who served in the United States Army, and later served as United States Assistant Secretary of State.

John Addison Thomas
3rd United States Assistant Secretary of State
In office
November 1, 1855  April 3, 1857
PresidentFranklin Pierce
James Buchanan
Preceded byWilliam Hunter
Succeeded byJohn Appleton
Personal details
Born(1810-05-28)May 28, 1810
Cabarrus County, North Carolina, U.S.
DiedMarch 26, 1858(1858-03-26) (aged 47)
Paris, France
Spouse
Catherine Ronalds
(m. 18441858)
Children4
Parent(s)Isaac Jetton Thomas
Asenath Houston
RelativesJames Houston Thomas (brother)
Alma materUnited States Military Academy
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