John Catron
John Catron (January 7, 1786 – May 30, 1865) was an American jurist who served as an associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from 1837 to 1865, during the Taney Court.
John Catron | |
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| Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States | |
| In office May 1, 1837 – May 30, 1865 | |
| Nominated by | Andrew Jackson |
| Appointed by | Martin Van Buren |
| Preceded by | Seat established |
| Succeeded by | Seat abolished |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 7, 1786 Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | May 30, 1865 (aged 79) Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Matilda Childress |
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