John Clark (Delaware governor)
John Clark (February 1, 1761 – August 14, 1821) was an American politician from Blackbird Hundred in New Castle County, Delaware, near Smyrna. He was a member of the Federalist Party, who served in the Delaware General Assembly and as Governor of Delaware.
John Clark | |
|---|---|
| 20th Governor of Delaware | |
| In office January 21, 1817 – January 18, 1820 | |
| Preceded by | Daniel Rodney |
| Succeeded by | Henry Molleston (Elect) |
| Member of the Delaware House of Representatives | |
| In office January 2, 1799 – January 7, 1800 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 1, 1761 New Castle County, Delaware Colony |
| Died | August 14, 1821 (aged 60) New Castle County, Delaware |
| Political party | Federalist |
| Spouse | Sarah Cook Corbit |
| Residence(s) | New Castle County, Delaware |
| Occupation | Farmer |
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