John Fairfax (delegate)
John Scott Fairfax (December 10, 1762 – December 25, 1843) was an early American planter and politician in western Virginia, who twice served in the Virginia House of Delegates but may be best known for six years he spent as one of the overseers for former President George Washington.
John Fairfax | |
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| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates for Monongalia County | |
| In office December 4, 1809 – December 2, 1810 Serving with Ralph Berkshire | |
| Preceded by | William G. Payne |
| Succeeded by | Dudley Evans |
| In office October 10, 1814 – December 3, 1815 | |
| Preceded by | Felix Scott |
| Succeeded by | John Wagner |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 10, 1762 Charles County, Maryland colony |
| Died | December 25, 1843 Preston, Virginia, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Spouse(s) | Mary Byrne, Anne Lloyd |
| Occupation | Planter, politician |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | 104th Virginia Militia |
| Years of service | 1812–1814 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Battles/wars | War of 1812 |
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