John Franklin Miller (California politician)
John Franklin Miller (November 21, 1831 – March 8, 1886) was a lawyer, businessman, and general in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He represented California in the United States Senate from 1881 until his death. He was a proponent of several bills against Chinese immigrants.
John Franklin Miller | |
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| United States Senator from California | |
| In office March 4, 1881 – March 8, 1886 | |
| Preceded by | Newton Booth |
| Succeeded by | George Hearst |
| Member of the Indiana Senate | |
| In office 1861 | |
| Succeeded by | John Reynolds |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 21, 1831 South Bend, Indiana, U.S. |
| Died | March 8, 1886 (aged 54) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Resting place | Arlington National Cemetery Arlington, Virginia, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Republican |
| Relations | John Franklin Miller (nephew) |
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| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Branch/service | United States Army Union Army |
| Rank | Brevet Major General |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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