Levi Adams (December 30, 1762 – June 18, 1831) was an American farmer and politician. He served in the New York Senate from 1818 through 1822, representing Lewis County, and was a member of New York's Council of Appointment in 1820. As a young man during the American Revolutionary War, he served in the New York militia.[1][2]
Levi Adams | |
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Member of the Council of Appointment | |
In office 1820–1821 | |
Member of the New York Senate from the Lewis County district | |
In office 1818–1822 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Simsbury, Connecticut Colony | December 30, 1762
Died | June 18, 1831 | (aged 68)
Resting place | East Road Cemetery, Lowville, New York |
Spouse |
Ruth Stevens1892 (m. 1831) |
Children |
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Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | New York Militia |
Battles/wars | American Revolutionary War |
His youngest son, James M. Adams, became a prominent physician and pioneer settler at Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Two of his grandsons died in the service of the Union Army during the American Civil War.[2]
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