Ellsworth Burnett
Ellsworth Burnett (August 5, 1836 – April 14, 1895) was an American politician who served as a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.
Ellsworth Burnett | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly | |
| In office 1876–1878 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 5, 1836 Madrid, New York, U.S. |
| Died | April 14, 1895 (aged 58) Santa Rosa, California, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Amelia Frances Cox (m. 1873) |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | Union Army Army of the Potomac |
| Unit | |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Early life
Burnett was born in Madrid, New York, though reports have differed on the exact date. He later moved to River Falls, Wisconsin.[1]
Career
After moving to Wisconsin, Burnett became involved in the lumber and farming industries. During the American Civil War, Burnett originally enlisted with the 30th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment of the Union Army, where he became a sergeant. Later, he joined the 37th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment and was attached to the Army of the Potomac. He achieved the rank of captain and was brevetted a major for his performance during the Siege of Petersburg.
Burnett was a member of the Assembly during the 1877 session.[2] Previously, he had been sheriff of Pierce County from January 1, 1872, until January 1, 1873. He was a Republican.
Personal life
On November 24, 1873, Burnett married Amelia Frances Cox. He died in Santa Rosa, California, on April 14, 1895.[3]
References
- THE LEGISLATIVE MANUAL OF THE STATE OF WISCONSIN (16th ed.). Madison, Wis. 1877. p. 471.
- Lawrence S. Barish, ed. (2007). State of Wisconsin Blue Book 2007 - 2008. p. 127.
- "Ellsworth Burnett (1836-1895) - Find a Grave..." www.findagrave.com. Retrieved 2022-06-24.