John Forsyth
October 22, 1780 – October 21, 1841
John Forsyth (1780–1841) was an American politician from Georgia. He represented Georgia in the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate, and served as the 33rd governor of Georgia. He was the 13th U.S. Secretary of State from 1834 to 1841, appointed by Andrew Jackson and continuing under Martin Van Buren, and earlier served as U.S. Minister to Spain.
Offices held
2 terms, Mar 4, 1813 – Nov 7, 1827
2 terms
- Mar 4, 1813 – Nov 23, 1818
- Mar 4, 1823 – Nov 7, 1827
2 terms, Nov 23, 1818 – Jun 27, 1834
2 terms
- Nov 23, 1818 – Feb 17, 1819
- Nov 9, 1829 – Jun 27, 1834
Nov 7, 1827 – Nov 4, 1829
Preceded by
George Troup Succeeded by
William Schley
George Troup Succeeded by
William Schley
Jul 1, 1834 – Mar 4, 1841
Preceded by
Louis McLane Succeeded by
Jacob L. Martin
Louis McLane Succeeded by
Jacob L. Martin
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Party membership
Education
Timeline
1781
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1841