Crittenden, John Jordan, 1787-1863
Dates
- Existence: 1787 - 1863
Biography
John Jordan Crittenden (September 10, 1787 – July 26, 1863) was an American statesman and politician from the U.S. state of Kentucky. He represented the state in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate and twice served as United States Attorney General in the administrations of William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, and Millard Fillmore. He was also the 17th governor of Kentucky and served in the state legislature. Although frequently mentioned as a potential candidate for the U.S. presidency, he never consented to run for the office.
Found in 5 Collections and/or Records:
Daniel Webster letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 851302
Webster Mss 851302
Date(s):
1851-05-02
Abstract
In English.
John Jordan Crittenden letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 840666
Mss 840666
Date(s):
1840-12-16
Abstract
In English.
John Jordan Crittenden letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 848577
Mss 848577
Date(s):
1848-10-27
Abstract
In English.
John Jordan Crittenden letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 838620
Mss 838620
Date(s):
1838-11-20
Abstract
In English.
John Jordan Crittenden letter
Item 1
Identifier: Mss 852360
Webster Mss 852360
Date(s):
1852-06-10
Scope and Contents
Two-page letter from John Jordan Crittenden in Washington to Daniel Webster, apologizing to Webster for any offence he might have given.