Background
Nelson, John was born on June 1, 1794 in Frederick, Maryland, United States. Son of Roger Nelson.
Nelson, John was born on June 1, 1794 in Frederick, Maryland, United States. Son of Roger Nelson.
Graduated from College William and Mary, 1811. Studied law.
General and secretary of state ad interim under President
John Nelson has been listed as a noteworthy congressman, diplomat by Marquis Who's Who.
Member United States House of Representatives (Democrat) from Maryland., 17th Congress, 1821-1823.