Background
Williams, John was born on January 29, 1778 in Surry County, North Carolina, United States. Son of Joseph and Rebecca (Lanier) Williams.
Williams, John was born on January 29, 1778 in Surry County, North Carolina, United States. Son of Joseph and Rebecca (Lanier) Williams.
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Member United States Senate from Tennessee, 1815 (appointed to fill vacancy), 1817-1823, Chairman of Commission military affairs
Married Melinda White. Children: Joseph Lanier, Margaret (Williams) Pearson, Colonel.