Background
Lea, John Mccormick was born on December 25, 1818 in Knoxville, Tennessee, United States. Son of Honorary Luke Lea.
Lea, John Mccormick was born on December 25, 1818 in Knoxville, Tennessee, United States. Son of Honorary Luke Lea.
Graduated from the University of Nashville, 1837, Master of Arts, 1840. Master of Arts, Bethany College, West Virginia.
Began law practice in Nashville, 1840. United State Attorneys for district of Middle Tennessee, 1842-1844. Was circuit judge; declined appointment on Supreme Court bench of Tennessee.
Served as member Tennessee General Assembly.
President Board Trustees University of Nashville for many years. President Tennessee History Society Home: Nashville, Tennessee Deceased.
Member Tennessee
Married Elizabeth B. Overton.