R. Ewell Thornton

Richard Ewell Thornton (January 7, 1865 – March 27, 1928) was an American lawyer and Democratic politician who served as a member of the Virginia Senate, representing the state's 14th district from 1908 to 1920.[1][2][3]

R. Ewell Thornton
Member of the Virginia Senate
from the 14th district
In office
January 8, 1908  January 14, 1920
Preceded byLewis H. Machen
Succeeded byWalter T. Oliver
Personal details
Born
Richard Ewell Thornton

(1865-01-07)January 7, 1865
Brentsville, Virginia, U.S.
DiedMarch 27, 1928(1928-03-27) (aged 63)
Fairfax, Virginia, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse(s)Susan Contee Plummer
Alma materUniversity of Virginia
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/serviceUnited States Army
Years of service1919–1920
RankMajor
UnitJ.A.G. Corps
Battles/warsWorld War I

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