Henry A. Shaw
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Henry A. Shaw | |
|---|---|
| Speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives | |
| In office January 5, 1859 – 1860 | |
| Preceded by | Byron G. Stout |
| Succeeded by | Dexter Mussey |
| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the Eaton County 1st district | |
| In office January 1, 1857 – 1860 | |
| In office January 1, 1873 – 1874 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 21, 1818 |
| Died | January 29, 1891 (aged 72) |
| Party | Republican |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1861-1862 |
| Rank | Major |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Henry A. Shaw (June 21, 1818 – January 29, 1891) was a Michigan politician.
Shaw was born on June 21, 1818, in Vermont. He began his law career in Ohio. In 1842, due to health concerns, he moved to Eaton County, Michigan.[1][2]
Military career
Shaw enlisted in Company B of the Michigan 2nd Cavalry Regiment on October 2, 1861, as a Private. He was promoted to the position of Major on November 12, 1861. He was mustered out on September 3, 1862.
