Charles Anthony (politician)

Charles Anthony
Speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives
In office
December 4, 1837 – December 2, 1838
Preceded byWilliam Medill
Succeeded byJames J. Faran
Personal details
Born(1798-03-31)March 31, 1798
Richmond, Virginia, United States
DiedMay 10, 1862(1862-05-10) (aged 64)
Springfield, Ohio, United States
Resting placeColumbia Street Cemetery
Political partyWhig
Spouses
  • Elizabeth Evans
  • Mary E. Hulsey
Childrensixteen
Military service
AllegianceUnited States
Branch/serviceOhio Militia
Years of service1825–1847
Rank Brigadier General
Unit3rd Brigade, 5th Division
Battles/warsMexican–American War

Charles Anthony (1798–1862) was a legislative leader in the U.S. State of Ohio. He was also a Militia General during the Mexican–American War, a Masonic Grand Master for his state, and a U.S. Attorney.