John Lamb | |
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Collector of the Port of New York | |
In office 1784–1797 | |
Appointed by | Congress of the Confederation |
President | George Washington |
Preceded by | Office established |
Succeeded by | Joshua Sands |
Personal details | |
Born | John Lamb January 1, 1735 New York City, Province of New York, British America |
Died | May 31, 1800 | (aged 65)
Parent | Anthony Lamb (Father) |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | Continental Army United States Army |
Years of service | 1775-1783 |
Rank | Brigadier General |
Battles/wars | American Revolutionary War • Battle of Quebec |
John Lamb (1735–1800) was an American soldier, politician, and Anti-Federalist organizer (particularly in New York state). During the American Revolutionary War he led the 2nd Continental Artillery Regiment.