John Morin Scott | |
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1st Secretary of State of New York | |
In office March 13, 1778 – September 14, 1784 | |
Preceded by | Inaugural holder |
Succeeded by | Lewis Allaire Scott |
Personal details | |
Born | 1730 New York City, New York, British America |
Died | September 14, 1784 New York City, New York, U.S. | (aged 53–54)
Children | Lewis Allaire Scott |
Alma mater | Yale College |
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Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Years of service | 1775–1777 |
Rank | Brigadier General |
Commands | 1st and 2nd New York Battalions; New York militia regiments |
Battles/wars | |
John Morin Scott (1730 – September 14, 1784) was a lawyer, military officer, and statesman before, during and after the American Revolution.