Henry A. Shaw (June 21, 1818 – January 29, 1891) was a Michigan politician.
Early life
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.
Political career
Shaw was sworn in as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives in 1857 and served until 1860. During this time, he also served as Speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives from 1859 to 1860. After these terms, he was again sworn into the Michigan House of Representatives from 1873 to 1874.[1][3]
Death
Shaw died in Eaton Rapids, Eaton County, Michigan on January 29, 1891.
References
- ^ a b "Legislator Details - Henry A. Shaw". Library of Michigan. Retrieved November 23, 2019.
- ^ "Pioneer history of Eaton County, Michigan, 1833-1866". Internet Archive. Retrieved November 23, 2019.
- ^ "Shaw". Political Graveyard. Retrieved November 23, 2019.
