Samuel Osgood
Samuel Osgood (February 3, 1747 – August 12, 1813) was an American merchant and statesman from Andover, Massachusetts. He served in the Massachusetts and New York state legislatures, represented Massachusetts in the Continental Congress and was the first Postmaster General under the United States Constitution.
Samuel Osgood | |
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4th United States Postmaster General | |
In office September 26, 1789 – August 12, 1791 | |
President | George Washington |
Preceded by | Ebenezer Hazard |
Succeeded by | Timothy Pickering |
Personal details | |
Born | Andover, Massachusetts, British America (now North Andover) | February 3, 1747
Died | August 12, 1813 New York City, U.S. | (aged 66)
Political party | Federalist |
Spouse(s) | Martha Brandon (1775–1778) Maria Bowne Franklin (1786–1813) |
Children | 6 |
Relatives | Vanderbilt family |
Education | Harvard University (BA) |