Births on June 21

Alexander J. Dallas (statesman)

Born on June 21, 1759

Alexander J. Dallas, American lawyer and politician, 6th United States Secretary of the Treasury (d. 1817)

Alexander James Dallas (June 21, 1759 – January 16, 1817) was an American statesman who served as the 6th United States Secretary of the Treasury from 1814 to 1816 under President James Madison.

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Events on 1759

11 Jan

Life insurance
In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the first American life insurance company is incorporated.
1 May

Wedgwood
Josiah Wedgwood founds the Wedgwood pottery company in Great Britain.
25 Jul

Fort Niagara
French and Indian War: In Western New York, British forces capture Fort Niagara from the French, who subsequently abandon Fort Rouillé.
1 Aug

Battle of Minden
Seven Years' War: The Battle of Minden, an allied Anglo-German army victory over the French. In Britain this was one of a number of events that constituted the Annus Mirabilis of 1759 and is celebrated as Minden Day by certain British Army regiments.
18 Sep

Quebec City
Seven Years' War: The British capture Quebec City.

Births on June 21

Alexander J. Dallas (statesman)

Born on June 21, 1759

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Events on 1759

Life insurance

Wedgwood

Fort Niagara

Battle of Minden

Quebec City