How to Pronounce John Austin Wharton (1806–38)
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Apr 01, 1806 Nashville, Tennessee, United States Died on 17 Dec 1838 (aged 32)
American statesman, lawyer, and soldier
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About John Austin Wharton 180638
- John Austin Wharton (April 1806 – December 17, 1838) was distinguished as a statesman, a lawyer, and a soldier.
- He served as Adjutant General at the Battle of San Jacinto.
- In a eulogy at his grave, Republic of Texas President David G.
- Burnet said of him, "The keenest blade on the field of San Jacinto is broken." He died a bachelor on December 17, 1838, while serving as a member of the Texas Congress.
- His nephew, John A.
- Wharton, who would go on to be a Confederate Army general, was named for him.
