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Conduct research on Matthew Lyon and report 20 facts to your readers. Explain why you think he is an important figure in American history and why he should be included in the Register. Don't forget to include your sources. Include at least 5 sources.

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Answer: Member of the U.S. House of Representatives

from Kentucky's 1st district

In office

March 4, 1803 – March 3, 1811

Preceded by Thomas T. Davis

Succeeded by Anthony New

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives

from Vermont's 1st district

In office

March 4, 1797 – March 3, 1801

Preceded by Israel Smith

Succeeded by Israel Smith

Personal details

Born July 14, 1749

County Wicklow, Kingdom of Ireland

Died August 1, 1822 (aged 73)

Spadra Bluff, Arkansas, U.S.

Political party Democratic-Republican

Spouse(s) Mary Horsford and Beulah M. Chittenden

Children 12, including Chittenden Lyon

Profession: Printer, Newspaper, publisher, Businessman, Farmer

source kiddle

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