John Overton

1766–1833 (age 67)

Lawyer

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About John Overton

John Overton (1766–1833) lived to age 67. They were a lawyer. Born in Louisa County, they died in Nashville. They are buried at Mount Olivet Cemetery in District of Columbia.

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