Townsend Harris

1804–1878 (age 74)

Diplomat

Photograph of Townsend Harris

About Townsend Harris

Townsend Harris (1804–1878) lived to age 74. They were a diplomat. Born in Washington County, they died in New York City. They are buried at Green-Wood Cemetery in New York.

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