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About John Barclay
John Barclay was an American soldier, politician, and jurist. He served in the Continental Army during the American Revolution. He served as President Judge of the Courts for Bucks County, Pennsylvania, alderman in Philadelphia, and Mayor of Philadelphia from 1791 to 1793. He worked as president of the Bank of Pennsylvania and was one of the founders of the Insurance Company of North America. He served as a Federalist member of the Pennsylvania State Senate for the 1st district from 1811 to 1813.
Everything about John Barclay →- Occupation
- politician, banker
- Position held
- member of the Pennsylvania State Senate
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- January 22, 1749
- Died
- September 15, 1824