Thomas Johnson (Kansas politician)

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Thomas Johnson (July 11, 1802-January 2, 1865[1]) was a Methodist missionary and a member of the Kansas territorial legislature. He was robbed and murdered in 1865. Johnson County, Kansas is named for him. Johnson was a known slave holder in Kansas and sided strongly with the proslavery group in Kansas.

Johnson who was pro-Southern but had signed a Unionist pledge was murdered at his home during the American Civil War. It is a mystery whether he was robbed or whether he was killed for political purposes.

References

  1. ^ Shawnee Methodist Mission Cemetery - Johnson County, Kansas
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