Washington Carson (1830–1856)

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Born: 1830
Died: 1856
Source: Names in Stone

When was Washington Carson born? 1830.

When did Washington Carson die? 1856.

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Washington Carson (1830–1856) was born in 1830, and died in 1856, at about age 26. A cemetery record documents Washington's grave. Source: Names in Stone. AncestryData does not yet have further details about Washington's life.

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The world Washington lived through

1845 · age 15 — The Irish Potato Famine began
1846 · age 16 — The Mexican–American War began
1848 · age 18 — The California Gold Rush began

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When was Washington Carson born?

Washington Carson was born in 1830.

When did Washington Carson die?

Washington Carson died in 1856.

How old was Washington Carson at the time of death?

Washington Carson was about 26 years old.

Where is Washington Carson buried?

A cemetery record from Names in Stone documents Washington's grave; see the source link on this page for the cemetery map.

Who was president when Washington Carson was born?

Andrew Jackson was president of the United States when Washington was born.

Who was president when Washington Carson died?

Franklin Pierce was president of the United States when Washington died.

What major events happened during Washington Carson's lifetime?

During Washington's lifetime: the Irish Potato Famine began (1845, age 15); the Mexican–American War began (1846, age 16); the California Gold Rush began (1848, age 18).

Which U.S. censuses would include Washington Carson?

Federal censuses taken during Washington's lifetime and now public: 1830, 1840, 1850.

How many people named Washington Carson are on AncestryData?

2 people named Washington Carson are listed on AncestryData. Compare their birth and death years to find the right one.

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1830
Death
1856
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