Thomas Madison
American sheriff
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| Intro | American sheriff | |
| Places | United States of America | |
| was | Sheriff | |
| Work field | Law | |
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| Birth | 1 January 1746 | |
| Death | 1 January 1798 (aged 52 years) |
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Thomas Madison (1746–1798) was a soldier and politician in Revolutionary-era Virginia.
He was born in Augusta County, Virginia, the son of John and Agatha (Strother) Madison; his brothers included the Reverend James Madison and Governor George Madison. He was a second cousin to United States President James Madison.
He was one of the 13 signers of the Fincastle Resolutions in 1775. He served as sheriff of Augusta County and as a commissary during the 1776 expedition against the Cherokees. His wife was Susanna Henry, sister of Virginia governor Patrick Henry.