John Hartwell Cocke

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John Hartwell Cocke (1780-1866)[1] was a prominent American Military officer, planter, and businessman. Cocke served in the War of 1812 and is well-known for helping Thomas Jefferson establish the University of Virginia.[1] In addition, Cocke was one of six men to serve on the original Board of Visitors in 1817.[2]


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  1. 1.0 1.1 Web. John Hartwell Cocke - Monticello, Encyclopedic Article, Thomas Jefferson Foundation
  2. Web. [https://shorturl.at/93iwj Manual of the Board of Visitors of the University of Virginia], Official Document, UVA Board of Visitors, retrieved July 30, 2024.

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