Benjamin Knight (politician)
Benjamin Knight | |
|---|---|
| Member of the California Senate from the 6th district | |
| In office January 8, 1883 – January 3, 1887 | |
| Preceded by | William J. Hill |
| Succeeded by | Archibald Yell |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 16, 1836 Mansfield, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Died | June 2, 1905 (aged 68) Santa Cruz, California, U.S. |
| Resting place | Santa Cruz Memorial Park, Santa Cruz, California, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Lydia A. Killey |
| Children | 4 |
| Education | Harvard Medical School |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit | 1st Massachusetts Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Benjamin Knight Jr. (October 16, 1836 – June 2, 1905) was an American politician and physician in Santa Cruz, California. He served in the California State Senate for the 6th district from 1883 to 1887.