John Lafayette Camp

For other people with the same name, see John Camp (disambiguation).
John Lafayette Camp
Member of the Texas Senate
from the 6 district
In office
1875–1878
Preceded byJ. L. Henry
Succeeded byWilliam Amos Wortham
Personal details
Born(1828-02-20)February 20, 1828
Elyton, Alabama, US
DiedJuly 16, 1891(1891-07-16) (aged 63)
San Antonio, Texas, US
PartyDemocratic Party
Children5, including John Jr.
ProfessionLawyer
Military service
AllegianceConfederate States
Branch/serviceConfederate States Army
RankColonel
Unit10th Texas Cavalry

John Lafayette Camp Sr. (February 20, 1828 – July 16, 1891) was an American lawyer, politician and judge. He is the eponym of Camp County, Texas.

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