John Smith Preston was a wealthy planter, soldier, and attorney who became prominent in South Carolina politics in the 19th century. Wikipedia
Born: April 20, 1809, Abingdon, VA
Died: May 1, 1881 (age 72 years), Columbia, SC
Grandparents: William Preston and Susanna Smith
Great-grandparents: John Preston, Francis Smith, and Elizabeth Patton
Education: University of Virginia and Hampden-Sydney College
Parents: Francis Preston
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