John Flournoy Henry

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John Flournoy Henry (January 17, 1793 – November 12, 1873) was an American physician and politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Kentucky. He was also a prominent figure in the medical community and contributed significantly to the development of medical practices in the 19th century.

Early Life and Education

John Flournoy Henry was born on January 17, 1793, in Scott County, Kentucky. He was the son of Robert Pryor Henry and Gabriella Frances Flournoy. Henry pursued his early education in local schools before attending Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky, where he studied medicine.

Medical Career

After completing his medical education, Henry began practicing medicine in Georgetown, Kentucky. He quickly gained a reputation as a skilled physician and became involved in various medical organizations. Henry was a member of the Kentucky Medical Association and contributed to several medical journals of the time.

Political Career

John Flournoy Henry's political career began when he was elected to the Kentucky House of Representatives in 1823. He served in the state legislature for several years before being elected to the United States House of Representatives as a member of the Whig Party. Henry represented Kentucky's 12th congressional district from March 4, 1837, to March 3, 1841.

During his tenure in Congress, Henry was known for his advocacy on issues related to public health and medical education. He supported legislation aimed at improving medical training and healthcare infrastructure in the United States.

Later Life and Legacy

After serving in Congress, Henry returned to his medical practice in Kentucky. He continued to be active in the medical community and was involved in various public health initiatives. Henry passed away on November 12, 1873, in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, and was buried in the Georgetown Cemetery.

John Flournoy Henry's contributions to both medicine and politics left a lasting impact on the state of Kentucky and the broader medical community. His work in promoting medical education and public health reforms helped lay the foundation for future advancements in these fields.

See Also

• United States House of Representatives
• Kentucky House of Representatives
• Whig Party (United States)
• Transylvania University
• Kentucky Medical Association

External Links

John Flournoy Henry at Find a Grave

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|style="width:30%;" rowspan="1"|Preceded by

John Chambers

| style="width: 40%; text-align: center;" rowspan="1"| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from [[Kentucky's congressional district]]
1837–1841

| style="width: 30%; text-align: center;" rowspan="1"| Succeeded by

Garrett Davis

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