Benjamin Bartholomew (February 16, 1752 – March 31, 1812) was an American politician from Pennsylvania. He served as a member of the Pennsylvania Provincial Assembly, representing Chester County from 1773 to 1776.
Early life
Benjamin Bartholomew was born on February 16, 1752, to Sarah and Joseph Bartholomew.[1][2] After his father died, he was left 160 acres (65 ha) of farmland that he farmed.[1]
Career
Bartholomew served as a member of the Pennsylvania Provincial Assembly, representing Chester County from 1773 to 1776. In January 1775, he was a member of the council of safety for the Revolutionary convention.[1][3] At the outbreak of the Revolutionary War, he raised a company of volunteers. He attained the rank of captain of the 5th Pennsylvania Regiment on October 2, 1776. After the war, he continued working as a farmer.[1][4]
Personal life
Bartholomew married Rachel Dewees, daughter of William Dewees. They had ten children, Joseph, Hannah (born 1772), Sarah, John, Rachel, Marian, Edward, Augustine, Benjamin and Ellen. His great-grandson John Cleaver Bartholomew was a veterinarian.[1][5]
