John Adams Dix (July 24, 1798 – April 21, 1879) was an American politician from New York. He served as Secretary of the Treasury, U.S. Senator, and the 24th Governor of New York. He was also a Union major general during the Civil War.
Read more about John Adams Dix: Early Life and Career, U.S. Senator, Railroad President and Postmaster, Civil War Service, Later Career, Death and Legacy
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