Thomas O. Larkin
Thomas Oliver Larkin (September 16, 1802 - October 27, 1858) was an early American emigrant to Alta California and a signer of the original California Constitution. He was the United States' first and only consul to the California Republic.
Read more about Thomas O. Larkin: Early Years, Alta California, Bear Flag Revolt, United States, Genealogy
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