Later Civilian Life
Truxtun ran an unsuccessful campaign for the United States House of Representatives in 1810. In 1816 was elected sheriff of Philadelphia County, serving until 1819. He also published several books, well-known at the time, covering navigation and naval tactics.
Truxtun died in Philadelphia on 5 may, 1822 and is buried at Christ Church Burial Ground.
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