Henry A. Shaw


Henry A. Shaw was a Michigan politician.

Early life

Shaw was born on June 21, 1818 in Vermont. He began his law career in Ohio. In 1842, due to health concerns, he moved to Eaton County, Michigan.

Military career

Shaw enlisted in Company B of the Michigan 2nd Cavalry Regiment on October 2, 1861 as a Private. He was promoted to the position of Major on November 12, 1861. He was mustered out on September 3, 1862.

Political career

Shaw was sworn in as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives in 1857 and served until 1860. During this time, he also served as Speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives from 1859 to 1860. After these terms, he was again sworn into the Michigan House of Representatives from 1873 to 1874.

Death

Shaw died in Eaton Rapids, Eaton County, Michigan on January 29, 1891.