Ellsworth Burnett
Ellsworth Burnett was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.
Biography
Burnett was born in Madrid, New York, reports have differed on the exact date. He later moved to River Falls, Wisconsin.[1] There, he became involved in the lumber and farming industries. During the American Civil War, Burnett originally enlisted with the 30th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment of the Union Army, where he became a sergeant. Later, he joined the 37th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment and was attached to the Army of the Potomac. He would achieve the rank of captain and was brevetted a major for his performance during the Siege of Petersburg. On November 24, 1873, Burnett married Amelia Frances Cox. He died on April 14, 1895.
Political career
Burnett was a member of the Assembly during the 1877 session.[2] Previously, he had been Sheriff of Pierce County from January 1, 1872 until January 1, 1873. He was a Republican.