Menard, Pierre, 1766-1844
Illinois' first Lieutenant-Governor (1818-1822). Menard was an early French Canadian resident of Kaskaskia, Randolph County, related by marriage to the Saucier and Chouteau families. A trader and merchant, Menard invested in trapping and exploring expeditions. He was involved in territorial politics, appointed judge in Randolph County courts, 1801; elected representative to the Indiana Territorial Legislature at Vincennes, 1806-1807; representative to the Illinois Territorial Legislature 1812-1818; and sub-agent for the U.S. Indian Department.
From the description of Papers, 1741-1910 (bulk 1785-1844) (Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library). WorldCat record id: 23117727
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