Oliver Wolcott studied medicine but was elected sheriff and that was the end of his medical career. His life course followed law enforcement and fighting for the birth of the United States of America.
I was fascinated to learn he commanded a detachment of the Connecticut militia, defending New York. Consider: He did this after signing the Declaration of Independence and before resuming his seat in Congress.
How many members of Congress serve in the military or in any way in the defense of their country in between sessions?
A year later, he was part of the capture of Burgoyne and his army, and then returned to serve in Congress. He repeatedly commanded militia and then held a seat in Congress. The man's actions spoke for him. He was dedicated to the service of his country in every regard. He was a patriot and a statesman.
We need more of those.
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