John Stewart (February 10, 1795 – September 16, 1860) was an American merchant and politician who served one term as a U.S. Representative from Connecticut from 1843 to 1845.
Born in Chatham, Connecticut, Stewart completed preparatory studies. He became engaged in shipbuilding and in the mercantile business in Middle Haddam.
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