He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Harford County in 1845.
Benedict H. Hanson served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Harford County in 1845.
[2] From 1857 to 1867, Hanson served as the register of wills in Harford County.
[2] Hanson had three sons and two daughters, including Benedict H. Jr, Aquilla B., David H. and Mrs. Frederick Hinkson.
[2][4] Hanson died from typhoid fever on November 1, 1882, at the age of 73, at his home near Churchville, Maryland.