John Bird (November 22, 1768 – February 2, 1806) was an American slave owner,[1] politician, and a United States representative from New York.
Born in Litchfield, Connecticut, Bird was the son of Dr. Seth and Hanna Sheldon Bird and pursued classical studies; graduated from Yale College in 1786, studied law, was admitted to the bar, and commenced practice in Litchfield.
The marriage ended in 1797 divorce, which was granted to Eunice from the Connecticut General Assembly on the grounds of ill treatment by her husband.
[2] Bird moved to Troy, New York in 1793 and engaged in the practice of law.
Bird died in Troy, Rensselaer County, New York, February 2, 1806 (age 37 years, 72 days).