John Fontaine

John Fontaine (1792-1866) was an American plantation owner and politician. He served as the first Mayor of Columbus, Georgia from 1836 to 1837. He defended Columbus during the Creek War of 1836.
Biography.
Early life.
John Fontaine was born in 1792.
Career.
He was a steamboat owner and cotton merchant. He was also a large plantation owner.
He served as the first Mayor of Columbus, Georgia from 1836 to 1837. He defended the town during the Creek War of 1836, with the help of Governor William Schley. He used Creek informants to spy and report on their planned attacks.
Personal life.
He married Mary Ann (Stewart) Fontaine (1808-1852). They had six children:
Death.
He died in 1866.