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Henry J. Clasen (February 10, 1829 – September 29, 1907) was an American businessman and politician.

Born in Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Germany, Clasen went to Quebec, Canada and then went to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He then settled in Brookfield, Wisconsin where he operated a sawmill, a farm, and a store. He served as postmaster. In 1874, Clasen served in the Wisconsin State Assembly and was a Democrat. He also served as county treasurer for Waukesha County, Wisconsin. Clasen died in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

Notes

1. 'Wisconsin Blue Book 1874,' Biographical Sketch of Henry J. Clasen, pg. 470
2. 'Henry J. Clasen-obituary,' Waukesha Freeman, October 3, 1907, pg. 8

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