Charles Haight
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For other people named Charles Haight, see Charles Haight (disambiguation).
Charles Haight (January 4, 1838 – August 1, 1891) was an American lawyer and Democratic Party politician who represented New Jersey's 2nd congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1867 to 1871.
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Charles Haight | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New Jersey's 2nd district | |
In office March 4, 1867 – March 3, 1871 | |
Preceded by | William A. Newell |
Succeeded by | Samuel C. Forker |
Member of the New Jersey General Assembly | |
In office 1860–1862 | |
Personal details | |
Born | January 4, 1838 Colts Neck Township, New Jersey, U.S. |
Died | August 1, 1891(1891-08-01) (aged 53) Freehold, New Jersey, U.S. |
Resting place | Maplewood Cemetery Freehold, New Jersey, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Relations | Thomas Griffith Haight (nephew) |
Alma mater | Princeton College |
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Military career | |
Allegiance | United States |
Years of service | 1861–1865 |
Rank | Brigadier general |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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