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James Abercrombie (congressman)
American politician from Alabama / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For other people with the same name, see James Abercromby (disambiguation).
James Abercrombie (February 18, 1792 ā July 2, 1861) was an American politician and slave owner, and a United States Representative from Alabama.
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James Abercrombie | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Alabama's 2nd district | |
In office March 4, 1851 ā March 3, 1855 | |
Preceded by | Henry Washington Hilliard |
Succeeded by | Eli Sims Shorter |
Member of the Alabama House of Representatives | |
In office 1820-1822 | |
In office 1824-1825 | |
In office 1838-1839 | |
Member of the Alabama Senate | |
In office 1825-1833 | |
In office 1847-1850 | |
Personal details | |
Born | February 18, 1792 (1792-02-18) Hancock County, Georgia |
Died | July 2, 1861 (1861-07-03) (aged 69) Pensacola, Florida |
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Political party | Whig |
Military service | |
Allegiance | ![]() |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Rank | corporal |
Unit | Squadron of Georgia Cavalry |
Battles/wars | War of 1812 |
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