George E. Spencer
American politician (1836–1893) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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George Eliphaz Spencer (November 1, 1836 – February 19, 1893) was an American politician and a U.S. senator from the state of Alabama who also served as an officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
Quick Facts United States Senator from Alabama, Preceded by ...
George E. Spencer | |
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United States Senator from Alabama | |
In office July 13, 1868 – March 3, 1879 | |
Preceded by | Benjamin Fitzpatrick |
Succeeded by | George S. Houston |
Personal details | |
Born | (1836-11-01)November 1, 1836 Champion, New York |
Died | February 19, 1893(1893-02-19) (aged 56) Washington, D.C. |
Citizenship | United States of America |
Political party | Republican |
Spouses | |
Profession | Attorney politician rancher miner |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Branch/service | Union Army |
Rank | Colonel Bvt. Brigadier General |
Commands | 1st Alabama Cavalry Regiment |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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