James Armstrong (Pennsylvania politician)
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James Armstrong (August 29, 1748 – May 6, 1828) was an American slave owner,[1] physician, judge, and politician.
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James Armstrong | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's At-large district | |
In office March 4, 1793 – March 3, 1795 | |
Preceded by | None |
Succeeded by | None |
Personal details | |
Born | (1748-08-29)August 29, 1748 Carlisle, Province of Pennsylvania, British America |
Died | May 6, 1828(1828-05-06) (aged 79) Carlisle, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Political party | Pro-Administration |
Spouse |
Mary Stevenson
(m. 1789; died 1813) |
Relations | John Armstrong Jr. (brother) |
Children | 9 |
Parent | John Armstrong Sr. |
Education | Philadelphia Academy Nassau Hall |
Alma mater | University of Pennsylvania |
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