James Cooper (Pennsylvania politician)
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James Cooper (May 8, 1810 – March 28, 1863) was an American lawyer, soldier, and politician, who served in the United States Congress.
Quick Facts United States Senator from Pennsylvania, Preceded by ...
James Cooper | |
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United States Senator from Pennsylvania | |
In office March 4, 1849 – March 4, 1855 | |
Preceded by | Simon Cameron |
Succeeded by | William Bigler |
Attorney General of Pennsylvania | |
In office July 31, 1848 – December 30, 1848 | |
Governor | William F. Johnston |
Preceded by | Benjamin Champneys |
Succeeded by | Cornelius Darragh |
Member of the United States House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's 12th district | |
In office March 4, 1839 – March 3, 1843 | |
Preceded by | Daniel Sheffer |
Succeeded by | Almon H. Read |
Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives | |
In office 1840 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1810-05-08)May 8, 1810 Frederick County, Maryland, U.S. |
Died | March 28, 1863(1863-03-28) (aged 52) Columbus, Ohio, U.S. |
Resting place | Mount Olivet Cemetery Frederick, Maryland, U.S. |
Political party | Whig |
Spouse | Jane Mary Miller |
Education | Mount St. Mary's University |
Alma mater | Washington College |
Profession | Politician, lawyer |
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Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America Union |
Branch/service | Union Army |
Years of service | 1861–1863 |
Rank | Brigadier General |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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