John Chambers (politician)
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John Chambers (October 6, 1780 – September 21, 1852) was a U.S. Representative from Kentucky and the second Governor of the Iowa Territory. He was appointed by President William Henry Harrison.[1]
Quick Facts 2nd Governor of Iowa Territory, Preceded by ...
John Chambers | |
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2nd Governor of Iowa Territory | |
In office 1841–1845 | |
Preceded by | Robert Lucas |
Succeeded by | James Clarke |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Kentucky's 12th district | |
In office March 4, 1835 – March 3, 1839 | |
Preceded by | Thomas A. Marshall |
Succeeded by | Garrett Davis |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Kentucky's 2nd district | |
In office December 1, 1828 – March 3, 1829 | |
Preceded by | Thomas Metcalfe |
Succeeded by | Nicholas D. Coleman |
Member of the Kentucky House of Representatives | |
In office 1812 1815 1830–1831 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1780-10-06)October 6, 1780 Somerset County, New Jersey |
Died | September 21, 1852(1852-09-21) (aged 71) Paris, Kentucky |
Political party | Anti-Jacksonian, Whig |
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