Richard W. Habersham
American politician (1786–1842) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Richard Wylly Habersham (December 1786 – December 2, 1842) was an American lawyer and politician from Savannah, Georgia. From 1839 to 1842, he served two terms in the U.S. House of Representatives until he died in office.
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Richard W. Habersham | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Georgia's at-large district | |
In office March 4, 1839 – December 2, 1842 | |
Preceded by | Hopkins Holsey |
Succeeded by | George W. Crawford |
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Born | December 1786 (1786-12) Savannah, Georgia |
Died | December 2, 1842(1842-12-02) (aged 55–56) Clarkesville, Georgia |
Resting place | Old Cemetery in Clarkesville, Georgia |
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