Theodorick Bland (congressman)
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Theodorick Bland (March 21, 1741 – June 1, 1790),[1] also known as Theodorick Bland, Jr., was an American planter, physician, soldier, and politician from Prince George County, Virginia. A major figure in the formation of the new United States government, Bland represented Virginia in both the Continental Congress and the United States House of Representatives (until his death in office), as well as served multiple terms in the Virginia House of Delegates representing Prince George County, which he also represented in the Virginia Ratification Convention (and unsuccessfully opposed ratification).[2]
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Theodorick Bland | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 9th district | |
In office March 4, 1789 – June 1, 1790 | |
Preceded by | position established |
Succeeded by | William B. Giles |
Delegate to the Congress of the Confederation from Virginia | |
In office November 1, 1780 – October 30, 1783 | |
Member of the Virginia House of Delegates from Prince George County | |
In office October 16, 1786 – October 18, 1789 | |
Preceded by | Edward Bland |
Succeeded by | Richard Bland |
Personal details | |
Born | (1741-03-21)March 21, 1741 Prince George County, Colony of Virginia, U.S. |
Died | June 1, 1790(1790-06-01) (aged 49) New York City, U.S. |
Resting place | Congressional Cemetery, Washington, District of Columbia |
Spouse | Elizabeth Randolph |
Profession | Planter, physician, politician |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Continental Army |
Branch/service | Virginia Militia |
Rank | Colonel |
Unit | 1st Continental Light Dragoons |
Battles/wars | American Revolutionary War Battle of Brandywine |
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