Walter Booth
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Walter Booth (December 8, 1791 – April 30, 1870) was a Major General, manufacturing Entrepreneur, and United States representative from Connecticut.
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Walter Booth | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Connecticut's 2nd district | |
In office March 4, 1849 – March 3, 1851 | |
Preceded by | Samuel D. Hubbard |
Succeeded by | Colin M. Ingersoll |
Member of the Connecticut House of Representatives | |
In office 1838 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1791-12-08)December 8, 1791 Woodbridge, Connecticut, U.S. |
Died | April 30, 1870(1870-04-30) (aged 78) Meriden, Connecticut, U.S. |
Political party | United States Free Soil Party |
Spouse | Sarah H. Booth |
Occupation | Politician, Manufacturer |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Connecticut United States |
Branch/service | Connecticut State Militia |
Rank | Colonel Brigadier General |
Commands | Tenth Regiment First Division |
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