William Wall (New York politician)
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William Wall (March 20, 1800 ā April 20, 1872) was an American businessman, banker, and politician who served one term as a U.S. Representative from New York during the American Civil War.
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William Wall | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 5th district | |
In office March 4, 1861 ā March 3, 1863 | |
Preceded by | William B. Maclay |
Succeeded by | Fernando Wood |
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Born | (1800-03-20)March 20, 1800 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | April 20, 1872(1872-04-20) (aged 72) Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
Resting place | Green-Wood Cemetery, Kings County, New York, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Other political affiliations | Whig |
Occupation | Businessman, cordage manufacturer |
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