George Robison Black
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George Robison Black (March 24, 1835 – November 3, 1886) was an American slave owner,[2] politician and lawyer. His wife, Nellie Peters Black, became a prominent social activist.[3]
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George Robison Black | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Georgia's 1st district | |
In office March 4, 1881 – March 3, 1883 | |
Preceded by | John C. Nicholls |
Succeeded by | John C. Nicholls |
Member of the Georgia Senate from the 17th district | |
In office January 13, 1875 – February 22, 1877 | |
Preceded by | Joseph S. Cone |
Succeeded by | Herman H. Perry |
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Born | March 24, 1835 (1835-03-24) Near Jacksonboro, Georgia |
Died | November 3, 1886 (1886-11-04) (aged 51) Sylvania, Georgia |
Resting place | Sylvania Cemetery[1] Sylvania, Georgia |
Citizenship | United States |
Political party | Democratic |
Profession | Attorney |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Confederate States of America |
Branch/service | Confederate States Army |
Rank | Lieutenant colonel |
Commands | 63rd Georgia Regiment |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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