James Seddon
American lawyer and politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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James Alexander Seddon (July 13, 1815 – August 19, 1880) was an American lawyer and politician who served two terms as a Representative in the United States Congress, as a member of the Democratic Party. Seddon was appointed Confederate States Secretary of War by Jefferson Davis during the American Civil War.
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James Seddon | |
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4th Confederate States Secretary of War | |
In office November 21, 1862 – February 5, 1865 | |
President | Jefferson Davis |
Preceded by | George Randolph |
Succeeded by | John Breckinridge |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 6th district | |
In office March 4, 1849 – March 3, 1851 | |
Preceded by | John Botts |
Succeeded by | John Caskie |
In office March 4, 1845 – March 3, 1847 | |
Preceded by | John Jones |
Succeeded by | John Botts |
Personal details | |
Born | James Alexander Seddon (1815-07-13)July 13, 1815 Falmouth, Virginia |
Died | August 19, 1880(1880-08-19) (aged 65) Goochland County, Virginia |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Sarah Bruce |
Alma mater | University of Virginia |
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