James Lloyd (Massachusetts politician)
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James Lloyd (December 1769 – April 5, 1831) was a merchant, businessman and Federalist party politician from Massachusetts during the early years of the United States. He twice served as United States Senator, notably succeeding John Quincy Adams after the latter lost the party vote due to his support of the Embargo Act of 1807.
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James Lloyd | |
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United States Senator from Massachusetts | |
In office June 9, 1808 – May 1, 1813 | |
Preceded by | John Quincy Adams |
Succeeded by | Christopher Gore |
In office June 5, 1822 – May 23, 1826 | |
Preceded by | Harrison Gray Otis |
Succeeded by | Nathaniel Silsbee |
Member of the Massachusetts Senate | |
In office 1804-1812 | |
Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives | |
In office 1800-1804 | |
Personal details | |
Born | December 1769 Boston, Massachusetts |
Died | April 5, 1831(1831-04-05) (aged 61) New York City, New York |
Political party | Federalist |
Alma mater | Harvard College |
Occupation | Merchant |
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