George H. Proffit
United States politician from Indiana (1807–1847) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
George H. Proffit (September 4, 1807 – September 7, 1847) was an American lawyer who served two terms as a U.S. Representative from Indiana from 1839 to 1843.
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George Proffit | |
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United States Ambassador to Brazil | |
In office December 11, 1843 – August 10, 1844 | |
President | John Tyler |
Preceded by | William Hunter |
Succeeded by | Henry A. Wise |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Indiana's 1st district | |
In office March 4, 1839 – March 3, 1843 | |
Preceded by | Ratliff Boon |
Succeeded by | Robert D. Owen |
Personal details | |
Born | (1807-09-04)September 4, 1807 New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
Died | September 7, 1847(1847-09-07) (aged 40) Louisville, Kentucky, U.S |
Resting place | Walnut Hill Cemetery |
Political party | Whig |
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