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James A. Bayard Jr.
American politician (1799–1880) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
James Asheton Bayard Jr. (November 15, 1799 – June 13, 1880) was an American lawyer and politician from Delaware. He was a member of the Democratic Party and served as U.S. Senator from Delaware.
Quick Facts United States Senator from Delaware, Preceded by ...
James A. Bayard Jr. | |
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United States Senator from Delaware | |
In office March 4, 1851 – January 29, 1864 | |
Preceded by | John Wales |
Succeeded by | George R. Riddle |
In office April 5, 1867 – March 3, 1869 | |
Preceded by | George R. Riddle |
Succeeded by | Thomas F. Bayard Sr. |
Personal details | |
Born | James Asheton Bayard Jr. (1799-11-15)November 15, 1799 Wilmington, Delaware |
Died | June 13, 1880(1880-06-13) (aged 80) Wilmington, Delaware |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse |
Anne Francis
(m. 1823; died 1864) |
Relations | Richard H. Bayard (brother) Richard Bassett (grandfather) |
Children | 7, including Thomas |
Parent(s) | James A. Bayard Nancy Bassett Bayard |
Residence | Wilmington, Delaware |
Profession | lawyer |
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