John Wales
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John Wales (July 31, 1783 ā December 3, 1863) was an American lawyer and politician from Wilmington, in New Castle County, Delaware. He was a member of the Whig Party who served as U.S. Senator from Delaware.
Quick Facts United States Senator from Delaware, Preceded by ...
John Wales | |
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United States Senator from Delaware | |
In office February 23, 1849 ā March 3, 1851 | |
Preceded by | John M. Clayton |
Succeeded by | James A. Bayard Jr. |
Personal details | |
Born | (1783-07-31)July 31, 1783 New Haven, Connecticut, US |
Died | December 3, 1863(1863-12-03) (aged 80) Wilmington, Delaware, US |
Political party | Whig |
Residence | Wilmington, Delaware |
Alma mater | Yale College |
Profession | Lawyer |
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