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Ralph Izard
American politician (1741/42-1804) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
This article is about the U.S. Congressman. For his son, who distinguished himself at the burning of the Philadelphia at Tripoli, see Ralph Izard (naval officer).
Not to be confused with Ralph Izzard.
Ralph Izard (January 23, 1741/1742 – May 30, 1804) was an American politician who served as president pro tempore of the United States Senate in 1794.[1]
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Quick Facts President pro tempore of the United States Senate, Preceded by ...
Ralph Izard | |
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![]() Ralph Izard, 1793, by John Trumbull | |
President pro tempore of the United States Senate | |
In office May 31, 1794 – November 9, 1794 | |
Preceded by | John Langdon |
Succeeded by | Henry Tazewell |
United States Senator from South Carolina | |
In office March 4, 1789 – March 4, 1795 | |
Preceded by | Position established |
Succeeded by | Jacob Read |
Delegate from South Carolina to the Congress of the Confederation | |
In office November 4, 1782 – November 1, 1783 | |
Personal details | |
Born | January 23, 1741 / 1742 near Charleston, South Carolina |
Died | May 30, 1804 (aged 62–63) near Charleston, South Carolina |
Political party | Pro-Administration |
Spouse | Alice De Lancey Izard |
Children | Henry Izard Ralph Izard George Izard Charlotte Izard |
Alma mater | Trinity Hall, Cambridge |
Profession | Planter |
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