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Henry A. Edmundson
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For the similarly-named Confederate Army officer and Virginia state legislator, see Henry A. Edmondson. For others of a similar name, see Henry Edmondson (disambiguation).
Henry Alonzo Edmundson (June 14, 1814 – December 16, 1890) was a 19th-century Virginia lawyer, congressman, farmer, slaveowner and Confederate officer.[1] He served six terms in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1849 to 1861.
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 12th district | |
In office March 4, 1849 – March 3, 1861 | |
Preceded by | William B. Preston |
Succeeded by | Kellian Whaley |
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Born | Henry Alonzo Edmundson (1814-06-14)June 14, 1814 Blacksburg, Virginia, U.S.. |
Died | December 16, 1890(1890-12-16) (aged 76) Shawsville, Virginia, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse |
Mary Lewis
(m. 1840; died 1848) |
Children | 4 |
Education | Georgetown University |
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Military service | |
Allegiance | Confederate States |
Branch/service | Confederate States Army |
Rank | Lieutenant colonel |
Unit | 25th Virginia Cavalry |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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