William H. Wallace
4th Territorial Governor of Washington / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For Confederate general with a similar name, see William Henry Wallace.
William Henson Wallace (July 19, 1811 – February 7, 1879) was an important figure in the early histories of two U.S. states, serving as governor and Congressional delegate from both Washington Territory and Idaho Territory.
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William H. Wallace | |
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Delegate to the U.S. House of Representatives from Idaho Territory's at-large district | |
In office February 1, 1864 – March 3, 1865 | |
Preceded by | District created |
Succeeded by | Edward Dexter Holbrook |
1st Governor of Idaho Territory | |
In office March 10, 1863 – February 1, 1864 | |
Preceded by | Office established |
Succeeded by | Caleb Lyon |
Delegate to the U.S. House of Representatives from Washington Territory's at-large district | |
In office March 4, 1861 – March 3, 1863 | |
Preceded by | Isaac Stevens |
Succeeded by | George E. Cole |
4th Governor of Washington Territory | |
In office April 9, 1861 – 1861 | |
Preceded by | Richard D. Gholson |
Succeeded by | William Pickering |
Personal details | |
Born | William Henson Wallace (1811-07-19)July 19, 1811 Troy, Ohio |
Died | February 7, 1879(1879-02-07) (aged 67) Steilacoom, Washington Territory |
Political party | Republican |
Residence | Tacoma |
Profession | Attorney |
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