William W. Boyce
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William Waters Boyce (October 24, 1818 – February 3, 1890) was a slave owner,[1] attorney, South Carolina state politician, and a U.S. Congressman. He was also a prominent Confederate States of America politician during the American Civil War.
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William Waters Boyce | |
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Member of the C.S. House of Representatives from South Carolina's 6th district | |
In office February 18, 1862 – March 18, 1865 | |
Preceded by | Position established |
Succeeded by | Position abolished |
Member of the C.S. Congress from South Carolina | |
In office February 8, 1861 – February 17, 1862 | |
Preceded by | Position established |
Succeeded by | Position abolished |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from South Carolina's 6th district | |
In office March 4, 1853 – December 21, 1860 | |
Preceded by | William Aiken |
Succeeded by | Position abolished George Dargan (1883) |
Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives | |
In office 1846–1847 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1818-10-24)October 24, 1818 Charleston, South Carolina |
Died | February 3, 1890(1890-02-03) (aged 71) |
Nationality | American |
Political party | Democratic |
Alma mater | South Carolina College University of Virginia |
Occupation | Lawyer |
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