Robert McClellan (October 2, 1806 – June 28, 1860) was an American lawyer and politician who served two non-consecutive terms as a U.S. Representative from New York from 1837 to 1839, and from 1841 to 1843.
Robert McClellan | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 8th district | |
| In office March 4, 1841 – March 3, 1843 | |
| Preceded by | Aaron Vanderpoel |
| Succeeded by | Seat eliminated |
| In office March 4, 1837 – March 3, 1839 | |
| Preceded by | Aaron Vanderpoel |
| Succeeded by | Aaron Vanderpoel |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 2, 1806 Livingston, New York, U.S. |
| Died | June 28, 1860 (aged 53) New York City, U.S. |
| Resting place | Greenwood Cemetery |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Williams College |
| Profession | Politician, lawyer |
Biography edit
Born in Livingston, New York, McClellan graduated from Williams College, Williamstown, Massachusetts, in 1825. He studied law. He was admitted to the bar and practiced his profession in Middleburgh, New York from 1828 to 1843.
Congress edit
McClellan was elected as a Democrat to the Twenty-fifth Congress (March 4, 1837 – March 3, 1839).
McClellan was elected to the Twenty-seventh Congress (March 4, 1841 – March 3, 1843).
He served as chairman of the Committee on Patents (Twenty-seventh Congress).
Death edit
He died in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, New York, June 28, 1860. He was interred in Greenwood Cemetery.
Sources edit
- United States Congress. "Robert McClellan (id: M000333)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
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