About Alfred H. Powell
Lived 1781 – 1831 (aged 50). Alfred H. Powell was an American politician and lawyer.
Alfred Harrison Powell (March 6, 1781 – August 3, 1831) was a U.S. Representative from Virginia.
Early life Alfred H. Powell was born on March 6, 1781, in Loudoun County, Virginia, to Sarah (née Harrison) and Leven Powell. He graduated from Princeton College. He studied law with Charles Simms of Alexandria and was admitted to the bar.
Career In 1800, Powell commenced a law practice in Winchester, Virginia. He also served as member of the Virginia Senate from 1812 to 1819.
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American politician (1781-1831)
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Alfred H. Powell was born on 6 March 1781 in Loudoun County.
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Alfred H. Powell died on 1 August 1831 in Loudoun County.
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Alfred H. Powell was a politician and lawyer.
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Alfred H. Powell was American.
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