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George William Brent

1821 – 1872

Virginia lawyer, politician, and Confederate officer

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About George William Brent

Lived 1821 – 1872 (aged 50–51). George William Brent was an American military officer and politician.

George William Brent (1821–1872), was a Virginia lawyer and politician, and a Confederate officer during the American Civil War. He represented Fauquier County and Rappahannock Counties in the Virginia Senate and Alexandria, Virginia in the Virginia Secession Convention of 1861.

Early and family life George William Brent was born in Alexandria, Virginia, to George F. Brent (tax collector for the Port of Alexandria) and his wife Elizabeth Parsons Brent in August 1821. He studied law at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia, and graduated in 1842.

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Important facts

Born
1821, Alexandria
Birth century
19th century
Died
2 January 1872, Alexandria
Occupation
Military officer, politician
Nationality
United States
Education
University of Virginia
Positions held
Member of the State Senate of Virginia

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George William Brent?

Virginia lawyer, politician, and Confederate officer

When was George William Brent born?

George William Brent was born in 1821 in Alexandria.

When did George William Brent die?

George William Brent died on 2 January 1872 in Alexandria.

What was George William Brent's occupation?

George William Brent was a military officer and politician.

What nationality was George William Brent?

George William Brent was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George William Brent

· Wikidata: Q28089425

· DBpedia: George William Brent

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