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Henry D. McHenry

1826 – 1890

American politician

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About Henry D. McHenry

Lived 1826 – 1890 (aged 64). Henry D. McHenry was an American politician and lawyer.

Henry Davis McHenry (February 27, 1826 – December 17, 1890) was a U.S. Representative from Kentucky, son of John Hardin McHenry.

Born in Hartford, Kentucky, McHenry attended the public schools at Hartford, and was graduated from the law department of Transylvania University, Lexington, Kentucky, in 1845. He was admitted to the bar in 1845 and commenced practice in Hartford. He served as member of the Kentucky House of Representatives 1851–1853 and 1865–1867. He served in the Kentucky State Senate 1861–1865. He served as member of the Democratic National Committee from 1872 until his death.

McHenry was elected as a Democrat to the Forty-second Congress (March 4, 1871 – March 3, 1873). He resumed the practice of his profession in Hartford. He served as delegate to the State constitutional convention in 1890. He died in Hartford, Kentucky, December 17, 1890. He was interred in Oakwood Cemetery. The town of McHenry, Kentucky is named in his honor.

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Birth century
Occupation
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Education
Transylvania University
Positions held
United States representative, Member of the Kentucky House of Representatives, Member of the State Senate of Kentucky
Also known as
Henry Davis McHenry

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Henry D. McHenry?

American politician (1826-1890)

When was Henry D. McHenry born?

Henry D. McHenry was born on 27 February 1826 in Hartford.

When did Henry D. McHenry die?

Henry D. McHenry died on 17 December 1890 in Hartford.

What was Henry D. McHenry's occupation?

Henry D. McHenry was a politician and lawyer.

What nationality was Henry D. McHenry?

Henry D. McHenry was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Henry D. McHenry

· Wikidata: Q915318

· DBpedia: Henry D. McHenry

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