About Isaac S. Pennybacker
Lived 1805 – 1847 (aged 41). Isaac S. Pennybacker was an American politician, judge and lawyer.
Isaac Samuels Pennybacker (September 3, 1805 – January 12, 1847) was an American politician, lawyer, and judge. A member of the Democratic Party, he served as United States representative, a United States senator from Virginia, and a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia.
Early life
Born on September 3, 1805, at Pine Forge near Newmarket, Shenandoah County, Virginia, Pennybacker attended an "old field" school and the Winchester Law School. He was admitted to the bar and entered private practice in Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, Virginia until 1837.
Personal life and death
Pennybacker was a cousin of Green Berry Samuels, a United States representative from Virginia.
He died on January 12, 1847, in Washington, D.C. He was interred in Woodbine Cemetery in Harrisonburg.
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Who was Isaac S. Pennybacker?
United States federal judge (1805-1847)
When was Isaac S. Pennybacker born?
Isaac S. Pennybacker was born on 3 September 1805 in New Market.
When did Isaac S. Pennybacker die?
Isaac S. Pennybacker died on 12 January 1847 in Washington, D.C..
What was Isaac S. Pennybacker's occupation?
Isaac S. Pennybacker was a politician, judge and lawyer.
What nationality was Isaac S. Pennybacker?
Isaac S. Pennybacker was American.
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