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James Pindall

1783 – 1825

American politician

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About James Pindall

Lived 1783 – 1825 (aged 41–42). James Pindall was an American politician, lawyer and military officer.

James Pindall (November 22, 1825) was a U.S. representative from Virginia.

Born in Monongalia County, Virginia (now West Virginia), Pindall attended the common schools. After studying law, he was admitted to the bar in 1803 and practiced in Morgantown. Later, he moved to Clarksburg and continued the practice of his profession. Over his lifetime, he held various official positions including serving in the Virginia Senate 1808–1812, being a colonel of militia, as well as, being elected as a Federalist to the Fifteenth and Sixteenth Congresses and served from March 4, 1817, until his resignation on July 26, 1820. He died in Clarksburg, Virginia (now West Virginia), November 22, 1825 and was interred in what was known as the Daniel Davisson burial ground in Clarksburg, West Virginia.

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Important facts

Born
1783, Monongalia County
Birth century
Nationality
Positions held
United States representative, Member of the State Senate of Virginia, Member of the United States House of Representatives from Virginia

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped James Pindall's

Frequently asked questions

Who was James Pindall?

American politician (1783-1825)

When was James Pindall born?

James Pindall was born in 1783 in Monongalia County.

When did James Pindall die?

James Pindall died on 22 November 1825 in Clarksburg.

What was James Pindall's occupation?

James Pindall was a politician, lawyer and military officer.

What nationality was James Pindall?

James Pindall was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Pindall

· Wikidata: Q1680989

· DBpedia: James Pindall

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