About Richard W. Habersham
Lived 1786 – 1842 (aged 56). Richard W. Habersham was an American politician and lawyer.
Richard Wylly Habersham (December 1786 – December 2, 1842) was an American lawyer and politician from Savannah, Georgia. From 1839 to 1842, he served two terms in the U.S. House of Representatives until he died in office.
Education and early career Habersham graduated from Princeton College in 1810. He was appointed United States Attorney and served until his resignation in 1825.
Congress Running as a Whig, he was elected as a representative from Georgia in the United States House of Representatives from 1839 to 1842, and died in office.
Personal life Habersham was the nephew of John Habersham, Joseph Habersham and James Habersham Jr.
Burial He is interred at Old Cemetery in Clarkesville, Georgia.
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Who was Richard W. Habersham?
American lawyer from Savannah, Georgia
When was Richard W. Habersham born?
Richard W. Habersham was born on 1 December 1786 in Savannah.
When did Richard W. Habersham die?
Richard W. Habersham died on 2 December 1842 in Clarkesville.
What was Richard W. Habersham's occupation?
Richard W. Habersham was a politician and lawyer.
What nationality was Richard W. Habersham?
Richard W. Habersham was American.
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