About William Kelly
Lived 1786 – 1834 (aged 47). William Kelly was an American politician, lawyer and judge.
William Kelly (September 22, 1786 – August 24, 1834) was an American politician, who served as the Democratic-Republican U.S. senator from the state of Alabama from December 12, 1822, to 1825. He was originally elected to fill the remainder of John Williams Walker's term, who resigned.
Early life Kelly on September 22, 1786, was born in South Carolina.
Political life After serving as a U.S. senator until 1825, he became a member of the Alabama House of Representatives.
Late life On August 24, 1834, Kelly died in New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana.
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Who was William Kelly?
American politician (1786-1834)
When was William Kelly born?
William Kelly was born on 22 September 1786 in South Carolina.
When did William Kelly die?
William Kelly died on 24 August 1834 in New Orleans.
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William Kelly was a politician, lawyer and judge.
What nationality was William Kelly?
William Kelly was American.
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· DBpedia: William Kelly (Alabama politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Kelly. https://biography.guide/william-kelly/
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