Francis B. Spinola
Francis Barretto Spinola (March 19, 1821 – April 14, 1891) was an American politician and military leader often considered to have been the first Italian American[1] to be elected to the United States House of Representatives, serving as a representative from New York from 1887 to 1891. He also served as a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
Francis B. Spinola | |
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_engraved_portrait.jpg) BEP engraved portrait of Spinola | |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 10th district | |
| In office March 4, 1887 – April 14, 1891 | |
| Preceded by | Abram S. Hewitt |
| Succeeded by | William Bourke Cockran |
| Member of the New York Senate from the 3rd district | |
| In office 1858–1861 | |
| Preceded by | Dan Sickles |
| Succeeded by | Henry C. Murphy |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 19, 1821 Old Field, New York, U.S. |
| Died | April 14, 1891 (aged 70) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Resting place | Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn, New York City |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Military service | |
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| Branch/service | United States Army Union Army |
| Rank | Brigadier general |
| Commands | "Spinola Brigade" (Second Brigade, Second Division, Third Army Corps) |
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