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George O. Belden

George O. Belden

American politician (1797–1833)

George Ogilvie Belden (March 28, 1797 – October 9, 1833) was an American lawyer and politician who served one term as and a U.S. Representative from New York from 1827 to 1829.

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Biography

Born in Norwalk, Connecticut,[1] Belden attended the public schools. He was admitted to the bar and practiced in Monticello, New York.

Tenure in Congress

Belden was elected as a Jacksonian to the Twentieth Congress and served as U. S. Representative for the seventh district of New York from March 4, 1827, to March 3, 1829.[2]

Later career

Afterward, Belden resumed the practice of law. He served as general of the Twenty-third Brigade of Infantry of the State of New York in 1831.[3]

Death

Belden died in Monticello, Sullivan County, New York, on October 9, 1833 (age 36 years, 195 days). He is interred at Old Cemetery on St. John Street, Monticello, New York.[4]

References

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    "George O. Belden". The Political Graveyard. Retrieved 24 August 2013.
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    "George O. Belden". Govtrack US Congress. Retrieved 24 August 2013.
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    "George O. Belden". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress. Retrieved 24 August 2013.
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    "George O. Belden". Find A Grave. Retrieved 24 August 2013.


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