Albert Magnin facts for kids

Albert Magnin was an American politician. He was born on April 13, 1846, and passed away on March 18, 1906. Magnin was a member of the Republican Party. He served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for Delaware County from 1889 to 1892. He also fought in the U.S. Civil War.

Early Life and Army Service

Albert Magnin was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. When he was young, he joined the army. He served in the Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry during the American Civil War.

He held several important roles:

• Sergeant in Company D, 26th Regiment from 1861 to 1864.
• Sergeant in Company C, 99th Regiment from 1864 to 1865.
• Second Lieutenant in Company F, 203rd Regiment in 1865.

On September 11, 1889, Captain Magnin gave a special speech. This was at the dedication of a monument for the 99th Pennsylvania Infantry. The monument was placed at Gettysburg, near a famous spot called Devil's Den.

Albert Magnin's Gravestone in Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania

His Career

Besides his military service, Albert Magnin had other jobs. He worked as a farmer. He also owned and edited a newspaper called the Darby Progress.

Later, he became a politician. He was elected to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He represented Delaware County from 1889 to 1892.

From 1900 to 1906, Magnin served as the Postmaster for Darby, Pennsylvania. A Postmaster is in charge of a local post office.

Personal Life

Albert Magnin was married to Ellen Jane (Fielding) Magnin. They had a large family with four sons and three daughters.

He passed away in Darby, Pennsylvania. He was buried at the Arlington Cemetery in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania.