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Beverly Browne Douglas
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 1st district |
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| In office March 4, 1875 – December 22, 1878 |
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| Preceded by | James B. Sener |
| Succeeded by | Richard L. T. Beale |
| Member of the Virginia Senate from King William, King and Queen and Essex Counties | |
| In office 1852–1865 |
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| Preceded by | District created |
| Succeeded by | District abolished |
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| Born | December 21, 1822 Providence Forge, Virginia |
| Died | December 22, 1878 (aged 56) Washington, D.C. |
| Resting place | Zoar, Aylett, Virginia |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | College of William and Mary Yale College University of Edinburgh |
| Occupation | Attorney |
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| Allegiance |  Confederate States |
| Branch/service |  Confederate States Army |
| Rank |  Major |
| Unit |  5th Virginia Cavalry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Beverly Browne Douglas was an important politician from Virginia. He served in the United States House of Representatives. He was born on December 21, 1822, and passed away on December 22, 1878.
Early Life and Education
Beverly Browne Douglas was born in a place called Providence Forge, Virginia. As a young student, he went to Rumford Academy. Later, he attended several colleges. He studied at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. He also went to Yale College and the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. After his studies abroad, he returned to the College of William and Mary. He graduated from their law program in 1843.
Starting His Career
In 1844, Douglas became a lawyer. He started his law practice in Norfolk, Virginia. Two years later, in 1846, he moved to King William County, Virginia. There, he continued to work as a lawyer.
Douglas also became involved in politics. He was chosen to be a delegate for the Virginia Constitutional Convention of 1850. This was a big meeting to help write new rules for the state. He was one of five people elected from his area. This area included his home county of King William, plus Caroline, Spotsylvania, and Hanover Counties.
Political and Military Service
From 1852 to 1865, Beverly Browne Douglas served in the Senate of Virginia. This was an important role in the state government. In 1860, he supported the Democratic candidates, Breckinridge and Lane, for president and vice president.
During the American Civil War, Douglas joined the Confederate States Army. He started as a first lieutenant in a group called Lee's Rangers. He was later promoted to the rank of major in the 5th Virginia Cavalry.
After the war, Douglas continued his political career. He was elected to the United States House of Representatives. He served as a Democrat for two terms. His time in Congress began on March 4, 1875. He served until his death on December 22, 1878.
Death
Beverly Browne Douglas passed away in Washington, D.C.. He was buried in his family's burial ground. This place is called "Zoar," and it is near Aylett, Virginia.
