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Frederick S. Lovell
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| 11th Speaker of the Wisconsin State Assembly | |
| In office January 13, 1858 – January 12, 1859 |
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| Preceded by | Wyman Spooner |
| Succeeded by | William P. Lyon |
| Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the Kenosha 1st district |
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| In office January 1, 1857 – January 1, 1859 |
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| Preceded by | Henry Johnson |
| Succeeded by | George Bennett |
| Member of the Council of the Wisconsin Territory from Racine County | |
| In office January 4, 1847 – March 13, 1848 Serving with
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| Preceded by | Michael Frank |
| Succeeded by | Position Abolished |
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Frederick Solon Lovell
November 1, 1813 Bennington, Vermont |
| Died | May 15, 1878 (aged 64) Kenosha, Wisconsin |
| Resting place | Green Ridge Cemetery Kenosha, Wisconsin |
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| Alma mater | Hobart College |
| Profession | lawyer, politician |
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| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States ArmyUnion Army |
| Years of service | 1862–1865 |
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| Unit | 33rd Reg. Wis. Vol. Infantry |
| Commands | 46th Reg. Wis. Vol. Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Frederick Solon Lovell (November 1, 1813 – May 14, 1878) was an American lawyer and politician. He was an important leader in Wisconsin, serving as the 11th Speaker of the Wisconsin State Assembly. He also helped write Wisconsin's constitution and was an officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
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Frederick S. Lovell's Life Story
Frederick S. Lovell was born in Bennington, Vermont, on November 1, 1813. He went to Hobart College. In 1837, he moved to Southport, which is now Kenosha, Wisconsin, and became a lawyer. He passed away on May 14, 1878.
Lovell's Political Career
Lovell was involved in politics from early on. He helped create the state of Wisconsin.
Helping Write Wisconsin's Constitution
Lovell was a delegate to two important meetings called the Wisconsin Constitutional Conventions. These meetings happened in 1846 and 1848. He represented Racine County, which at that time included both modern-day Racine and Kenosha counties.
Serving in the Wisconsin Legislature
Before Wisconsin became a state, Lovell served in the Wisconsin Territorial Council. This was like a government council for the Wisconsin Territory.
Later, after Kenosha County became its own separate county, Lovell was elected to represent it. He served in the Wisconsin State Assembly in 1857 and 1858. In 1858, his fellow lawmakers chose him to be the Speaker of the Assembly. This meant he was in charge of leading the meetings and debates. Lovell was a member of the Republican Party.
Lovell's Military Service
Frederick S. Lovell also had a brave military career during the American Civil War.
Joining the Union Army
In August 1862, Lovell joined the Union Army. He was made a Lieutenant Colonel in the 33rd Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment. This regiment was formed in Racine, Wisconsin.
Fighting in Key Battles
The 33rd Wisconsin Regiment fought in the Western part of the Civil War. They were part of General Ulysses S. Grant's army. Lovell's regiment took part in the Vicksburg campaign, which was a very important series of battles. This included the Siege of Vicksburg.
After his commander was promoted, Lieutenant Colonel Lovell led the 33rd Regiment for much of 1863 and 1864. He led them during the Battle of Nashville in December 1864.
Promotion to Colonel
In January 1865, Lovell was promoted to Colonel. He was then given command of a new group, the 46th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment. This regiment did not fight in major battles. Instead, they helped protect important supply lines until the war ended.
Lovell left the army on September 27, 1865. Later, in 1866, he was given the honorary rank of Brevet Brigadier General for his service.
