Henry Moses Pollard facts for kids
Henry Moses Pollard (born June 14, 1836 – died February 24, 1904) was an important American politician. He served as a U.S. Representative for the state of Missouri. A U.S. Representative is someone elected to speak for their district in the national government.
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Early Life and Education
Henry Moses Pollard was born in Plymouth, Vermont. He went to local schools as a child. Later, he attended Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire. He graduated from Dartmouth in 1857.
After college, Henry moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. There, he began studying law. He worked hard and became a lawyer in 1861. This meant he was allowed to practice law and represent people in court.
Serving His Country
When the Civil War began, Henry Moses Pollard returned to Vermont. He joined the Union Army and served as a major. A major is a military rank, like a leader of a group of soldiers. He was part of the Eighth Regiment, Vermont Volunteers.
After the war ended, Henry moved to Chillicothe, Missouri, in 1865. He continued his work as a lawyer there.
Public Service in Missouri
Henry Moses Pollard became active in public service in Missouri. In 1874, he was elected as the mayor of Chillicothe. The mayor is the leader of a city. Two years later, in 1876, he became the county attorney. This role meant he was the chief lawyer for the county government.
Time in Congress
Henry Moses Pollard was a member of the Republican Party. In 1877, he was elected to the United States Congress. He served in the Forty-fifth Congress, which means he was part of the 45th group of representatives to serve. His term lasted from March 4, 1877, to March 3, 1879.
After his first term, he tried to be re-elected to the Forty-sixth Congress, but he did not win.
Later Life and Legacy
In 1879, Henry Moses Pollard moved to St. Louis, Missouri. He continued to work as a lawyer in that city. He practiced law until he passed away on February 24, 1904.
Henry Moses Pollard was buried in Edgewood Cemetery, back in Chillicothe, Missouri. He is remembered for his service as a soldier, a lawyer, and a politician who represented the people of Missouri.
