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James Sidney Robinson
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio's 9th district |
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| In office March 4, 1881 – January 12, 1885 |
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| Preceded by | George L. Converse |
| Succeeded by | William C. Cooper |
| 24th Ohio Secretary of State | |
| In office January 12, 1885 – January 14, 1889 |
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| Governor | George Hoadly Joseph B. Foraker |
| Preceded by | James W. Newman |
| Succeeded by | Daniel J. Ryan |
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| Born | October 14, 1827 Mansfield, Ohio |
| Died | January 14, 1892 (aged 64) Kenton, Ohio |
| Resting place | Grove Cemetery, Kenton, Ohio |
| Political party | Republican |
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| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Branch/service | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1865 |
| Rank |  Brigadier General |
| Unit | Army of the Cumberland |
| Commands | Robinson's Brigade, XX Corps |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
James Sidney Robinson (born October 14, 1827 – died January 14, 1892) was an important person from Ohio. He served as a U.S. Representative, which means he helped make laws for the country. He was also a brave general in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
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Early Life and First Jobs
James S. Robinson was born near Mansfield, Ohio. He went to local schools. When he was young, he learned how to print. This skill helped him later in life.
In 1845, he moved to Kenton, Ohio. There, he started working in the newspaper business. He was the editor and publisher of a newspaper called the Kenton Republican. In 1856, he became the Chief Clerk for the Ohio House of Representatives. This was an important job helping the state government.
Service in the Civil War
When the American Civil War began, James Robinson joined the army. He enlisted on April 17, 1861. He started as a captain in the 4th Ohio Infantry.
Early Battles and Promotions
Captain Robinson took part in battles in western Virginia, like the one at Rich Mountain. He was promoted to major in October 1861. He then served under Maj. Gen. John C. Frémont. Robinson became a lieutenant colonel in April 1862. By August 1862, he was a colonel leading the 82nd Ohio Infantry.
He fought in several major battles. These included the Cedar Mountain, the Second Battle of Bull Run, and Chancellorsville.
Wounded at Gettysburg
Colonel Robinson was badly hurt at the Battle of Gettysburg. He was shot in the chest while leading his troops. This happened on the first day of the battle. He needed a long time to get better after his injury.
Later Commands and General Rank
After recovering, Robinson returned to duty. He commanded a group of soldiers called a brigade. He served under Maj. Gen. Joseph Hooker and later Maj. Gen. Alpheus S. Williams. His brigade was part of the XX Corps.
He took part in the 1864 Atlanta Campaign. This was a major series of battles in Georgia. Later, he joined Sherman's March to the Sea. This was a famous march through the South. During the Carolinas Campaign, he fought in the Battle of Bentonville.
On January 12, 1865, James Robinson was made a brigadier general. He left the army on August 31, 1865. Later, in July 1866, President Andrew Johnson honored him. Robinson was given the special rank of brevet major general.
After the War
After the Civil War, James Robinson went back to Ohio. He continued his civilian career. From 1877 to 1879, he led the Republican State Executive Committee of Ohio. In 1880, he was appointed as a commissioner for railroads and telegraphs in the state.
Political Career
Robinson was elected to the United States House of Representatives. He served in the Forty-seventh and Forty-eighth Congresses. He was a member of the Republican Party. His time in Congress lasted from March 4, 1881, to January 12, 1885. He then resigned from Congress.
After leaving Congress, he became the Secretary of State of Ohio. He held this important state office from 1885 to 1889.
James S. Robinson passed away in Kenton, Ohio, on January 14, 1892. He was buried in Grove Cemetery in Kenton.
