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Marriott Henry Brosius
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's 10th district |
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| In office March 4, 1889 – March 16, 1901 |
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| Preceded by | William H. Sowden |
| Succeeded by | Henry B. Cassel |
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| Born | March 7, 1843 Colerain Township, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | March 16, 1901 (aged 58) Lancaster, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan Law School |
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| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Branch/service | Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1865 |
| Rank | Second Lieutenant |
| Unit | 97th Pennsylvania Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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Marriott Henry Brosius (March 7, 1843 – March 16, 1901) was an important American politician. He was a member of the Republican Party and served in the U.S. House of Representatives for Pennsylvania.
Early Life and Military Service
Marriott Brosius was born in Colerain Township, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. He went to school at Thomas Baker's Academy.
When the American Civil War began, Marriott Brosius joined the army. He became a private in the Ninety-seventh Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, in October 1861. He served for three years and then joined again in May 1864. He left the army in December 1864. Because he showed great courage in battle, he was promoted to a second lieutenant on February 28, 1865.
After the war, he continued his education. He attended the State Normal School in Millersville, Pennsylvania. Later, he studied law at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. In 1868, he became a lawyer and started his own practice in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Serving in Congress
Marriott Brosius was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives as a Republican. He served for seven terms, starting with the 51st Congress.
During his time in Congress, he led important committees. He was the chairman of the United States House Committee on Reform in the Civil Service for two terms. This committee worked on making sure government jobs were given fairly. He also chaired the United States House Committee on Banking and Currency. This committee dealt with important issues about banks and money.
Marriott Brosius served in Congress until he passed away in Lancaster in 1901. He was 58 years old. He is buried in Greenwood Cemetery.
