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William H. Wadsworth
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Kentucky's 9th district |
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| In office March 4, 1861 – March 3, 1865 March 4, 1885 – March 3, 1887 |
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| Preceded by | Laban T. Moore William Wirt Culbertson |
| Succeeded by | Samuel McKee George M. Thomas |
| Member of the Kentucky Senate | |
| In office 1853–1856 |
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| Born | July 4, 1821 Maysville, Kentucky |
| Died | April 2, 1893 (aged 71) Maysville, Kentucky |
| Resting place | Maysville Cemetery |
| Political party | Unionist Republican |
| Alma mater | Augusta College |
| Profession | Lawyer |
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| Allegiance |  Union |
| Branch/service |  Union Army |
| Rank |  Colonel |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Ivy Mountain (American Civil War) |
William Henry Wadsworth (born July 4, 1821 – died April 2, 1893) was an important American politician from Kentucky. He served as a U.S. Representative, which means he was a member of the U.S. Congress.
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Early Life and Education
William H. Wadsworth was born in Maysville, Kentucky, on July 4, 1821. He went to private schools in his town and county. He later studied law at Augusta College in Bracken County, Kentucky. He finished his studies there in 1841.
Becoming a Lawyer
After college, William Wadsworth continued his law studies. He became a lawyer in 1844. He then started his own law practice in Maysville, Kentucky.
Political Career
William Wadsworth had a long career in politics. He served in both state and national government roles.
Serving in Kentucky
From 1853 to 1856, Wadsworth was a member of the Kentucky State Senate. This is part of Kentucky's state government. In 1860, he was chosen as a presidential elector. He supported the Constitutional Union Party in that election.
First Time in Congress
Wadsworth was elected to the U.S. Congress as a Unionist. He served two terms, from March 4, 1861, to March 3, 1865. During this time, the American Civil War was happening. He voted against the Thirteenth Amendment, which ended slavery. He did not run for re-election in 1864.
Role During the Civil War
During the Civil War, Wadsworth helped the Union Army. He was an aide to General Nelson. He held the rank of colonel. He was involved in the Battle of Ivy Mountain.
After the War
In 1869, President Grant appointed Wadsworth as a U.S. commissioner to Mexico. His job was to help settle claims between the two countries. This was part of a treaty signed in Washington.
Second Time in Congress
Wadsworth was elected to Congress again in 1885. This time, he was a Republican. He served from March 4, 1885, to March 3, 1887. He did not seek re-election in 1886.
Later Life and Legacy
After his time in Congress, William Wadsworth went back to working as a lawyer. He passed away in Maysville, Kentucky, on April 2, 1893. He was buried in Maysville Cemetery.
