Brackenridge, H.M. (Henry Marie), 1786-1871

Henry Marie Brackenridge was an American author, politician, traveler, and judge. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, son of jurist and author Hugh Henry Brackenridge, he worked as a lawyer and journalist in Pennsylvania, Missouri, Louisiana, where he became a district judge, and Florida. Returning to Pennsylvania in 1832, he founded the town of Tarentum, and served in the State House of Representatives. He served on several commissions, and published numerous books, mostly history, polemics, and travel writings, including his seminal work, Views of Louisiana, published in 1814.

From the description of H.M. Brackenridge letter to Carey & Hart, 1846 Jan. 26. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 62736212

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