Upshur, A. P. (Abel Parker), 1790-1844

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Birth 1790-06-17
Death 1844-02-28
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Abel Parker Upshur (June 17, 1790 - February 28, 1844) was an American lawyer, judge and politician from Virginia. Upshur was active in Virginia state politics and later served as Secretary of the Navy and Secretary of State during the Whig administration of President John Tyler.

From the description of Letter, February 9, 1842. (Naval War College). WorldCat record id: 18168810

U.S. secretary of the navy, jurist, and Virginia public official.

From the description of A. P. Upshur correspondence, 1843 March 3. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 70982224

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Subjects:

  • American literature
  • Federal government
  • Statehood (American politics)

Occupations:

  • Cabinet officers
  • Jurists
  • Public officials

Places:

  • Egypt (as recorded)
  • United States (as recorded)

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