Hardin, Benjamin, 1784-1852

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Birth 1784-02-29
Death 1852-09-24

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Benjamin Hardin, Jr., was considered one of the foremost Kentucky trial lawyers of his day. Hardin also served four years each in the State House and Senate for Kentucky, and five terms in the United States Congress as a State Representative during the period from 1815 to 1837. He served as Secretary of State in Kentucky from 1844-1847, but was removed from office by Governor William Owsley in a policy dispute over patronage appointments.

From the description of Letter, 1835. (Kentucky Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 36037728

Kentucky lawyer, state legislator, and U.S. congressman.

From the description of Letters, 1834-1844. (Filson Historical Society, The). WorldCat record id: 49276097

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  • Kentucky (as recorded)
  • Kentucky (as recorded)
  • Kentucky--Mercer County (as recorded)