Alfred H. Powell
For the architect and designer, see Alfred Hoare Powell.
Alfred H. Powell (March 6, 1781 – 1831) was a U.S. Representative from Virginia.
Born in Loudoun County, Virginia, Powell was graduated from Princeton College. He studied law, was admitted to the bar, and commenced practice in Winchester, Virginia in 1800. He also served as member of the state senate in 1812–1819.
Powell was elected as an Adams candidate to the Nineteenth Congress (March 4, 1825 – March 3, 1827). He served as delegate to the state constitutional convention in 1830. He died in Loudoun County, Virginia, in 1831.
Sources
- United States Congress. "Alfred H. Powell (id: P000478)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
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| Preceded by Jared Williams |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 17th congressional district 1825–1827 |
Succeeded by Robert Allen |
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