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Marcy, William L., 1786-1857

American politician

William Learned Marcy was an American lawyer, politician, and judge who served as U.S. Senator, Governor of New York, U.S. Secretary of War and U.S. Secretary of State. In the latter office, he negotiated the Gadsden Purchase, the last major acquisition of land in the continental United States. (Source: Wikipedia)

Born: 1786
Died: 1857
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AFFILIATION:

  • New York (State) -- Governor (1833-1839 : Marcy)

VARIANT NAMES:

  • Marcy, William Learned
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