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Edward Cross

Edward Cross served as a representative for Arkansas (1839-1845).

  • Democratic
  • Arkansas
  • District 1
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Arkansas

Representing constituents across the Arkansas delegation.

District District 1

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1839-1845

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Edward Cross, born November 11, 1798, was an American politician who served as a Representative from Arkansas in the United States Congress from 1839 to 1845. A member of the Democratic Party, Cross served 3 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives from the state’s 1 congressional district.

Congressional Career

Edward Cross was elected to the United States House of Representatives as a member of the Democratic Party, representing Arkansas from the state’s 1 congressional district. Cross served from 1839-12-02 to 1845-03-03, contributing to the legislative process during 3 terms in office.

During this period of American history, Cross participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of the people of Arkansas. As a Democratic Party member, Cross’s legislative work reflected the political priorities and values of the party’s constituency during this era.

Legacy

Edward Cross’s service in Congress contributed to the legislative history of Arkansas and the broader history of the United States. As a Democratic Party representative from Arkansas, Cross played a role in the governance of the nation during a formative period in American political life.

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