United States Representative Directory

Edward Livingston Martin

Edward Livingston Martin served as a representative for Delaware (1879-1883).

Democratic
Delaware
District At-Large
Former

Delaware

Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Delaware

Representing constituents across the Delaware delegation.

District District At-Large

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1879-1883

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Edward Livingston Martin (March 29, 1837 – January 22, 1897) was an American lawyer and politician from Seaford, in Sussex County, Delaware. He was a member of the Democratic Party, and served as U.S. Representative from Delaware.

As a member of the Democratic Party representing Delaware, Edward Livingston Martin contributed to the legislative process during 2 terms in office. Edward Livingston Martin’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history, participating in the democratic process and representing the interests of constituents.