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George Douglas Wise

George Douglas Wise served as a representative for Virginia (1881-1895).

  • Democratic
  • Virginia
  • District 3
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Virginia

Representing constituents across the Virginia delegation.

District District 3

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1881-1895

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

George Douglas Wise served as a Representative from Virginia in the United States Congress from 1881 to 1895. A member of the Democratic Party, George Douglas Wise contributed to the legislative process during 7 terms in office.

George Douglas Wise’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, George Douglas Wise participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

George Douglas Wise (June 4, 1831 – February 4, 1908) was an American slave owner, white supremacist, and U.S. Representative from Virginia. He was nephew of Henry Alexander Wise, and cousin of John Sergeant Wise and Richard Alsop Wise.

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