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George Washington Wright

George Washington Wright served as a representative for California (1849-1851).

  • Independent
  • California
  • District -1
  • Former
Portrait of George Washington Wright California
Role Representative

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State California

Representing constituents across the California delegation.

District District -1

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1849-1851

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

George Washington Wright (June 4, 1816 – April 7, 1885) was a California politician. He was the leading vote getter in a November 1849 at-large election for California’s two seats in the United States House of Representatives following California’s admission to the Union. He served a partial term in the 31st United States Congress (1850-1851).

As a member of the Independent Party representing California, George Washington Wright contributed to the legislative process during 1 term in office. George Washington Wright’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history, participating in the democratic process and representing the interests of constituents.

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