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Henry Shaw

Henry Shaw served as a representative for Massachusetts (1817-1821).

  • Republican
  • Massachusetts
  • District 7
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Massachusetts

Representing constituents across the Massachusetts delegation.

District District 7

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1817-1821

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Henry Shaw was an American politician who served as a Representative from Massachusetts in the United States Congress from 1817 to 1821. A member of the Republican Party, Shaw served 2 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives from the state’s 7 congressional district.

Congressional Career

Henry Shaw was elected to the United States House of Representatives as a member of the Republican Party, representing Massachusetts from the state’s 7 congressional district. Shaw served from 1817-12-01 to 1821-03-03, contributing to the legislative process during 2 terms in office.

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

Legacy

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

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