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James Ervin

James Ervin served as a representative for South Carolina (1817-1821).

  • Republican
  • South Carolina
  • District 3
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State South Carolina

Representing constituents across the South Carolina delegation.

District District 3

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1817-1821

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

James Ervin, born October 17, 1778, was an American politician who served as a Representative from South Carolina in the United States Congress from 1817 to 1821. A member of the Republican Party, Ervin served 2 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives from the state’s 3 congressional district.

Congressional Career

James Ervin was elected to the United States House of Representatives as a member of the Republican Party, representing South Carolina from the state’s 3 congressional district. Ervin 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, Ervin participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of the people of South Carolina. As a Republican Party member, Ervin’s legislative work reflected the political priorities and values of the party’s constituency during this era.

Legacy

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

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