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John Cochrane

John Cochrane served as a representative for New York (1857-1861).

  • Democratic
  • New York
  • District 6
  • Former
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Role Representative

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State New York

Representing constituents across the New York delegation.

District District 6

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1857-1861

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

John Cochrane served as a Representative from New York in the United States Congress from 1857 to 1861. A member of the Democratic Party, John Cochrane contributed to the legislative process during 2 terms in office.

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

John Cochrane (August 27, 1813 – February 7, 1898) was an American lawyer, soldier, and politician from New York. He was a U.S. Representative, Attorney General of New York, and a Union Army general.

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