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John Dickey

John Dickey served as a representative for Pennsylvania (1843-1849).

  • Whig
  • Pennsylvania
  • District 20
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Pennsylvania

Representing constituents across the Pennsylvania delegation.

District District 20

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1843-1849

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

John Dickey, born June 23, 1794, was an American politician who served as a Representative from Pennsylvania in the United States Congress from 1843 to 1849. A member of the Whig Party, Dickey served 2 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives from the state’s 20 congressional district.

Congressional Career

John Dickey was elected to the United States House of Representatives as a member of the Whig Party, representing Pennsylvania from the state’s 20 congressional district. Dickey served from 1843-12-04 to 1849-03-03, contributing to the legislative process during 2 terms in office.

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

Legacy

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

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