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John Galbraith

John Galbraith served as a representative for Pennsylvania (1833-1841).

  • Democratic
  • Pennsylvania
  • District 25
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Pennsylvania

Representing constituents across the Pennsylvania delegation.

District District 25

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1833-1841

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

John Galbraith, born August 02, 1794, was an American politician who served as a Representative from Pennsylvania in the United States Congress from 1833 to 1841. A member of the Democratic Party, Galbraith served 3 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives from the state’s 25 congressional district.

Congressional Career

John Galbraith was elected to the United States House of Representatives as a member of the Democratic Party, representing Pennsylvania from the state’s 25 congressional district. Galbraith served from 1833-12-02 to 1841-03-03, contributing to the legislative process during 3 terms in office.

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

Legacy

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

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