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John Woodruff

John Woodruff served as a representative for Connecticut (1855-1861).

  • Republican
  • Connecticut
  • District 2
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Connecticut

Representing constituents across the Connecticut delegation.

District District 2

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1855-1861

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

John Woodruff, born February 12, 1826, was an American politician who served as a Representative from Connecticut in the United States Congress from 1855 to 1861. A member of the Republican Party, Woodruff served 2 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives from the state’s 2 congressional district.

Congressional Career

John Woodruff was elected to the United States House of Representatives as a member of the Republican Party, representing Connecticut from the state’s 2 congressional district. Woodruff served from 1855-12-03 to 1861-03-03, contributing to the legislative process during 2 terms in office.

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

Legacy

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

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