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Joseph Richardson

Joseph Richardson served as a representative for Massachusetts (1827-1831).

  • Unknown
  • Massachusetts
  • District 11
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Massachusetts

Representing constituents across the Massachusetts delegation.

District District 11

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1827-1831

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Joseph Richardson, born February 01, 1778, was an American politician who served as a Representative from Massachusetts in the United States Congress from 1827 to 1831. A member of the Unknown Party, Richardson served 2 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives from the state’s 11 congressional district.

Congressional Career

Joseph Richardson was elected to the United States House of Representatives as a member of the Unknown Party, representing Massachusetts from the state’s 11 congressional district. Richardson served from 1827-12-03 to 1831-03-03, contributing to the legislative process during 2 terms in office.

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

Legacy

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

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