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Matthew Locke

Matthew Locke served as a representative for North Carolina (1793-1799).

  • Republican
  • North Carolina
  • District 2
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State North Carolina

Representing constituents across the North Carolina delegation.

District District 2

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1793-1799

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Matthew Locke was an American politician who served as a Representative from North Carolina in the United States Congress from 1793 to 1799. A member of the Republican Party, Locke served 3 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives from the state’s 2 congressional district.

Congressional Career

Matthew Locke was elected to the United States House of Representatives as a member of the Republican Party, representing North Carolina from the state’s 2 congressional district. Locke served from 1793-12-02 to 1799-03-03, contributing to the legislative process during 3 terms in office.

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

Legacy

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

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