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Richard Wigginton Thompson

Richard Wigginton Thompson served as a representative for Indiana (1841-1849).

  • Whig
  • Indiana
  • District 7
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Indiana

Representing constituents across the Indiana delegation.

District District 7

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1841-1849

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Richard Wigginton Thompson served as a Representative from Indiana in the United States Congress from 1841 to 1849. A member of the Whig Party, Richard Wigginton Thompson contributed to the legislative process during 2 terms in office.

Richard Wigginton Thompson’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, Richard Wigginton Thompson participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

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