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Robert McClellan

Robert McClellan served as a representative for New York (1837-1843).

  • Democratic
  • New York
  • District 8
  • Former
Portrait of Robert McClellanNew York
Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State New York

Representing constituents across the New York delegation.

District District 8

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1837-1843

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Robert McClellan, born October 02, 1806, was an American politician who served as a Representative from New York in the United States Congress from 1837 to 1843. A member of the Democratic Party, McClellan served 2 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives from the state’s 8 congressional district.

Congressional Career

Robert McClellan was elected to the United States House of Representatives as a member of the Democratic Party, representing New York from the state’s 8 congressional district. McClellan served from 1837-09-04 to 1843-03-03, contributing to the legislative process during 2 terms in office.

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

Legacy

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

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