Letcher, Robert Perkins, 1788-1861

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Dates

Existence: 1788 - 1861

Biography

Robert Perkins Letcher (February 10, 1788 – January 24, 1861) was a politician and lawyer from the US state of Kentucky. He served as a U.S. Representative, Minister to Mexico, and the 15th Governor of Kentucky. He also served in the Kentucky General Assembly where he was Speaker of the House in 1837 and 1838. A strong supporter of the Whig Party, he was a friend of Henry Clay and John J. Crittenden.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Robert Perkins Letcher letter

Collection

Identifier: Mss 843607

Webster Mss 843607

Date(s): 1843-11-07

Abstract

In English.