Hamlin, Hannibal, 1809-1891
Dates
- Existence: 1809 - 1891
Biography
Hannibal Hamlin (August 27, 1809 – July 4, 1891) was an American attorney and politician from Maine. In a public service career spanning over 50 years, he served as the 15th vice president of the United States. The first Republican to hold the office, Hamlin served from 1861 to 1865. He is considered among the most influential politicians from Maine.
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
George Mifflin Dallas letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 854664
Mss 854664
Date(s):
1854-12-14
Scope and Contents
Letter from George Mifflin Dallas to Hannibal Hamlin in Washington, DC, introducing John Kintzing Kane and commenting on proposed government mission to search for Elisha Kent Kane.
Hannibal Hamlin letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 847373
Mss 847373
Date(s):
1847-06-23
Abstract
In English.