Charles L. Scott
Charles Lewis Scott (January 23, 1827 – April 30, 1899) was an American lawyer, politician, and Civil War veteran. He served two terms in the United States House of Representatives as a Democrat from California from 1857 to 1861.
Charles L. Scott | |
|---|---|
| United States Ambassador to Venezuela | |
| In office April 28, 1885 – January 18, 1889 | |
| President | Grover Cleveland |
| Preceded by | Jehu Baker |
| Succeeded by | William L. Scruggs |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from California's at-large district | |
| In office March 4, 1857 – March 3, 1861 | |
| Preceded by | Philemon T. Herbert |
| Succeeded by | Aaron A. Sargent |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 23, 1827 Richmond, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | April 30, 1899 (aged 72) Mobile County, Alabama, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Relations | Charles L. Scott (grandson) |
| Alma mater | College of William and Mary |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Confederate States |
| Branch/service | Confederate States Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1862 |
| Rank | Major |
| Battles/wars | |
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