Francis B. Spinola
Francis Barretto Spinola (March 19, 1821 – April 14, 1891) was an American politician and military leader often considered to have been the first Italian American to be elected to the United States House of Representatives, serving as a representative from New York from 1887 to 1891. He also served as a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
Francis B. Spinola | |
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BEP engraved portrait of Spinola | |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 10th district | |
| In office March 4, 1887 – April 14, 1891 | |
| Preceded by | Abram S. Hewitt |
| Succeeded by | William Bourke Cockran |
| Member of the New York Senate from the 3rd district | |
| In office 1858–1861 | |
| Preceded by | Dan Sickles |
| Succeeded by | Henry C. Murphy |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 19, 1821 Old Field, New York, U.S. |
| Died | April 14, 1891 (aged 70) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Resting place | Green-Wood Cemetery, Brooklyn, New York City |
| Political party | Democratic |
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| Branch/service | United States Army Union Army |
| Rank | Brigadier general |
| Commands | "Spinola Brigade" (Second Brigade, Second Division, Third Army Corps) |
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