George E. Spencer

George Eliphaz Spencer (November 1, 1836 – February 19, 1893) was an American politician and a U.S. senator from the state of Alabama who also served as an officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War.

George E. Spencer
United States Senator
from Alabama
In office
July 13, 1868 – March 3, 1879
Preceded byBenjamin Fitzpatrick
Succeeded byGeorge S. Houston
Personal details
Born(1836-11-01)November 1, 1836
Champion, New York
DiedFebruary 19, 1893(1893-02-19) (aged 56)
Washington, D.C.
CitizenshipUnited States of America
Political partyRepublican
Spouses
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(m. 1862; died 1867)​
    May Nunez
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    (m. 1877)​
    ProfessionAttorney
    politician
    rancher
    miner
    Military service
    AllegianceUnited States of America
    Branch/serviceUnion Army
    Rank Colonel
    Bvt. Brigadier General
    Commands1st Alabama Cavalry Regiment
    Battles/warsAmerican Civil War
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