George H. Proffit
George H. Proffit (September 4, 1807 – September 7, 1847) was an American lawyer who served two terms as a U.S. Representative from Indiana from 1839 to 1843.
George Proffit | |
|---|---|
| United States Ambassador to Brazil | |
| In office December 11, 1843 – August 10, 1844 | |
| President | John Tyler |
| Preceded by | William Hunter |
| Succeeded by | Henry A. Wise |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Indiana's 1st district | |
| In office March 4, 1839 – March 3, 1843 | |
| Preceded by | Ratliff Boon |
| Succeeded by | Robert D. Owen |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 4, 1807 New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Died | September 7, 1847 (aged 40) Louisville, Kentucky, U.S |
| Resting place | Walnut Hill Cemetery |
| Political party | Whig |
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