George R. Davis (Illinois politician)
George Royal Davis (January 3, 1840 – November 25, 1899) was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.
George R. Davis | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois's 3rd district | |
| In office March 4, 1883 – March 3, 1885 | |
| Preceded by | Charles B. Farwell |
| Succeeded by | James H. Ward |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois's 2nd district | |
| In office March 4, 1879 – March 3, 1883 | |
| Preceded by | Carter H. Harrison |
| Succeeded by | John F. Finerty |
| Personal details | |
| Born | George Royal Davis January 3, 1840 Palmer, Massachusetts, US |
| Died | November 25, 1899 (aged 59) Chicago, Illinois, US |
| Resting place | Rosehill Cemetery, Chicago |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Gertrude Schulin (m. 1867) |
| Alma mater | Williston Seminary |
| Occupation | Director General, financial agent, Senior Colonel, treasurer |
| Profession | Business, law |
| Signature | |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | Union Army Illinois National Guard |
| Years of service | 1862–1865 18??-18?? |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | 8th Massachusetts Militia 2nd Massachusetts Heavy Artillery |
| Commands | 3rd Rhode Island Cavalry 1st Regiment, Illinois National Guard |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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