George R. Riddle
George Read Riddle (c. 1817 – March 28, 1867) was an American engineer, lawyer and politician from Wilmington, Delaware. He was a member of the Democratic Party who served as U.S. Representative and as U.S. Senator from Delaware.
George R. Riddle | |
|---|---|
| United States Senator from Delaware | |
| In office February 2, 1864 – March 28, 1867 | |
| Preceded by | James A. Bayard Jr. |
| Succeeded by | James A. Bayard Jr. |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Delaware's At-large district | |
| In office March 4, 1851 – March 3, 1855 | |
| Preceded by | John W. Houston |
| Succeeded by | Elisha D. Cullen |
| Personal details | |
| Born | c. 1817 New Castle, Delaware, U.S. |
| Died | March 29, 1867 (aged 49–50) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Wilmington, Delaware |
| Alma mater | Delaware College |
| Profession | Engineer, lawyer |
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