George Robison Black
George Robison Black (March 24, 1835 – November 3, 1886) was an American slave owner, politician and lawyer. His wife, Nellie Peters Black, became a prominent social activist.
George Robison Black | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Georgia's 1st district | |
| In office March 4, 1881 – March 3, 1883 | |
| Preceded by | John C. Nicholls |
| Succeeded by | John C. Nicholls |
| Member of the Georgia Senate from the 17th district | |
| In office January 13, 1875 – February 22, 1877 | |
| Preceded by | Joseph S. Cone |
| Succeeded by | Herman H. Perry |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 24, 1835 Near Jacksonboro, Georgia |
| Died | November 3, 1886 (aged 51) Sylvania, Georgia |
| Resting place | Sylvania Cemetery Sylvania, Georgia |
| Citizenship | United States |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Profession | Attorney |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Confederate States of America |
| Branch/service | Confederate States Army |
| Rank | Lieutenant colonel |
| Commands | 63rd Georgia Regiment |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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