Henry C. Allen (Virginia politician)
Henry Clay Allen (March 19, 1838 – October 31, 1889) was a Virginia lawyer and politician. He represented Shenandoah County in the Virginia House of Delegates, and served as that body's Speaker from 1877 until 1879.
Henry C. Allen | |
|---|---|
Allen (c. 1875) | |
| 32nd Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates | |
| In office 1877–1879 | |
| Preceded by | J. Marshall Hanger |
| Succeeded by | Benjamin W. Lacy |
| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates from Shenandoah County | |
| In office December 1, 1875 – December 2, 1879 Serving with Joseph B. Strayer, David S. Henkel | |
| Preceded by | Harrison Riddleberger |
| Succeeded by | Joseph B. Strayer |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 19, 1838 Beaver Dam, Botetourt County, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | October 31, 1889 (aged 51) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse |
Julia McKay Gatewood
(m. 1867) |
| Parent(s) | John J. Allen Mary Payne Allen |
| Relatives | Robert Allen |
| Alma mater | University of Virginia |
| Profession | farmer, lawyer |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Confederate States of America |
| Branch/service | infantry |
| Years of service | 1861-1862 |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Gettysburg |
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