James A. Black
James Augustus Black (1793 – April 3, 1848) was a slave owner, manufacturer, cotton broker, and U.S. Representative from South Carolina.
James Augustus Black | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from South Carolina's 1st district | |
| In office March 4, 1843 – April 3, 1848 | |
| Preceded by | Isaac E. Holmes |
| Succeeded by | Daniel Wallace |
| Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from Abbeville District | |
| In office November 26, 1832 – December 19, 1835 | |
| In office November 27, 1826 – January 30, 1828 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1793 Ninety-Six District, South Carolina |
| Died | April 3, 1848 (aged 54–55) Washington, D.C. |
| Resting place | Columbia, South Carolina |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Profession | cotton dealer |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1812–1815 |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Battles/wars | War of 1812 |
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