James S. Robinson

James Sidney Robinson (October 14, 1827 – January 14, 1892) was a U.S. Representative from Ohio and a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He served two terms in Congress from 1881 to 1885.

James Sidney Robinson
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from Ohio's 9th district
In office
March 4, 1881  January 12, 1885
Preceded byGeorge L. Converse
Succeeded byWilliam C. Cooper
24th Ohio Secretary of State
In office
January 12, 1885  January 14, 1889
GovernorGeorge Hoadly
Joseph B. Foraker
Preceded byJames W. Newman
Succeeded byDaniel J. Ryan
Personal details
Born(1827-10-14)October 14, 1827
Mansfield, Ohio, U.S.
DiedJanuary 14, 1892(1892-01-14) (aged 64)
Kenton, Ohio, U.S.
Resting placeGrove Cemetery, Kenton, Ohio
Political partyRepublican
Military service
AllegianceUnited States of America
Union
Branch/serviceUnited States Army
Union Army
Years of service1861–1865
Rank Brigadier General
UnitArmy of the Cumberland
CommandsRobinson's Brigade, XX Corps
Battles/warsAmerican Civil War
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