James Seddon
James Alexander Seddon (July 13, 1815 – August 19, 1880) was an American lawyer and politician who served two terms as a Representative in the United States Congress, as a member of the Democratic Party. Seddon was appointed Confederate States Secretary of War by Jefferson Davis during the American Civil War.
James Seddon | |
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| 4th Confederate States Secretary of War | |
| In office November 21, 1862 – February 5, 1865 | |
| President | Jefferson Davis |
| Preceded by | George Randolph |
| Succeeded by | John Breckinridge |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 6th district | |
| In office March 4, 1849 – March 3, 1851 | |
| Preceded by | John Botts |
| Succeeded by | John Caskie |
| In office March 4, 1845 – March 3, 1847 | |
| Preceded by | John Jones |
| Succeeded by | John Botts |
| Personal details | |
| Born | James Alexander Seddon July 13, 1815 Falmouth, Virginia |
| Died | August 19, 1880 (aged 65) Goochland County, Virginia |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Sarah Bruce |
| Alma mater | University of Virginia |
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