Joseph Rainey
Joseph Hayne Rainey (June 21, 1832 – August 1, 1887) was an American politician. He was the first black person to serve in the United States House of Representatives and the second black person (after Hiram Revels) to serve in the United States Congress. His service included time as presiding officer of the House of Representatives.
Joseph Hayne Rainey | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from South Carolina's 1st district | |
| In office December 12, 1870 – March 3, 1879 | |
| Preceded by | Benjamin F. Whittemore |
| Succeeded by | John S. Richardson |
| Member of the South Carolina Senate from Georgetown County | |
| In office November 24, 1868 – November 28, 1870 | |
| Preceded by | Richard Dozier |
| Succeeded by | John Francis Beckman |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 21, 1832 Georgetown, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Died | August 1, 1887 (aged 55) Georgetown, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Profession | Barber, politician, banker |
Born into a family of farmers and planters, Rainey was a member of the Republican Party.
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