James Montgomery (American politician)
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BornMarch 8, 1788
Harford County, Maryland, U.S.
DiedApril 11, 1878 (aged 90)
Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
Resting placeRock Spring Church
Spouse
Caroline A. Kennedy
(m. 1831, died)James Montgomery | |
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| Member of the Maryland Senate from the Western Shore district | |
| In office 1831–1836 | |
| Member of the Maryland House of Delegates from the Harford County district | |
| In office 1830–1830 | |
| In office 1824–1827 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 8, 1788 Harford County, Maryland, U.S. |
| Died | April 11, 1878 (aged 90) Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
| Resting place | Rock Spring Church |
| Spouse |
Caroline A. Kennedy
(m. 1831, died) |
| Children | 3 |
| Relatives | John Montgomery |
| Alma mater | University of Maryland |
| Occupation |
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James Montgomery (March 8, 1788 – April 11, 1878) was an American politician and physician from Maryland. He served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, representing Harford County, from 1824 to 1827 and in 1830. He served as a member of the Maryland Senate from 1831 to 1836.
James Montgomery was born on March 8, 1788, in Harford County, Maryland, to Elizabeth (née Vogan) and Thomas Montgomery. His father was a slave owner, Revolutionary War officer, lawyer and landowner. Montgomery was related to Baltimore mayor John Montgomery.[1][2] He studied medicine under Hugh Whiteford. He then graduated from the University of Maryland.[1][2]
