John Edward Bouligny
American politician (1824-1864) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 40
John Edward Bouligny was an American politician who was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives representing the state of Louisiana. He served one term as a member of the Know Nothing movement's anti-immigrant American Party.
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About this person
During his term, Louisiana seceded from the Union, but Bouligny remained in Washington and refused to resign. He was the only member of Congress from Louisiana to not resign or vacate his seat after the state seceded.
Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1824 to 1864 · aged 40
