William M. Gwin
American politician (1805-1885) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 79
William McKendree Gwin was an American medical doctor and politician who served in elected office in Mississippi and California. In California he shared the distinction, along with John C. Frémont, of being the state's first U.S. senators.
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Before, during, and after the Civil War, Gwin was well known in California, Washington, D.C., and the Southern United States as a determined Confederate sympathizer.
Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1805 to 1885 · aged 79
