John J. Crittenden: Quick Facts
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| Also Known As | John Jordan Crittenden |
|---|---|
| Born | September 10, 1787 • Kentucky |
| Died | July 26, 1863 (aged 75) • Frankfort • Kentucky |
| Title / Office | United States Senate (1855-1861), United States • governor (1848-1850), Kentucky • United States Senate (1842-1848), United States • attorney general (1840-1841), United States • United States Senate (1817-1840), United States |
| Political Affiliation | Constitutional Union Party • Know-Nothing party • Whig Party |
| Role In | Crittenden Compromise |
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