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Daniel Webster

(1782–1852) Politician

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Daniel Webster was a politician, best known for The writings and speeches.

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Born
January 18, 1782
Died
October 24, 1852
Profession
Politician
Notable works
The writings and speeches

About Daniel Webster

Daniel Webster was an American lawyer, statesman, and diplomat who represented New Hampshire and Massachusetts in the U.S. Congress and served as the 14th and 19th U.S. secretary of state under presidents William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, and Millard Fillmore. Webster was one of the most prominent American lawyers of the 19th century, arguing over 200 cases before the United States Supreme Court in his career. During his life, Webster had been a member of the Federalist Party, the National Republican Party, and the Whig Party. He was among the three members of the Great Triumvirate along with Henry Clay and John C. Calhoun.

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