Edward Dickinson Baker

Also known as Edward D. Baker, Edward Baker, Edward Dickenson Baker

American politician, lawyer and military leader (1811–1861)

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Edward Dickinson Baker was an American politician, lawyer, and military leader. Born in London in 1811, he was educated at the United States Military Academy. He served as a member of the United States House of Representatives and as a United States senator. His political career included membership in the Whig Party and the Republican Party.

Baker participated in the Mexican-American War and the American Civil War. He was killed in action during the Civil War in Leesburg in 1861. He worked in Washington, D.C., and Springfield, and wrote in English. He is recognized in the Us Senators collection.

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