James Garland (Virginia politician)
James Garland | |
|---|---|
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 12th district | |
| In office March 4, 1835 – March 3, 1841 | |
| Preceded by | William F. Gordon |
| Succeeded by | Thomas W. Gilmer |
| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates | |
| In office December 7, 1829 – December 4, 1831 | |
| Preceded by | Robert Rives, Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Joseph C. Cabell |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 6, 1791 Ivy Depot, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | August 8, 1885 (aged 94) Lynchburg, Virginia, U.S. |
| Spouse | Sarah Burch |
| Profession | lawyer |
James Garland (June 6, 1791 – August 8, 1885) was a 19th-century politician, military officer, planter, lawyer and judge from Virginia. From 1835 to 1841, he was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for three terms. He had previously served in the War of 1812.