James DeWolf
U.S. Congressperson
1764 – 1837
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Who was James DeWolf?
James DeWolf, nicknamed "Captain Jim," was a United States senator from Rhode Island, a long-time state legislator and slave trader, and a successful privateer during the War of 1812. DeWolf became the wealthiest man in the state, and by the end of his life was said to be the second-richest person in the United States.
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- Born
- Mar 18, 1764
Bristol - Spouses
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Died
- Dec 21, 1837
New York City
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on July 23, 2013
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