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Solon Borland
1808-09-21 – 1864-01-01
Life & Legacy
Solon Borland (September 21, 1808 – January 1, 1864) was an American politician, journalist, medical doctor and military officer. He served as a United States Senator from Arkansas from 1848 to 1853. Later in life, he served as an officer of the Confederate States Army, including as commander of a cavalry regiment in the Trans-Mississippi theater of the American Civil War.
Occupation & Career
physician, newspaper editor, military officer, politician, diplomat
Education
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Legacy Highlights
Education & Institutions
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q1027380 — wikidata View source
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