George S. Boutwell

American politician and Treasury Secretary

George S. Boutwell - American politician and Treasury Secretary
Born

January 28th, 1818
207 years ago

Died

1905
120 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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An American lawyer and politician served as the 28th Secretary of the Treasury. Held various political offices including Governor of Massachusetts and U.S. Congressman. Participated in significant fiscal policies during the Reconstruction era. Helped shape regulations and policies during a period of economic transition.

Served as Secretary of the Treasury from 1869 to 1873

Governed Massachusetts from 1851 to 1853

Served in the U.S. House of Representatives

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