Charles B. Mitchel
Charles Burton Mitchel (September 19, 1815 – September 20, 1864) was an American politician who served as a United States Senator from Arkansas during the American Civil War. He was a member of the Confederate States Congress and represented Arkansas in the Confederate Senate.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Charles B. Mitchel was born in Gallatin, Tennessee. He attended the University of Nashville and later graduated from the Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1836. After completing his education, Mitchel moved to Washington, Arkansas, where he began practicing medicine.
Political Career[edit | edit source]
Mitchel's political career began when he was elected to the Arkansas House of Representatives in 1848. He served in the state legislature until 1853. In 1860, he was elected to the United States Senate as a Democrat, but his term was cut short by the secession of Arkansas from the Union.
Confederate Senate[edit | edit source]
Following Arkansas's secession, Mitchel was elected to the Confederate States Senate, where he served from 1862 until his death in 1864. During his tenure, he was involved in various legislative activities supporting the Confederate States of America.
Death[edit | edit source]
Charles B. Mitchel died on September 20, 1864, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was buried in the Mount Holly Cemetery in Little Rock.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Mitchel's contributions to the Confederate legislative efforts during the Civil War are remembered as part of Arkansas's history. His involvement in both state and national politics highlights his commitment to his state and the Confederacy.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Confederate States Congress
- Confederate States Senate
- Arkansas in the American Civil War
- List of United States senators from Arkansas
- Mount Holly Cemetery
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