Harmanus Bleecker, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Harmanus Bleecker

American politician

Date of Birth: 09-Oct-1779

Place of Birth: Albany, New York, United States

Date of Death: 19-Jul-1849

Profession: lawyer, politician, diplomat

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Libra


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About Harmanus Bleecker

  • Harmanus Bleecker (October 9, 1779 – July 19, 1849) was an attorney in Albany, New York.
  • A Federalist, he is most notable for his service as a member of the New York State Assembly, a United States Representative from New York, and ChargĂ© d'Affaires to the Netherlands. Born in Albany in 1779, Bleecker belonged to an old Dutch family that had lived in Albany since the 1600s.
  • He was educated in Albany, and learned to speak the Dutch language.
  • After studying in the private law office of two established attorneys, Bleecker attained admission to the bar in 1801, and began a practice in Albany.
  • He became a highly regarded lawyer and teacher, and many men who went on to prominent legal and business careers learned the law under his tutelage.
  • He was also active in numerous business ventures, including banks and canal construction and operation. In 1810, Bleecker won a seat in the U.S.
  • House.
  • He served in the 12th United States Congress (March 4, 1811 to March 3, 1813).
  • Bleecker did not run for reelection in 1812, and resumed practicing law.
  • In 1814 and 1815 he served in the New York State Assembly, where he worked with Governor Daniel D.
  • Tompkins to provide funding for New York troops taking part in the War of 1812. In 1837, Bleecker took office as ChargĂ© d'Affaires to the Netherlands, appointed by longtime friend Martin Van Buren, who shared Bleecker's interest in the Dutch language and culture.
  • He served until 1842, after which he resumed practicing law in Albany.
  • Bleecker took part in numerous philanthropic and civic endeavors, including the establishment of several Albany-area hospitals and oversight of several universities.
  • He died in Albany in 1849, and was buried at Albany Rural Cemetery. Bleecker married late in life, and had no children.
  • After her death in 1885, his widow honored his request to leave his fortune for the benefit of the citizens of Albany.
  • The money was used to construct Bleecker Hall, a library and theater.
  • The association responsible for the institution later sold Bleecker Hall, and then constructed Harmanus Bleecker Library, a building that was used solely as a library.
  • Bleecker Library was later redeveloped as private offices, and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places

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