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Richard Allen

American politician in Texas (1830-1909)

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About Richard Allen

Richard Allen was an American carpenter, contractor, businessman and, after the Civil War, a Republican politician in Texas. He was elected to two terms in the Texas House of Representatives. In 1878, he was the first African American in Texas to run for statewide office, but was unsuccessful in his campaign for Lieutenant Governor of Texas.

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Occupation: carpenter, contractor, businessperson, politician
Position held: member of the Texas House of Representatives
Citizenship: United States
Born: June 10, 1830
Died: May 16, 1909

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