Alfred Harrison Powell (March 6, 1781 – August 3, 1831) was a U.S. Representative from Virginia.

Early life

Alfred H. Powell was born on March 6, 1781, in Loudoun County, Virginia, to Sarah (née Harrison) and Leven Powell. He graduated from Princeton College. He studied law with Charles Simms of Alexandria and was admitted to the bar.

Career

In 1800, Powell commenced a law practice in Winchester, Virginia. He also served as member of the Virginia Senate from 1812 to 1819. He was elected as an Adams candidate to the Nineteenth Congress (March 4, 1825 – March 3, 1827). He served as delegate to the Virginia Constitutional Convention of 1829-1830.

Personal life

Powell died on August 3, 1831, in Winchester, Virginia.

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