William H. Fowle
American politician (1838–1903)
William H. Fowle (1838 – December 6, 1903) was an American politician from Virginia. He served as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates for Alexandria City and Alexandria from 1875 to 1876.
Early life
William H. Fowle was born in 1838 in Alexandria, Virginia, to William H. Fowle. He was being trained in business up until the outbreak of the Civil War.
Career
At the outbreak of the war, Fowle joined Company H of the 17th Virginia Infantry Regiment as a lieutenant. He attained the rank of captain. After the war, Fowle traveled abroad and then worked in the mercantile business with his brother-in-law.
Fowle was a member of the city council of Alexandria. He was elected as a "conservative" for the Virginia House of Delegates. He represented Alexandria City and Alexandria from December 1, 1875, to March 29, 1876, in the House, serving alongside Mayor George L. Simpson.
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