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James Wilson

James Wilson

Former United States Secretary of Agriculture
James "Tama Jim" Wilson was an American politician who served as United States secretary of agriculture for sixteen years during three presidencies, from 1897 to 1913. He holds the record as the longest-serving United States Cabinet member. Wikipedia
Born: August 16, 1835, Ayrshire, United Kingdom
Died: August 26, 1920 (age 85 years), Traer, IA
Previous offices: United States Secretary of Agriculture (1897–1913), Representative (1883–1885), and Representative (1873–1877)
Children: 6