Robert H. Pruyn
Former Speaker of the New York State Assembly
Robert Hewson Pruyn was an American lawyer, militia general, diplomat, and politician from Albany, New York. He was most notable for his service as Speaker of the New York State Assembly, Adjutant General of New York, and United States Minister... Wikipedia
Born: February 14, 1815, Albany, NY
Died: February 26, 1882 (age 67 years), Albany, NY
Party: Whig Party
Previous offices: United States Minister Resident to Japan (1862–1865), Speaker of the New York State Assembly (1854–1854), New York State Representative (1854–1854), and more
Children: Robert C. Pruyn
Education: Rutgers, The State University