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William H. H. Hart

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William Henry Harrison Hart (January 25, 1848 – May 12, 1903) was the 16th California Attorney General. Prior to this position, he was a United States Secret Service agent and fought in the American Civil War.

Personal information

Few verifiable facts are known about Hart's life and background, except for information he provided himself and is open to question. Hart claimed to have been kidnapped by the Blackhawk Indians at the age of four. At age eleven, he was then orphaned. Hart struggled through a difficult childhood which lead to his desire for danger and his allegedly joining the Secret Service at only age 14. Hart also reportedly fought in the Civil War.[1] Hart was a prominent figure in the California phase of the Mystery airship wave of 1896–97, claiming to represent the airship's inventor.

Career

On November 4, 1890, Hart was elected as Attorney General and took office on January 5,1891.[1]

Death

William H. H. Hart died at age 55 on May 12,1903.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c "William H. H. Hart 16th Attorney General". State of California Department of Justice. Retrieved 10 August 2012.
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Preceded by California Attorney General
1891–1895
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