(signed in by H. [Henry?] C. Carey)
Friday August 28, 1829
Philosophical Hall
104 South Fifth Street, Independence Square, First Floor
Education & Scholarship
Politics, Diplomacy & Law
Occupation: Politician, Educator, and Author
Residence: Univy. [University of] Virginia [Charlottesville, Virginia]
RECORD OF STRANGERS IMAGE
Volume 3
George Tucker, August 20, 1775 — April 10, 1861
George Tucker was an American politician, educator, and author. Born in Bermuda, Tucker emigrated to the United States at age 20. He studied law and established a practice in Virginia before entering politics in 1816 with his election to the state legislature. In 1819 he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, serving until 1825. Following his term, Tucker was appointed professor of moral philosophy at the University of Virginia. He relocated to Philadelphia after retiring from teaching. Tucker authored many works throughout his career, ranging from early science-fiction to historical and political works. The Athenaeum holds two of Tucker's works that he himself gifted to the library.
