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Lincoln was elected to the US House of Representatives on March 4, 1847, and served for two years. He had previously held office in the Illinois House from 1834-1842.

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He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Illinois's 7th district from March 4, 1847 to March 3, 1849.

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August 4 1834

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yes he did run for congress

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1860

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What year was Abraham Lincoln in congress?

Lincoln was elected to the US House of Representatives as a congressman from Illinois in 1846. He served in that capacity the years of 1847 - 1849.


What year was Abraham Lincoln elected?

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What year did Lincoln get elected to serve in congress?

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What year did Abraham Lincolns get elected?

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It was the first year he was elected to an office. He was elected to the State Assembly, in Illinois.


When did Abraham Lincoln come into office?

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How long was Abraham Lincoln a congressmen?

Lincoln served just one two-year term in Congress, from 1847 to 1849.


When did Abraham Lincoln get elected for president?

Abe Lincoln was elected President in 1860 and re-elected in 1864. He stayed in office until 1865. Same year as his untimely death.


Who won the Presidential election of 1863?

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