Henry C. Allen (Virginia politician)
Henry C. Allen | |
|---|---|
Allen (c. 1875) | |
| 32nd Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates | |
| In office 1877–1879 | |
| Preceded by | J. Marshall Hanger |
| Succeeded by | Benjamin W. Lacy |
| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates from Shenandoah County | |
| In office December 1, 1875 – December 2, 1879 Serving with Joseph B. Strayer, David S. Henkel | |
| Preceded by | Harrison Riddleberger |
| Succeeded by | Joseph B. Strayer |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 19, 1838 Beaver Dam, Botetourt County, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | October 31, 1889 (aged 51) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse |
Julia McKay Gatewood
(m. 1867) |
| Parent(s) | John J. Allen Mary Payne Allen |
| Relatives | Robert Allen |
| Alma mater | University of Virginia |
| Profession | farmer, lawyer |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Confederate States of America |
| Branch/service | infantry |
| Years of service | 1861-1862 |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Gettysburg |
Henry Clay Allen (March 19, 1838 – October 31, 1889) was an American lawyer and politician in Virginia. He represented Shenandoah County in the Virginia House of Delegates, and served as that body's Speaker from 1877 until 1879.