William H. Roane
William Henry Roane | |
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| United States Senator from Virginia | |
| In office March 14, 1837 – March 3, 1841 | |
| Preceded by | Richard E. Parker |
| Succeeded by | William S. Archer |
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Virginia's 12th district | |
| In office March 4, 1815 – March 3, 1817 | |
| Preceded by | John Roane |
| Succeeded by | Robert S. Garnett |
| Member of the Virginia House of Delegates | |
| In office 1812-1815 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 17, 1787 Hanover County, Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | May 11, 1845 (aged 57) Tree Hill, Richmond, Virginia, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic-Republican, Democratic |
| Alma mater | College of William & Mary |
| Profession | Politician |
William Henry Roane (September 17, 1787 – May 11, 1845) was a politician from Virginia who served in the Virginia House of Delegates, the United States House of Representatives, and the United States Senate. He was the son of Judge Spencer Roane and the grandson of Founding Father Patrick Henry.