Russell A. Alger
Russell Alexander Alger (/ˌældʒər/ AL-jər; February 27, 1836 – January 24, 1907) was an American politician and businessman. He served as the 20th governor of Michigan, U.S. Senator, and U.S. Secretary of War.
Russell Alger | |
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| United States Senator from Michigan | |
| In office September 27, 1902 – January 24, 1907 | |
| Preceded by | James McMillan |
| Succeeded by | William Smith |
| 40th United States Secretary of War | |
| In office March 5, 1897 – August 1, 1899 | |
| President | William McKinley |
| Preceded by | Daniel S. Lamont |
| Succeeded by | Elihu Root |
| 20th Governor of Michigan | |
| In office January 1, 1885 – January 1, 1887 | |
| Lieutenant | Archibald Buttars |
| Preceded by | Josiah Begole |
| Succeeded by | Cyrus G. Luce |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Russell Alexander Alger February 27, 1836 Lafayette Township, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | January 24, 1907 (aged 70) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Annette Huldana Squire Henry
(m. 1861) |
| Children | 6 |
| Signature | |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States • Union |
| Branch/service | United States Army • Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1864 |
| Rank | Colonel Brevet Major General |
| Commands | 5th Michigan Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | |
He was supposedly a distant relation of author Horatio Alger. Alger lived his own "rags-to-riches" success tale, eventually becoming an army officer, financier, lumber baron, railroad owner, and government official in several high offices.
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