Edward Livingston

Edward Livingston

May 28, 1764 – May 23, 1836

Edward Livingston (1764–1836) was an American jurist and statesman who served as U.S. secretary of state from 1831 to 1833 and minister to France from 1833 to 1835 under President Andrew Jackson. He was an influential figure in the drafting of the Louisiana Civil Code of 1825, based largely on the Napoleonic Code. He also served as the 47th mayor of New York City.

Offices held

Mar 4, 1823 – Mar 3, 1829
Mar 4, 1829 – May 24, 1831
May 24, 1831 – May 29, 1833
Preceded by
Martin Van Buren
Succeeded by
Louis McLane

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