Representative William Harrison Bissell

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| Name | William Harrison Bissell |
| Position | Representative |
| State | Illinois |
| District | 8 |
| Party | Independent |
| Status | Former Representative |
| Term Start | December 3, 1849 |
| Term End | March 3, 1855 |
| Terms Served | 3 |
| Born | April 25, 1811 |
| Gender | Male |
| Bioguide ID | B000492 |
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About Representative William Harrison Bissell
William Harrison Bissell served as a Representative from Illinois in the United States Congress from 1849 to 1855. A member of the Independent Party, William Harrison Bissell contributed to the legislative process during 3 terms in office.
William Harrison Bissell’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, William Harrison Bissell participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents, helping to shape the laws and policies that governed the nation.