Charles McVean (1802 – December 22, 1848) was an American lawyer and newspaperman who served one term as a U.S. Representative from New York from 1833 to 1835, Born near Johnstown, New York, McVean pursued an academic course.
He studied law, was admitted to the bar and commenced practice in Johnstown.
He was appointed United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York September 1, 1848.
McVean died in New York City, December 22, 1848, and was interred in St. Andrew's Cemetery.
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