James Pike (politician)

James Pike (November 10, 1818 – July 26, 1895) was a U.S. Representative from New Hampshire and served with the Union Army during the American Civil War.

During the Civil War, Pike served as colonel of the 16th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry, from November 1, 1862, to August 20, 1863.

He resumed preaching and became presiding elder of the Dover district.

He discontinued active duties in 1886 and lived in retirement until his death in Newfields, New Hampshire, July 26, 1895.

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