Hiram Rhodes Revels
American politician (1827-1901)
1827 — 1901
Quick Facts
Profession
American politician (1827-1901)
Born
September 27, 1827
Died
1901 (age ~74)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
politician, religious leader
United StatesBorn in FayettevilleDied in Aberdeen
1827
Born in Fayetteville (1827-09-27)
1855
EducationStudied at Knox College (1855–1857)
1868
Positionalderman
1869
PositionMember of the Mississippi Senate
1870
PositionUnited States senator (1870–1871)
1901
Died in Aberdeen
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Hiram Rhodes Revels?+
Hiram Rhodes Revels is American politician (1827-1901). Born in 1827.
What does the name Hiram mean?+
The name Hiram means "A king of Tyre.. Etymology: From t=high-born, possibly from -, or a shortened form of t=brother of the exalted.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Hiram Rhodes Revels born?+
Hiram Rhodes Revels was born on September 27, 1827.
When did Hiram Rhodes Revels die?+
Hiram Rhodes Revels died in 1901, at approximately 74 years of age.
Name Meaning
A king of Tyre.. Etymology: From t=high-born, possibly from -, or a shortened form of t=brother of the exalted.
The name Hiram is of Spanish origin, meaning "A king of Tyre.. Etymology: From t=high-born, possibly from -, or a shortened form of t=brother of the exalted.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Hiram — September 27, 1827
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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You changed the map. Literally.
— a voter
Wrote my thesis on your legacy. Still not sure what to think.
— political science student
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