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Kentucky's 2nd congressional district special election, 1814

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A special election was held in Kentucky's 2nd congressional district in 1814 to fill a vacancy left by the resignation of Henry Clay (DR) on January 19, 1814 to accept a diplomatic position to the United Kingdom.

Election results

Hawkins took his seat March 29, 1814, during the 2nd (of 3) Session of the 13th Congress. Hawkins did not run for re-election in the 14th Congress and was succeeded by Henry Clay again.

References

Kentucky's 2nd congressional district special election, 1814 Wikipedia