James Watson Webb

American journalist and diplomat (1802-1884)

† 1884-06-07 · Authors · Writer; cross-wiki notability: present on 6 language Wikipedias

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Public domain · Wikidata

Life

James Watson Webb was born on February 8, 1802 in Claverack and died on June 7, 1884 in New York City, aged 82. Recorded occupations: diplomat, journalist, media proprietor, writer, editor and publisher. Country of citizenship: United States. Positions held include United States Ambassador to Brazil.

At a glance

Born: February 8, 1802 · Claverack
Died: June 7, 1884 · New York City
Age at death: 82
Citizenship: United States
Occupations: diplomat, journalist, media proprietor, writer, editor, publisher
Positions held: United States Ambassador to Brazil
Wikipedia editions: 6 languages
Signature licence: Public domain

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Biographical facts: Wikidata Q3161477 (CC0), retrieved 2026-10-13. Read more about James Watson Webb on Wikipedia.

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