Thomas Hart Clay - People - Department History
Thomas Hart Clay (1803–1871)
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State of Residence: Kentucky
- Minister Resident (Nicaragua)
Appointed: October 21, 1862
Presentation of Credentials: January 15, 1863
Termination of Mission: Superseded May 31, 1863- Commissioned during a recess of the Senate; recommissioned on January 19, 1863, after confirmation.
- Minister Resident (Honduras)
Appointed: April 16, 1863
Presentation of Credentials: Offically recognized on April 5, 1864
Termination of Mission: Relinquished charge August 10, 1866- Commissioned during a recess of the Senate; recommissioned on January 18, 1864, after confirmation.