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Peter Parker (1804–1888)

State of Residence: Massachusetts
  1. Chargé d’Affaires ad interim (China)
    Began Service: May 1850
    Ended Service: July 1853
  2. Commissioner (China)
    Appointed: August 16, 1855
    Presentation of Credentials: July 15, 1856
    Termination of Mission: Left China August 25, 1857
    • Commissioned during a recess of Senate; recommissioned on May 26, 1856, after confirmation. Commissioned to China.