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Nelson Tift | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Georgia's 2nd district | |
| In office July 25, 1868 – March 3, 1869 | |
| Preceded by | Civil War |
| Succeeded by | Richard H. Whiteley |
| Member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the state district | |
| In office 1841, 1847, and 1851-52 – one-year term | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 23, 1810 Groton, Connecticut |
| Died | November 21, 1891 (aged 81) Albany, Georgia |
| Resting place | Oakview Cemetery, Albany, Georgia |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Occupation | Businessman, merchant, Congressman |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  Confederate States of America |
| Branch/service |  Confederate States Navy |
| Years of service | 1861–1865 |
| Rank |  Captain |
| Unit | Georgia Militia |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Nelson Tift (July 23, 1810 – November 21, 1891) was an American jurist, businessman, sailor, and politician who is best known for founding the city of Albany, Georgia.