Richard P. Hammond | |
|---|---|
| 3rd Speaker of the California State Assembly | |
| In office January 1852 – May 1852 | |
| Preceded by | John Bigler |
| Succeeded by | Isaac B. Wall |
| Member of the California State Assembly from the 7th district | |
| In office 1851–1853 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Richard Pindell Hammond October 9, 1820 Hagerstown, Maryland, U.S. |
| Died | November 28, 1891 (age 71) San Francisco, California, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Sarah "Sallie" Lea (m. 1854; died 1867) |
| Children | 6, including John |
| Relatives | Harry T. Hays (brother-in-law) |
| Education | United States Military Academy |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service |  United States Army |
| Years of service | 1841–1851 |
| Rank | Major |
| Battles/wars | Mexican–American War |
Richard Pindell Hammond (October 9, 1820 – November 28, 1891) was an American U.S. Army Major in the Mexican-American War and Democratic politician who served in the California State Assembly and served as its Speaker. Mining engineer, diplomat, and philanthropist John Hays Hammond is his son.[1]
- ^ Vassar, Alex; Myers, Shane. "Richard P. Hammond". JoinCalifornia.com. Retrieved January 15, 2023.