William H. Parker (politician)

William H. Parker
Engraving of William H. Parker, head and shoulders, looking right
Frontispiece of 1909's William H. Parker, a Representative from South Dakota
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from South Dakota's at-large district
In office
March 4, 1907 – June 26, 1908
Preceded byEben Martin
Succeeded byEben Martin
Personal details
Born(1847-05-05)May 5, 1847
Keene, New Hampshire, U.S.
DiedJune 26, 1908(1908-06-26) (aged 61)
Deadwood, South Dakota, U.S.
Resting placeArlington National Cemetery
Political partyRepublican
Spouse
Clara E. Thomas
(m. 1867)
Children2
RelativesWilliam H. Parker (Grandson)
EducationColumbian College (LL.B., 1868)
OccupationAttorney
Military service
AllegianceUnited States (Union)
Branch/serviceUnion Army
Years of service1861–1866
RankSecond Lieutenant (Army)
First Lieutenant (Brevet)
Unit2nd New Hampshire Infantry
14th New Hampshire Infantry
6th Regiment, Veteran Reserve Corps
6th U.S. Volunteer Infantry
WarsAmerican Civil War

William Henry Parker (May 5, 1847 – June 26, 1908) was an American attorney, South Dakota politician, and American Civil War veteran. Parker served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the District of Colorado and was a member of the United States House of Representatives from South Dakota.