I have lately returned from Harpers Ferry, to which place I was suddenly called, on the 17th instant, by causes the most disturbing and destructive to the peace and safety of this State.

After attending Henry St. Political career
Henry A. In 1871 he helped reorganize a volunteer militia for the city of Williamsburg and James City County Virginia which he commanded.

He served as US minister to Brazil from 1843–1847 during the administration of President John Tyler.