William Butler (1790–1850)
William Butler | |
|---|---|
| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from South Carolina's 6th district | |
| In office March 4, 1841 – March 3, 1843 | |
| Preceded by | Waddy Thompson Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Isaac E. Holmes |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 1, 1790 |
| Died | September 25, 1850 (aged 60) |
| Resting place | Van Buren, Arkansas, US |
| Party | Whig |
| Spouse |
Jane Tweedy Perry
(m. 1819) |
| Relations | Andrew Butler (brother) Pierce Mason Butler (brother) |
| Children | Matthew Calbraith Butler |
| Parent(s) | William Butler Behethland Moore Butler |
| Alma mater | South Carolina College |
| Profession | Doctor, Indian agent |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1814–1820 |
| Rank | Surgeon |
| Battles/wars | War of 1812 |
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William Butler Jr. (February 1, 1790 – September 25, 1850) was an American physician, slaveholder, and United States representative from South Carolina. He was a son of William Butler (1759–1821), brother of Andrew Butler, and father of Matthew Calbraith Butler, all of whom served in the United States Congress.