Martin Charles Ansorge

Republican Representative of New York's 21st district

Congresses Served

House Terms

January 1, 1882 (85 years old)

Birthday

February 4, 1967

Death

American politician and attorney who served as a U.S. Representative.
Born into a Jewish family and educated at Columbia University, earning both a bachelor’s degree and a law degree.
Initially ran unsuccessfully for Congress multiple times before being elected to the 67th Congress.
Served in the U.S. Army during World War I, assigned to the Motor Transport Corps.
Played a significant role in advocating for federal anti-lynching legislation, contributing to the Dyer Anti-Lynching Bill.
Co-authored the original Port Authority Bill, promoting the development of a major port connecting New York and New Jersey.
Nominated the first African-American candidate for the U.S. Naval Academy since 1874.
Had a varied career, including attempts to secure judicial positions and involvement in corporate governance.
Continued to practice law after his congressional term and was involved in high-profile legal cases.
Passed away in 1967 and was buried in a cemetery in New York.