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John Williams Walker (August 12, 1783 – April 23, 1823) was an American politician, who served as the Democratic-Republican U.S. senator from the state of Alabama from 1819 until his resignation on December 12, 1822. He was one of the first two senators from Alabama.

Preceded by: None	Senator from Alabama 1819-1822	Succeeded by: William Kelly
Served alongside: William R. King

Categories: Stub | 1783 births | 1823 deaths | United States Senators

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