Representative James Cameron Allen

James Cameron Allen (born January 29, 1822) was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from Illinois. He represented the state as a U.S. Representative from December 5, 1853, to March 3, 1865, serving three terms in Congress. During his tenure, he was identified with Illinois rather than a numbered congressional district, as reflected by the designation of his district as “-1” in the available records.

Allen’s congressional service spanned a critical period in American history, covering the years immediately preceding the Civil War and extending through the conflict itself. Serving continuously from 1853 to 1865, he participated in the national legislative process as a member of the Democratic Party. He left office as a former representative at the conclusion of his service on March 3, 1865. Further details of his committee assignments, personal life, and activities outside Congress are not provided in the available metadata.