David C. Broderick
David Colbreth Broderick (February 4, 1820 – September 16, 1859) was a Democratic U.S. Senator from California. He was a first cousin of Andrew Kennedy and Case Broderick.
Read more about David C. Broderick: Early Years, Political Career, Mining Career, State Senator Career, Later Life and Death, Legacy
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