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House roll call 117 · 28th Congress · Feb 26, 1844

To table a resolution that the national military academy at west point ought to be abolished and that the comm. On military affairs be instructed to report to t

On Feb 26, 1844, the House voted 97–70. Result: passed. By party: Democrats 45–66, Others 52–4. 45 members voted against their own party.

During the 28th Congress (1843–1844), John Tyler was president.

Yes
97
No
70
Did not vote
67
Date
Feb 26, 1844

By party

  • Others52 yes · 4 no · 28 didn’t vote
  • Democrats45 yes · 66 no · 39 didn’t vote

Who broke with their party

How each representative voted: Yes

How each representative voted: No

Did not vote

Other votes

From Voteview roll call records.

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Capitol Receipts, “To table a resolution that the national…: House Vote, Feb 26, 1844,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/vote/28-H-117/to-table-a-resolution-that-the-national-military-academy (accessed 2026-10-17).

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