| Sophia Dallas | |
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| Second Lady of the United States | |
| In office March 4, 1845 – March 4, 1849 |
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| Preceded by | Letitia Christian Tyler |
| Succeeded by | Abigail Fillmore |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 25, 1798 |
| Died | January 11, 1869 (aged 70) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | George M. Dallas |
Sophia Chew Nicklin Dallas (June 25, 1798 – January 11, 1869) was the wife of Vice President George Mifflin Dallas who served under President James K. Polk. She was the daughter of Philadelphia merchant Philip Nicklin and the former Julianna Chew. They were married in 1816and had eight children. Mrs. Dallas disliked Washington, D.C., and during her husband's term as Vice President, remained mostly in Philadelphia except for occasional visits to the capital.[1]
| Honorary titles | ||
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| Preceded by Letitia Tyler |
Second Lady of the United States 1845-1849 |
Succeeded by Abigail Fillmore |