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Hamilton Fish (August 3, 1808 – September 7, 1893) was an American statesman who served as the 16th Governor of New York, United States Senator, and Secretary of State (1869-1877, under U. S. Grant). His son, grandson and great-grandson (all named Hamilton Fish) all were elected to Congress from New York; his great-great-grandson, Hamilton Fish V, ran for Congress in 1988 and 1994, but lost the elections. He is not related to the infamous child killer Albert Fish, but it is noteworthy that Albert was originally named Hamilton in his honor.