George Petrie (September 8, 1793 – May 8, 1879) was aU.S. Representative fromNew York.

Born atLittle Falls, New York, Petrie attended the common schools, worked as a store clerk, and became a merchant, operating a store in partnership with his brother Richard.

He was active in the militia, serving as quartermaster of his regiment during theWar of 1812. He later attained the rank ofmajor general as commander of the New York Militia's 1st Division of Riflemen. He also served in local offices, including justice of the peace.

Petrie was elected as an Independent Democrat to theThirtieth Congress (March 4, 1847 – March 3, 1849)

He was employed as a clerk in thePost Office Department inWashington, D.C., from January 1, 1869, until August 31, 1875, when he resigned.

He died atLittle Falls, New York, on May 8, 1879. He was interred in Church Street Cemetery.

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