title: Herman H. Hoffman
text: # Herman H. Hoffman
  
  Herman H. Hoffman (April 1, 1844 – August 12, 1931) was a German American immigrant, farmer, and Republican politician. He served one term in the Wisconsin State Assembly, representing Portage County.
  
  ## Biography
  
  Hoffman was born on April 1, 1844, in Görlitz, Prussia. During the American Civil War, he served with the 7th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment of the Union Army. On August 12, 1931, Hoffman died in Amherst, Wisconsin. A resolution was read by the Assembly in his honor following his death.
  
  ## Political career
  
  Hoffman was a member of the Assembly during the 1895 session. Additionally, he was Supervisor and Chairman (similar to Mayor) of Amherst (town), Wisconsin and Village Supervisor and President (also similar to Mayor) of Amherst Junction, Wisconsin. He was a Republican.
  
  