Alexander Gillon
American politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Alexander Gillon?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
This article is about the 18th century American merchant and politician. For the Australian football administrator and local councillor, see Alex Gillon.
Alexander Gillon (August 13, 1741 – October 6, 1794) was an American merchant and seaman from Charleston, South Carolina. He represented South Carolina in the U.S. House in 1793 and 1794.
Quick Facts Preceded by, Succeeded by ...
Alexander Gillon | |
---|---|
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from South Carolina's 5th district | |
In office March 4, 1793 – October 6, 1794 | |
Preceded by | Thomas Tudor Tucker |
Succeeded by | Robert Goodloe Harper |
13th Lieutenant Governor of South Carolina | |
In office January 26, 1789 – February 15, 1791 | |
Governor | Charles Pinckney |
Preceded by | Thomas Gadsden |
Succeeded by | Isaac Holmes |
Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from St. Philip and St. Michael's Parish | |
In office March 26, 1776 – October 20, 1776 | |
Member of the South Carolina Provincial Congress from St. Philip and St. Michael's Parish | |
In office November 8, 1775 – March 26, 1776 | |
Preceded by | George Gabriel Powell |
Succeeded by | Position abolished |
Personal details | |
Born | (1741-08-13)August 13, 1741 Rotterdam, Dutch Republic |
Died | October 6, 1794(1794-10-06) (aged 53) Orangeburg District, South Carolina, U.S. |
Resting place | Calhoun County, South Carolina |
Political party | Anti-Administration |
Profession | sailor, planter |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Branch/service | South Carolina Navy |
Years of service | 1778–1782 |
Rank | Commodore |
Battles/wars | American Revolutionary War |
Close