Andrew Pickens (governor)
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This article is about the Governor of South Carolina. For other people named Andrew Pickens, see Andrew Pickens (disambiguation).
Andrew Pickens Jr. (December 13, 1779 ā June 24, 1838) was an American soldier and politician. He served as the 46th Governor of South Carolina from 1816 until 1818.
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Quick Facts His Excellency, 46th Governor of South Carolina ...
Andrew Pickens | |
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46th Governor of South Carolina | |
In office December 1, 1816 ā December 1, 1818 | |
Lieutenant | John A. Cuthbert |
Preceded by | David Rogerson Williams |
Succeeded by | John Geddes |
Personal details | |
Born | (1779-12-13)December 13, 1779 Edgefield County, South Carolina |
Died | June 24, 1838(1838-06-24) (aged 58) Pontotock, Mississippi |
Political party | Democratic-Republican |
Spouse(s) | Susan Smith Mary Willing Nelson |
Alma mater | College of New Jersey |
Profession | soldier, attorney |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Rank | lieutenant-colonel |
Battles/wars | War of 1812 |
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