James Madison Wells
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For the businessman, see James M. Wells III. For the Idaho state senator, see James Monroe Wells.
James Madison Wells (January 7, 1808 – February 28, 1899) was elected Lieutenant Governor and became the 20th Governor of Louisiana during Reconstruction.
Quick Facts 20th Governor of Louisiana, Lieutenant ...
James Madison Wells | |
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20th Governor of Louisiana | |
In office March 4, 1865 – June 3, 1867 | |
Lieutenant | Albert Voorhies |
Preceded by | Michael Hahn |
Succeeded by | Benjamin Flanders |
9th Lieutenant Governor of Louisiana | |
In office 1864–1865 | |
Governor | Michael Hahn |
Preceded by | Benjamin W. Pearce |
Succeeded by | Albert Voorhies |
Personal details | |
Born | (1808-01-07)January 7, 1808 near Alexandria, Louisiana |
Died | February 28, 1899(1899-02-28) (aged 91) Lecompte, Louisiana |
Political party | Whig/Democrat/Republican |
Spouse | Mary Ann Scott |
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