William Schley
American politician (1786–1858) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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William Schley (/slaɪ/ SLY; December 15, 1786 – November 20, 1858) was an American lawyer, jurist, and politician who served as governor of Georgia from 1835 to 1837.[1]
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William Schley | |
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36th Governor of Georgia | |
In office November 4, 1835 – November 8, 1837 | |
Preceded by | Wilson Lumpkin |
Succeeded by | George R. Gilmer |
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Georgia's at-large congressional district | |
In office March 4, 1833 – July 1, 1835 | |
Preceded by | Henry G. Lamar |
Succeeded by | Jesse F. Cleveland |
Member of the Georgia House of Representatives | |
In office 1830–1830 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1786-12-15)December 15, 1786 Frederick, Maryland, U.S. |
Died | November 20, 1858(1858-11-20) (aged 71) Augusta, Georgia, U.S. |
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