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James Madison Wells

Governor of Louisiana (1808–1899)

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Lived 1808–1899, aged 91United States
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    1808–1899
    Aged 91
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Updated 2026-06-12

James Madison Wells was a planter, lawyer, and politician who became the 20th governor of Louisiana during Reconstruction. Although a slave owner, Wells opposed secession and remained loyal to The Union throughout the Civil War. After serving as the ninth lieutenant governor under Michael Hahn, he assumed office as Governor after Hahn was elected to the U.S. Senate.

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