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John Albion Andrew

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Massachusetts governor during the Civil War (1818-1867)

United StatesPoliticiansLived 1818 to 1867 · aged 49
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John Albion Andrew was an American lawyer and politician from Massachusetts. He was elected in 1860 as the 25th governor of Massachusetts, serving between 1861 and 1866, and led the state's contributions to the Union cause during the American Civil War (1861-1865).

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Andrew used this house at 110 Charles St., Boston, as a city residence from 1855 to 1867.[20]Andrew used this house at 110 Charles St., Boston, as a city residence from 1855 to 1867.[20]A historical election poster promoting Andrew for governorA historical election poster promoting Andrew for governor1930s postcard view of the Hoosac Tunnel1930s postcard view of the Hoosac TunnelStatue of Governor Andrew, Old Ship Burying Ground, Hingham, MassachusettsStatue of Governor Andrew, Old Ship Burying Ground, Hingham, Massachusetts

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John Albion Andrew was an American lawyer and politician from Massachusetts. He was elected in 1860 as the 25th governor of Massachusetts, serving between 1861 and 1866, and led the state's contributions to the Union cause during the American Civil War (1861-1865). He was a guiding force behind the creation of some of the first African-American units in the United States Army, including the 54th Massachusetts Infantry. He belonged to the Whig, Free Soil, and Republican parties during his career.

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United States
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Lived 1818 to 1867 · aged 49
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