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Thomas Overton Moore

American politician (1804-1876) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 72

Thomas Overton Moore was an attorney, slaveowner, and politician who was the 16th Governor of Louisiana from 1860 until 1864 during the American Civil War.

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Moore supported Louisiana's secession from the Union in January, 1861, but was largely powerless to stop Union forces from capturing large portions of the state during his term as governor.

Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1804 to 1876 · aged 72