William Hugh Smith
American politician (1826-1899) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 72
William Hugh Smith was an American planter and politician, the 21st governor of Alabama. He was the first Republican elected as governor in the state, serving from 1868 to 1870 during the period of Reconstruction.
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A former slave owner, he had opposed secession from the United States on the grounds it would imperil slavery. He appeared driven by practical consideration rather than principled opposition to slavery.
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United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
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Lived 1826 to 1899 · aged 72
