George Tyler Wood
Governor of Texas from 1847 to 1849 / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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George Tyler Wood (March 12, 1795 – September 3, 1858) was an American military officer and politician who served as the second Governor of Texas.
Quick Facts 2nd Governor of Texas, Lieutenant ...
George Tyler Wood | |
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2nd Governor of Texas | |
In office December 21, 1847 – December 21, 1849 | |
Lieutenant | John Alexander Greer |
Preceded by | James Pinckney Henderson |
Succeeded by | Peter Hansborough Bell |
Member of the Texas Senate from the 7th district | |
In office February 16, 1846 – 1847 | |
Preceded by | District established |
Succeeded by | William C. Abbott |
Personal details | |
Born | ( 1795-03-12)March 12, 1795 Cuthbert, Georgia, U.S. |
Died | September 3, 1858(1858-09-03) (aged 63) Point Blank, Texas, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Profession | Soldier, Public Official |
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