James Henry Hammond (nov 15, 1807 – nov 13, 1864)
Description:
He served as a United States Representative from 1835-36, the 60th Governor of South Carolina from 1842-44, and United States Senator from 1857-60. He was considered one of the major spokesmen in favor of slavery in the years before the American Civil War.Added to timeline:
Date:
nov 15, 1807
nov 13, 1864
~ 57 years