Stephen Heard (may 24, 1780 – aug 18, 1781)
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Stephen Heard served as the Governor of Georgia from 1780 to 1781 during the tumultuous years of the American Revolution. His time in office was marked by the British occupation of Georgia and the state's struggle for independence. Heard was a strong advocate for Georgia's resistance to British rule and worked to strengthen the state's defenses. His leadership was crucial in managing the state's internal challenges during a period of uncertainty and military conflict.Sources:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/20053/stephen-heard
https://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/articles/history-archaeology/stephen-heard-1740-1815/
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Date:
may 24, 1780
aug 18, 1781
~ 1 years and 2 months