Rufus Brown Bullock (jul 4, 1868 – oct 20, 1871)
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Rufus Brown Bullock served as the 26th governor of Georgia from 1868 to 1871, during the Reconstruction era following the Civil War. He was the first governor to reside in Atlanta, making significant efforts to rebuild the state's economy and infrastructure, which had been devastated by the war. Bullock worked to implement Reconstruction policies, including supporting the enfranchisement of African Americans and promoting civil rights. His tenure was marked by political controversy, as he faced opposition from white supremacist groups and was ultimately forced to resign under pressure in 1871.Sources:
https://www.todayingeorgiahistory.org/tih-georgia-day/rufus-bullock/
https://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/articles/government-politics/rufus-bullock-1834-1907/
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Date:
jul 4, 1868
oct 20, 1871
~ 3 years and 3 months