James Iredell, Jr.

James Iredell, Jr. (November 2, 1788 – April 13, 1853) was the Democratic-Republican governor of the U.S. state of North Carolina between 1827 and 1828. He commanded a company of volunteers during the War of 1812, served in the House of Commons as a representative from Edenton, and was appointed a superior court judge.

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November 2 - 1788 - April 13 - 1853 - Democratic-Republican - Governor - U.S. state - North Carolina - 1827 - 1828 - War of 1812 - Edenton

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During his short term as governor, he pushed for better infrastructure and education. Reacting to an interest of the day--horse-drawn railroad carriages--he suggested the construction of a trial railroad from Campbellton to Fayetteville.

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However, his brief months in office did not allow him to accomplish much. He left office after a few months to serve in the U.S. Senate, a post he held from 1828 to 1831.

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U.S. Senate - 1828 - 1831

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Iredell was born in Chowan County, North Carolina and buried in Edenton. He was the son of well-known parents: his father, James Iredell, was a statesman and a judge, and his mother was the sister of former Governor Samuel Johnston. He lived in Chowan County and worked as a lawyer. He was a member of the Democratic Party.

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Chowan County, North Carolina - James Iredell - Democratic Party

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